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This book is a compelling and comprehensive guide to the dynamic world of antennas tailored for healthcare. With its practical case studies, forward-looking perspectives, and a keen focus on the potential of 6G wireless communications, this book serves as an indispensable resource, driving the advancement of wireless technologies in the realm of biomedical applications, ultimately transforming the future of healthcare. The authors bridge the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical applications, making this book accessible to healthcare professionals, researchers, students, and anyone interested in understanding how antennas play a pivotal role in transforming the landscape of healthcare technologies. The book delves into the principles of different types of antennas, such as microstrip patch antennas, dipole antennas, helical antennas, and planar inverted-F antennas, explaining how each one serves a specific purpose in healthcare.
- Offers a comprehensive exploration of antennas designed explicitly for healthcare applications
- Covers various types of antennas, including principles, design, optimization, and practical case studies
- Written in non-specialists' terms, making content easily accessible to a broad audience
List of contents
Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. Patch Antennas for Wearable Health Monitoring.- Chapter 3. Dipole Antennas for Medical Telemetry Systems.- Chapter 4. Helical Antennas for Capsule Endoscopy and Wireless Body Area Networks (WBAN).- Chapter 5. Planar Inverted-F Antennas (PIFA) in Wireless Medical Devices.- Chapter 6. Implantable Antennas for Medical Devices.- Chapter 7. MIMO (Multiple-Input-Multiple-Output) Antennas.- Chapter 8. Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Antennas for Medical Imaging and Sensing.- Chapter 9. Reconfigurable Antennas for Adaptive Healthcare Devices.- Chapter 10. Future Trends and Emerging Antenna Technologies in Biomedical Applications.
About the author
Dr. Akinola Segun Ayokunle holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. He is a dedicated researcher and project management consultant. Dr. Akinola is a strategy-driven professional with extensive experience in academia, providing high-quality teaching and conducting impactful research in his areas of interest.
He also possesses senior-level industry experience across various sectors. Dr. Ayokunle previously worked with Samsung West Africa (MSV Limited), where he advanced from an engineer to Deputy Senior Manager. In 2016, he was inducted as a corporate member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN). Following the completion of his master’s degree, he founded Asam Integrated Resources Limited, an engineering firm based in Nigeria.
Driven by a passion for the advancement of the engineering profession, he was elected Assistant Secretary General of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Ekiti State Chapter.
Committed to human capacity development, Dr. Ayokunle has mentored numerous students in both Nigeria and South Africa. He furthered his academic career at the University of Johannesburg as a researcher and lecturer. In 2023, he received the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Research and Academic Citizenship.
He also serves as an adjunct professor in India and Damascus (part-time) and is the Honorary Head of Research and Innovation at Etihuku. Dr. Ayokunle is a reviewer for several esteemed journals, including those published by IEEE. He has authored multiple scholarly articles in reputable journals and has presented his work at various academic conferences.
He is currently affiliated with the Johannesburg Business School as a researcher
Summary
This book is a compelling and comprehensive guide to the dynamic world of antennas tailored for healthcare. With its practical case studies, forward-looking perspectives, and a keen focus on the potential of 6G wireless communications, this book serves as an indispensable resource, driving the advancement of wireless technologies in the realm of biomedical applications, ultimately transforming the future of healthcare. The authors bridge the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical applications, making this book accessible to healthcare professionals, researchers, students, and anyone interested in understanding how antennas play a pivotal role in transforming the landscape of healthcare technologies. The book delves into the principles of different types of antennas, such as microstrip patch antennas, dipole antennas, helical antennas, and planar inverted-F antennas, explaining how each one serves a specific purpose in healthcare.
