[Development of opened instrument for generating and measuring physiological signal]

Area of Science:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Instrumentation
• Signal Processing

Context:

• Physiological signal monitoring is crucial in clinical settings and research.
• Existing instruments may lack flexibility or advanced display capabilities.
• The need for portable, cost-effective, and user-programmable devices is growing.

Purpose:

• To introduce a novel, open instrument for generating and measuring physiological signals.
• To leverage liquid crystal display (LCD) technology for enhanced signal visualization and user interaction.
• To design a modular and extensible platform for diverse physiological monitoring needs.

Summary:

• The instrument utilizes a single-chip microcomputer and LCD for displaying physiological signal waves and information.
• It supports both predefined and user-defined signal generation, offering an open-ended signal production capability.
• Features include signal displaying, measuring, saving, low power consumption, portability, and modular design.

Impact:

• Facilitates experiment teaching, clinical examination, and medical instrument maintenance.
• Provides a versatile, low-cost, and portable solution for physiological signal applications.
• Enhances user interaction and data visualization in physiological monitoring.