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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Sensor Technology
  • Cardiovascular Monitoring

Background:

  • Accurate pulse wave measurement is crucial for cardiovascular health assessment.
  • Existing methods for pulse wave velocity (PWV) measurement can be complex or invasive.
  • Development of novel, non-invasive sensors is needed for continuous monitoring.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design, fabricate, and evaluate a microelectromechanical systems (MEMS)-based sensor for pulse wave measurement.
  • To demonstrate the sensor's capability for measuring pulse wave velocity (PWV).
  • To investigate the effect of physiological changes, such as breath holding, on PWV.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a MEMS sensor incorporating an air chamber, a deformable membrane, and a piezoresistive cantilever.
  • Utilizing the sensor to detect pulse wave-induced pressure changes, leading to cantilever bending and resistance variation.
  • Simultaneous measurement of pulse waves at two points using two sensors to determine PWV.
  • Investigating the impact of breath holding on measured PWV.

Main Results:

  • Successful design and fabrication of the MEMS-based pulse wave sensor.
  • Demonstration of accurate pulse wave measurement by monitoring cantilever resistance.
  • Successful measurement of pulse wave velocity (PWV) using two synchronized sensors.
  • Observed effects of breath holding on PWV, indicating physiological responsiveness.

Conclusions:

  • The developed MEMS sensor effectively measures pulse waves and enables continuous PWV monitoring.
  • The sensor's ability to continuously measure PWV suggests potential for non-invasive, real-time blood pressure monitoring.
  • This technology offers a promising avenue for advanced cardiovascular diagnostics and health tracking.