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[Method of measuring human body temperature with a decimeter radiothermometer]
Meditsinskaia Tekhnika
|May 1, 1984
Summary
This study introduces a novel method for measuring internal human body temperature using radiofrequency heat radiation. The technique achieves high accuracy, offering precise average depth temperature readings.
Area of Science:
- Biophysics
- Thermodynamics
- Medical instrumentation
Context:
- Accurate internal body temperature measurement is crucial for medical diagnostics and monitoring.
- Existing methods may have limitations in accuracy, invasiveness, or measurement depth.
- Non-invasive, high-accuracy thermometry is an ongoing area of research.
Purpose:
- To propose a new technique for absolute internal human body temperature measurement.
- To leverage intrinsic heat radiation in the radiofrequency range for thermometry.
- To develop a method with high accuracy for average depth temperature determination.
Summary:
- A novel technique estimates internal human body temperature by measuring intrinsic heat radiation in the radiofrequency range.
- The method relies on the principle of thermodynamic equilibrium within radiometer inputs.
- The developed equipment provides average depth temperature measurements with an accuracy of +/- 0.1 degrees Celsius.
Impact:
- Enables highly accurate, non-invasive internal body temperature monitoring.
- Potential applications in clinical settings for improved patient care and diagnostics.
- Advances the field of non-contact thermometry and medical device technology.