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A versatile SAMI--a self contained digital heart beat counter

S N Tandon, P K Sharma

    Journal of Biomedical Engineering
    |April 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study introduces an improved Socially Acceptable Monitoring Instrument (SAMI) for physiological monitoring. The new design overcomes limitations of older SAMIs by using automatic gain control and CMOS devices, reducing clinician contact.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Physiological Monitoring Systems

    Background:

    • Existing Socially Acceptable Monitoring Instruments (SAMI) have drawbacks.
    • These include manual trigger level adjustments and frequent clinician interaction.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To overcome the limitations of current SAMIs.
    • To develop a more autonomous and user-friendly physiological monitoring system.

    Main Methods:

    • Incorporation of automatic gain control circuitry.
    • Utilization of Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS) devices.

    Main Results:

    • Elimination of the need for manual trigger level adjustments.
    • Reduced requirement for frequent clinician or investigator contact.

    Conclusions:

    • The enhanced SAMI design offers improved functionality.
    • This system represents a step forward in autonomous physiological monitoring.

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