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Evaluation of Three-Dimensional Accelerometers for the Study of Left Ventricular Contractility
Implantable cardiac accelerometers have already been proposed for the characterization and monitoring of heart wall motion. These small-size, inexpensive sensors are commonly based on piezoelectric materials capable of capturing dynamic changes in cardiac movement, allowing for the assessment of the mechanical cardiac function.
CAIRDAC Autonomous Leadless Pacemaker powered by heart beats
Smart-MEMPHIS has proven, in vitro, the feasibility of a leadless pacemaker powered by the energy harvested from heart beats. A bulk-MEMS piezoelectric energy harvester has been designed and a specific industrial process has been developed in order to manufacture harvesters fitting inside a pacemaker capsule of less than 1 cm3 and able to extract energy from the low frequency vibrations of cardiac beats.
Smart-Memphis creates a new value chain for developing self-powering pacemakers and wireless sensors
Smart-MEMPHIS, a four-year project joining the forces of nine European companies, universities and research institutes, has drawn to a close, establishing a new competitive ecosystem for energy autonomous smart sensor systems and building European leadership in the microsystems sector.