The rapid evolution of electrical and electronic systems in healthcare brings with it an increasingly complex electromagnetic environment. An unpredictable electromagnetic environment may hamper the operation of a particular system or potentially lead to complete system failure with catastrophic results.
A complete understanding of the electromagnetic environment is therefore necessary to ensure the robust and reliable operation of electrical and electronic systems, ensuring they operate in a manner that does not interfere with other systems. This understanding is the focus of engineering for Electromagnetic Compatibility or EMC.
Pre-commercial EMC testing of medical devices
At the George Green Institute for Electromagnetics Research, we can test and evaluate new medical devices and support medical device developers with advice on electrocompatibility issues. By addressing EMC issues early, it can prevent costly failure at a later date, when the device is formally assessed for compliance.
*Image is of Surepulse neonatal heartrate monitor