This Issue's Articles
Wireless Medical Device Coexistence
Tests to assess the risks associated with coexistence of wireless technologies are necessary for safe and effective RF wireless medical devices.
by: Nickolas J. LaSorte, Hazem H. Refai, Donald M. Witters Jr., Seth J. Seidman, Jeffrey L. Silberberg

Pyroelectric and Piezoelectric Sensors for Point-of-Care Diagnostics
Novel signal transduction methods based on the pyroelectric effect are poised to revolutionize point-of-care diagnostics.
by: Steve Ross

Testing Android Devices
There's a script for testing Android-based medical devices. Designers should take notice.
by: Moe Tanabian, Intuigence Group

Dodging Counterfeit Electronic Components Is Far More Difficult Than in the Past
The counterfeiters are becoming increasingly harder to detect. Unfortunately, the devices they’re selling aren’t getting any better.
by: Tom Adams, SMT Corp.

IEC 60601-1 and Risk Management
The third edition of IEC 60601-1 mandates that medical device manufacturers manage risk throughout their supply chains.
by: Mark Leimbeck

Agile Software Development Streamlines FDA-Regulated Applications
While the benefits can be many, a firm understanding of the process is required first.
by: Dan Olivier, Certified Compliance Solutions Inc. and Jeff Dere, Life Technologies

Bluetooth Low Energy Technology Makes New Medical Applications Possible
One of the toughest problems facing portable medical devices today is power consumption. Bluetooth low energy technology could help solve it.
by: Rolf Nilsson and Bill Saltzstein

Battery Packs and Medical Devices don’t Always Make a Great Marriage
Safety and reliability head the priority list when designing battery packs into medical devices.
by: Riad Nakhleh, Palladium Energy

Choosing the Right OS for your Medical Device
Before choosing the specific OS, you must determine the type that’s best for your design.
by: Justin Moon

Not Complying with IEC 62304 for Software Design Could Be Detrimental on Many Levels
Device failure or recall due to a software malefaction could have deep effects. Compliance with IEC 62304 is key.
by: Anil Kumar, LDRA