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new products
(ECG) and bioimpedance (BioZ) analog front end (AFE)
from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM).
Through compact, low power solutions, these devices
enable accurate monitoring of vital signs to monitor
wellness/fitness and prevent health problems before
they even begin.
Today’s continuous monitoring technology is shifting
the consumer mindset away from a reactive monitoring
approach to a proactive one. Rather than waiting for
yearly doctor visits to get results for blood pressure and
other vital signs, consumers want real-time information
about the status of their health. This shift is causing an
increased demand for accurate, small, and low-power
wearable devices—an important enabler for this new way
of thinking. As continuous monitoring and preventive
healthcare become more common, both technology
providers and health practitioners must embrace and
accommodate these new demands to be successful.
Maxim’s portfolio of sensors for wearable health and
fitness applications allows consumers to accurately
monitor a variety of key vital signs while being mindful
of low power (for longer battery life) and small size
(for convenience and comfort). The MAX86140 and
MAX86141 can be used to measure PPG signals on
the wrist, finger, and ear to detect heart rate, heart
rate variability, and pulse oximetry. The MAX30001
measures ECG and BioZ on the chest and wrist to detect
heart rate, respiration, and arrhythmias. Compared to
competitive solutions, the MAX86140 and MAX86141
require less than half the power and is approximately
one third smaller, while the MAX30001 requires
approximately half the power in almost half the size.
By collecting beat to beat data about the heart, these
solutions collect accurate data so users can recognize
important symptoms when they first begin. In addition,
the MAX30001 meets IEC60601-2-47, clinical ECG
standards.
Commentary
“The convergence of clinical grade diagnostics in form
factors small enough to integrate into all sorts of smart,
everyday clothing is impressive,” said Adrian Straka,
Director of Hardware and Manufacturing, SKIIN. “The
ultra-small MAX30001 enables SKIIN’s bio-sensing
underwear to monitor and track health metrics 24
hours a day, 7 days a week in low power operation.”
“With unmatched power, as well as ultra-small form
factor and high accuracy, our robust portfolio of sensor
solutions will enable our customers to succeed in this
market,” said Andrew Baker, Executive Director of
Industrial & Healthcare at Maxim Integrated
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