by Fahad Masood, Analog Devices, Austin, Texas, How2Power Today, Mar 15 2022
Focus:
Remote patient monitors are continuously evolving to include more features that enable
doctors to gain greater insights into their patients’ health. These features create
greater demands on the single-cell batteries that power the monitors. This article
provides a power supply solution based on the MAX38640A buck regulator for an ECG remote
patient monitoring patch that preserves battery life to take advantage of these features.
The article also presents strategies to accurately estimate battery life for a remote
patient monitor as well as ways to extend the battery life of the remote patient monitor
before it is even powered on. These include use of mechanical or electronic battery seals
to combat battery drain while the product is sitting on the shelf prior to first use.
What you’ll learn:
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