Title :
Introduction to implantable biomedical IC design
Author :
Stotts, Larry J.
Author_Institution :
Intermedics Inc., Austin, TX, USA
Abstract :
The physiology of bioelectrical events is briefly explained. Batteries for implantable medical devices are discussed. MOS device physics is summarized. The design of DC-DC converters, very-low-frequently filters, and low-voltage logic for implantable devices is examined.<>
Keywords :
biomedical electronics; power convertors; prosthetic power supplies; radiofrequency filters; DC-DC converters; MOS device physics; batteries; bioelectrical events; implantable biomedical IC design; low-voltage logic; physiology; very-low-frequently filters; Batteries; Bioelectric phenomena; DC-DC power converters; Filters; Implantable biomedical devices; Logic design; Logic devices; MOS devices; Physics; Physiology;
Journal_Title :
Circuits and Devices Magazine, IEEE
