How are sensors for cardiopulmonary resuscitation validated? In our case, we specifically asked this question for a sensor used to measure compression depth during resuscitation. Why is a CPR feedback sensor even needed? Cardiovascular diseases with cardiac arrest are among the most common occurrences in Germany. ...

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What difference can a CPR feedback system make to cardiopulmonary resuscitation? In the event of cardiac arrest, the transport of oxygen to the body's cells stops immediately, leading to irreversible damage. Cell death begins after just three minutes. This process ...

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We are delighted to announce the further strengthening of our team at MEDtech Ingenieur: Since January 15, 2026, Lea Schöppach has been supporting us in the areas of quality management, testing, and production engineering. With her solid training in medical technology and her enthusiasm for quality and technical precision, she brings valuable expertise to the team. ...

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Usability is generally highly valued – yet it is still often neglected. Why is that? Because usability often only becomes noticeable when it's missing. It's difficult to measure, isn't always specified – and in ...

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I frequently read articles that cite IEC 60601-1-2 as the sole EMC requirement for medical devices. However, anyone who believes that IEC 60601-1-2 covers all EMC requirements for medical devices may be overlooking something. Here's why. When is IEC ...

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Why EMC testing is vital in medical technology: Imagine a patient is in the hospital during critical monitoring. Suddenly, a visitor's smartphone rings – and the monitoring device suddenly displays errors or delivers corrupted data. ...

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