07/29/2019

DIN 60601-1 defines defibrillation-protected applied parts (usually also referred to as defibrillation-resistant). Applied parts must be classified as described in other articles (e.g., here). For some applied parts, standards (e.g., DIN 60601-2-27) provide further specifications. ...

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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is a risk management method. ISO 14971 states: "Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and the analysis of failure modes and effects ...

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When the first Bluetooth Low Energy devices came onto the market, BLE had an almost mystical aura. Everyone wanted to use this technology, even though hardly anyone really understood how it worked. Furthermore, the integration of BLE at that time... ...

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Wir haben schon in einigen Artikeln die Grundlagen und die Notwendigkeit von Isolationsdiagrammen zur Dokumentation der elektrischen Sicherheit nach 60601-1 beschrieben: Elektrische Sicherheit in der Medizintechnik nach 60601-1 Isolationsdiagramme in der Medizintechnik Isolationsdiagramme nach 60601-1 Teil 1: Grundbegriffe ...

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09/18/2018

At MEDtech Ingenieur, we are familiar with and use various tools in hardware development. For our own developments, and whenever we have the choice, we prefer Altium Designer for schematic and layout creation. This article describes why Altium is our preferred tool for schematics. ...

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If you're planning a long car trip, it's a good idea to check a few things: Is your first-aid kit up to date? What's the speed limit in your destination? Are high-visibility vests in the vehicle for all passengers? The ADAC (German Automobile Club) offers checklists for this. ...

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