Contactless Carotid Pulse Measurement Using Continuous Wave Radar

Shi K, Schellenberger S, Steigleder T, Michler F, Lurz F, Weigel R, Kölpin A (2018)

Publication Language: English

Publication Status: Accepted

Publication Type: Conference contribution, Conference Contribution

Future Publication Type: Conference contribution

Publication year: 2018

Event location: Kyoto JP

DOI: 10.23919/apmc.2018.8617522

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases are one of the major causes of death. Regular checkups and preventive actions can drastically help reducing fatal incidences. This can be achieved by monitoring the carotid artery or rather the carotid pulse signal. Commonly, ultrasound devices are used for that purpose. However, these devices are costly, mostly stationary and their usage requires training and experience. This paper investigates the possible usage of radar systems as a contactless and low-cost alternative for carotid pulse measurements. Theoretical investigations reveal a linear relationship between the measurands of both devices and synchronous recordings from three test persons further confirm the feasibility of using radar systems as a potential device for monitoring cardiovascular diseases.

Authors with CRIS profile

Kilin Shi Lehrstuhl für Technische Elektronik (LTE) Sven Schellenberger Lehrstuhl für Technische Elektronik (LTE) Fabian Michler Lehrstuhl für Technische Elektronik (LTE) Fabian Lurz Lehrstuhl für Technische Elektronik (LTE) Robert Weigel Lehrstuhl für Technische Elektronik (LTE) Alexander Kölpin Lehrstuhl für Technische Elektronik (LTE)

Related research project(s)

More quality of life and safety for people in need of care: Innovative contactless monitoring of vital parameters (GUARDIAN) GUARDIAN Jan. 1, 2017 - May 31, 2020 Mehr Lebensqualittät und Sicherheit für schwerkranke Menschen durch Berührungslose Aufzeichnung von Herzschlag und Atmung - klinisch-experimentelle Untersuchungen (GUARDIAN_UKER) Mehr Lebensqualität und Sicherheit für pflegebedürftige Menschen: Innovative berührungslose Überwachung von Vitalparametern Jan. 1, 2017 - May 31, 2020

How to cite

APA:

Shi, K., Schellenberger, S., Steigleder, T., Michler, F., Lurz, F., Weigel, R., & Kölpin, A. (2018). Contactless Carotid Pulse Measurement Using Continuous Wave Radar. In Proceedings of the 2018 Asia-Pacific Microwave Conference. Kyoto, JP.

MLA:

Shi, Kilin, et al. "Contactless Carotid Pulse Measurement Using Continuous Wave Radar." Proceedings of the 2018 Asia-Pacific Microwave Conference, Kyoto 2018.

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