Recently, transcranial ultrasound has been getting some press. This has been a deep interest for a long time so I thought I would write up where the clinical results are at present. I haven’t covered the important work which combines transcranial ultrasound with, for example, cancer drugs. This is only about mental illness and […]
MEMS
An update on MEMS technology
Introduction Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) have long played an understated yet indispensable role in modern technology. Born from the microfabrication revolution that accompanied semiconductor advances, these tiny devices integrate mechanical elements with electronic circuitry – a synergy that has resulted in applications across industries such as automotive safety, consumer electronics, medical devices, and biometric security. […]
Transducer Technology and Related Litigation
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of medical device technology, transducers play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between electronic signals and the physical world. In my work as an expert witness specializing in medical devices, signal processing, semiconductors, and MEMS, I’ve observed the increasing importance of transducers in both technological advancements and patent litigation. […]
MEMS Expert Witness: What are MEMS and How are They Used in Modern Technology?
What are MEMS? “MEMS” is an acronym standing for Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems. These are tiny mechanical devices which are made in integrated circuit (IC) factories. When the technologies for electronic chips were developed, there was an unanticipated parallel benefit: the ability to precisely manufacture mechanical devices with very small features. The celebrated physicist Richard Feynmann may […]