Designing Power Supplies For Portable Devices
Medical professionals expect high performance from portable medical electronic systems in everything from diagnostic tools, such as ultrasound devices, to life support systems, such as infusion pumps. But while function grabs the spotlight, less glamorous design factors demand equal attention. Electronic equipment that's rolled or carried around a hospital or clinic must be sturdy, compact, washable, reliable, and above all, safe.
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