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Deep Network Regularization for Phase-based Magnetic Resonance Electrical Properties Tomography with Stein’s Unbiased Risk Estimator

Deep Network Regularization for Phase-based Magnetic Resonance Electrical Properties Tomography with Stein’s Unbiased Risk Estimator

Deep Network Regularization for Phase-based Magnetic Resonance Electrical Properties Tomography with Stein’s Unbiased Risk Estimator 2560 1906 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
This study is the first to develop a self-supervised denoiser for featureless RF phase corrupted by non-Gaussian noise, utilizing a randomly initialized CNN prior that is optimized with an unbiased estimator. read more

Robust Path Planning via Learning from Demonstrations for Robotic Catheters in Deformable Environments

Robust Path Planning via Learning from Demonstrations for Robotic Catheters in Deformable Environments 789 444 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
This study presents a robust path planning framework for motorized steerable catheter, which uniquely considers both the deformable nature of the environment and the dynamic movements of the target. read more

Enhanced Technique for Accurate Localization and Life-Sign Detection of Human Subjects Using Beam-Steering Radar Architectures

Enhanced Technique for Accurate Localization and Life-Sign Detection of Human Subjects Using Beam-Steering Radar Architectures 1052 592 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
We present a signal processing technique for beam-steering radar architectures enabling simultaneous 2-D localization and vital signs monitoring, including heart rate and respiration rate, in human subjects. read more

Image-Derived Skeletal Muscle Activation Metric Map: a Forearm Study Using Ultra-Fast Ultrasound Imaging and High-Density Electromyography

Image-Derived Skeletal Muscle Activation Metric Map: a Forearm Study Using Ultra-Fast Ultrasound Imaging and High-Density Electromyography 640 360 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
We derived muscle activation metrics using ultra-fast ultrasound imaging, which can be alternative or complementary to surface electromyography for investigating skeletal muscle function, and diagnosis or prognosis of associated diseases. read more
: Learning a Hand Model from Dynamic Movements Using High-Density EMG and Convolutional Neural Networks

Learning a Hand Model from Dynamic Movements Using High-Density EMG and Convolutional Neural Networks

Learning a Hand Model from Dynamic Movements Using High-Density EMG and Convolutional Neural Networks 750 422 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
Deep learning model decodes surface electromyographic signals into proportional hand movements, accurately controlling both individual finger and compound movements, with potential to enhance intuitive interfaces for assistive hand devices. read more
Closing the Loop on Concentric Tube Robot Design: A Case Study on Micro-Laryngeal Surgery

Closing the Loop on Concentric Tube Robot Design: A Case Study on Micro-Laryngeal Surgery

Closing the Loop on Concentric Tube Robot Design: A Case Study on Micro-Laryngeal Surgery 789 444 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
We present a design workflow for concentric tube robots that accounts for manufacturing uncertainty and provides fabrication tolerances that aim to balance cost and robot performance. read more
An Integrated System Using Ultrasound-Based Registration for Surgical Navigation of Iliosacral Screw Insertions

An Integrated System Using Ultrasound-Based Registration for Surgical Navigation of Iliosacral Screw Insertions

An Integrated System Using Ultrasound-Based Registration for Surgical Navigation of Iliosacral Screw Insertions 750 422 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
NOFUSS is the first ultrasound-based navigation system tested on cadavers for iliosacral screw insertions from start-to-finish. NOFFUS accurately guides screw placement while reducing radiation and surgical time compared to fluoroscopy. read more
Soft Wearable Body-Powered Hydraulic Actuation System for a Prosthetic Finger Design

Soft Wearable Body-Powered Hydraulic Actuation System for a Prosthetic Finger Design

Soft Wearable Body-Powered Hydraulic Actuation System for a Prosthetic Finger Design 789 444 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
An innovative soft hydraulic system enables body-powered movement in prosthetic fingers, advancing accessible, adaptable solutions for finger amputations and paving the way for affordable healthcare innovations. read more
Design of Electrically Small Intraocular Antenna for Retinal Prosthesis System and Its Validation

Design of Electrically Small Intraocular Antenna for Retinal Prosthesis System and Its Validation

Design of Electrically Small Intraocular Antenna for Retinal Prosthesis System and Its Validation 1520 1106 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
An implantable, flexible, ultra-miniaturized circular-shaped triple band microstrip antenna as an intraocular unit applicable for retinal prosthesis is proposed. It operates at three different frequencies of 1.25 GHz (WMTS), 2.45 GHz (ISM), and 3.32 GHz (WiMAX), which supports downlink communications for retinal stimulation (date telemetry) and power telemetry. read more
Dynamic Estimation of Cardiovascular State from Arterial Blood Pressure Recordings

Dynamic Estimation of Cardiovascular State from Arterial Blood Pressure Recordings

Dynamic Estimation of Cardiovascular State from Arterial Blood Pressure Recordings 1578 888 IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering (TBME)
As validated in swine, our state-space method enables accurate beat-by-beat estimation of proportional cardiac output and systemic vascular resistance from arterial blood pressure waveforms, independent of arterial catheter location. read more