Stimulation of Neurons by Electrical Means (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9783832541521)

In this work, the use of different techniques to achieve a fully implantable neurostimulator is analyzed. The target is invasive electrical stimulation for applications requiring a large number of stimulation sites, such as implants to restore vision, e.g. retinal implants. The approaches analyzed are: the use of metal electrodes covered by a conductive polymer, PEDOT, which reduces the electrode impedance; the use of non-rectangular waveforms to save energy during the electrical stimulation; and high circuitry integration in an ASIC to combine the above mentioned techniques. The result is a design with small silicon area and low energy requirements.

Author: Mario A. Meza-Cuevas
ISBN-10: 3832541527
ISBN-13: 9783832541521
Publisher: Logos Verlag Berlin
Language: English
Published: 12/18/2015
Pages: 164
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs