Wearable Sensors, Designs and Challenges
There are multiple challenges to must consider during the development of any wearable sensor, and whilst no doubt important, the overall function of the device is be only part of the final design consideration, there are other key considerations to make. From device design, to manufacturing and scale up to its adhesion to skin, all are valid considerations for any device, as ultimately any wearable device worn on the skin, must adhere to its location for the duration of its intended use.
Starting at the device to skin interface, how do you stick to a low energy surface, whilst maintaining its flexibility, its conformability and its breathability? How do you design a device to stick to the skin for up to short, medium and long wear time use, whilst minimizing risks to skin health? And how do you design your product and processes will commercialization in mind. There are also further considerations in markets and regulatory, is your device for retails markets or medical device?
As the Considering the challenges and costs involved in bringing a device to market, these are all very valid questions that need robust strategies. In this talk we will explore some of the designs and challenges for consideration in the design and development of your wearable device.
Starting at the device to skin interface, how do you stick to a low energy surface, whilst maintaining its flexibility, its conformability and its breathability? How do you design a device to stick to the skin for up to short, medium and long wear time use, whilst minimizing risks to skin health? And how do you design your product and processes will commercialization in mind. There are also further considerations in markets and regulatory, is your device for retails markets or medical device?
As the Considering the challenges and costs involved in bringing a device to market, these are all very valid questions that need robust strategies. In this talk we will explore some of the designs and challenges for consideration in the design and development of your wearable device.
Matthew Hurley received his BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science from Kingston University in the United Kingdom in 1998. Since university Matthew has worked for large American organizations in Healthcare in Medical Device product development roles. He joined 3M in 2012 as a Formulation Scientist for a 3M branded Medical Device. His is the co-author of a patent within the medical device space and prior to his current role as Application Engineer for the 3M Medical Materials and technologies business, he worked in Manufacturing Technology for 3M Drug Delivery Systems.
Matthew Hurley
EMEA Application Engineering
3M UK Plc
Mobile: +44 (0)7966b 254053
Email: [email protected]
Matthew Hurley
EMEA Application Engineering
3M UK Plc
Mobile: +44 (0)7966b 254053
Email: [email protected]