Jan Havlík

Human Body Motions Classification

This paper deals with video based parameterization and classification of human body motions. The main task of this work is to develop and verify the procedures for observing of muscle and brain activity. The developed procedures have no negative impact to brain activity (the tracking does not affect the measured EEG signals). The procedures required only standard hardware equipment accessible on neurological laboratories. The body motions are non-contact sensed using a pair of standard DV camcorders. This work includes the description of observing, discerning and parameterization procedures and the discussion of motion classification. The set of classifiers — hierarchical clustering algorithm, recursive clustering algorithm, k-means classifier, Bayes classifier and classifier based on discrimination functions — was developed and implemented. The analysis of the classifiers properties was accomplished in this work. The accuracy of classification was tested for selected classifiers.

Laboratory kit for pulse oximetry

The paper deals with design and realization of a laboratory kit for pulse oximetry. The designed laboratory kit is a unique device that allows showing inner oximetry raw signals. It enables to study principles of pulse oximetry and methods for processing of oximetry signals. The device is usable both for research and educational purposes.

Laboratory kit for oscillometry measurement of blood pressure

This paper presents a laboratory kit for oscillometry blood pressure measurement. The laboratory kit was designed for research purposes in the field of medical technology. The presented device allows to show not only the calculated results (such as systolic and diastolic blood pressure and the heart rate) as standard devices, but also the raw signals. It means there is a possibility to study the impact of set-up parameters and other factors on the measured values.

Device for long term measurement of heart rate

In this contribution, a device for long term measurement of heart rate is described. The device is created based on development kit STM32-Primer2. Heart rate frequency is calculated from selected electrocardiograph lead from the external module. The device allows simultaneous recoding of acceleration which makes is appropriate for physical activity detection of the test subject. The recorded data is saved on a memory card as signals in raw form, which can be used for subsequent processing in various research areas. Modular solution is suitable for connection of other modules. This device is designed for research and educational purposes in the field of medical devices and signal processing.

Standardization and Interoperability: Basic Conditions for Efficient Solutions

Information and communication technologies have already become inseparable part of healthcare sector activities. In the paper we discuss the issues of standardization and interoperability that are crucial for correct interconnection of medical and other devices and information systems. Our previous work in the area has led us to the conclusion that successful integration of partial solutions will be strongly dependent on the issue of interoperability of medical devices and information systems. It comprises problems of standardization of data acquisition, communication, processing, and storage; and connected problem: correct data mapping between different ICT applications. We present several examples of partial solutions of communication and data format definition in dedicated areas.

The Database of the Cardiovascular System Related Signals

The paper presents the design and development of a signal database used for the determination of hemodynamic parameters. The signals from the database are used for the evaluation of new algorithms determining hemodynamic parameters. The signal database consists of synchronously obtained independent signals – the records of oscillometric pulsations, the records of electrocardiograms (ECG) and the records of photoplethysmogram (PPG). Currently the signal database consists of signals from about 65 persons. The signals were recorded from persons in wide age range from 19 to 94 years. The signals were stored anonymously, but each set of signals was labeled by the ID number and the anamnestic data.

Monitoring of physiological signs using telemonitoring system

The paper presents telemonitoring system for distant monitoring of physiological signs. The system is designed as modular system content input modules for monitoring various vital signs like ECG, NIBP and oxygen saturation, control module and telecommunication modules for streaming data using various wireless technologies like Bluetooth, GSM and WiFi. The input and telecommunication modules are interchangeable. The system is able to preprocess acquired signals using filtration, parameterization etc. It allows stream both raw data and only aggregated data. The monitoring part is supplemented by PC based part for storing data in database, prospective processing of data and sharing data with other systems.

CONDENSATION OF WATER VAPOR IN A VERTICAL TUBE CONDENSER

This paper presents an analysis of heat transfer in the process of condensation of water vapor in a vertical shell-and-tube condenser. We analyze the use of the Nusselt model for calculating the condensation heat transfer coefficient (HTC) inside a vertical tube and the Kern, Bell-Delaware and Stream-flow analysis methods for calculating the shell-side HTC from tubes to cooling water. These methods are experimentally verified for a specific condenser of waste process vapor containing air. The operating conditions of the condenser may be different from the assumptions adopted in the basic Nusselt theory. Modifications to the Nusselt condensation model are theoretically analyzed.

Modular development telemonitoring system

This paper presents a modular development telemonitoring system. The system consists of wireless communication and biosignal acquisition modules. These modules are connected to a control unit via an extension board. The control unit is based on STM32 EVO Primer development kit. An integrated accelerometer is used for monitoring of subjects activity. The system features a signal processing and heart rate frequency computing algorithm. A memory card is used for saving the heart rate frequency. A heart arrhythmia alarm and an activity monitor are implemented in the system as well. The system has a simple alarm and a signal visualization program for PC. The modular solution is suitable for other biosignals acquisition and for miscellaneous means of wireless data transfer. The system provides raw signal data for further signal processing. This system was designed mainly for development, research and educational purposes in telemonitoring systems.

AN EXPERIMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF THE PLATE HEAT EXCHANGER CHARACTERISTICS BY WILSON PLOT METHOD

An aim of this paper is suggestion of the evaluation method based on the experimental data and the Wilson plot method for the Plate Heat Exchangers (PHE). For the purpose of the project the new experimental loop was built for the testing of PHE to obtain the overhaul heat transfer coefficient and pressure drop between inlet and outlet of the fluid. The measurement were done for three different PHE with the performance range 30-100kW. The working fluid was water on both sides of the PHE. The differences are in number of pates as well as in extrusion profiles. The Wilson plot evaluation method was involved for the processing experimental data. To obtain more accurate correlations between the experimental data and theoretical results yield of the Wilson plot, the method was enhanced by the measured pressure drop involving. This approach could be useful for PHE designing software and for the manufacturing company.