Optical Laser Monitor

Clinical trials are currently underway for a new monitoring device that can detect a variety of vital signs without even touching the patient. The sensor uses a laser, camera and special optics to capture nano-vibrations related to the movement of internal organs, as well as sounds and chemical compounds. It can be linked to a variety of smart devices including tablets and smartphones to provide users with an easy and affordable way of monitoring their health.

To capture cardiac and respiratory measurements, the laser illuminates a person’s chest while the camera records the backscattered light. Software is used to analyze movements from respiration and heartbeats that would be barely perceptible to the human eye. The device works up to three feet away and can detect parameters like heart and respiration rate through clothing.

Other measurements include cardiac and respiration sounds, blood pressure, glucose and alcohol levels, and muscle movement. In addition to simplifying solutions for consumer health and clinical care, the company is planning to license the platform for use in automotive and industrial applications.