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Molex 2022 29 Right at the Heart of It Electrocardiography (ECG) has begun to blur the lines between wearable devices and the traditional "on cart" machines (Figure 2). In recent years, device technologies and software algorithms have allowed the development of on-patient ECG devices that continuously monitor the patient's heart condition and scan for and often predict heart issues before they become fatal. As these devices continue to advance in the wearables area, patient comfort will increase. ECG is poised to take advantage of AI advancements, allowing for faster decision making and more detailed data for the care provider. Molex has supported the ECG market for many years, providing complete ECG electrodes and enhanced user interface solutions. With these capabilities, Molex delivers deep and cohesive solutions for ECG devices. With extensive experience utilizing hydrogels, Molex understands the design considerations around patient comfort and simplicity of use. Their innovations in disposable circuitry create opportunities for wireless electrodes and other industry advancements. Sweet Body Energy Levels—No Finger Pricks Required Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) has freed diabetic patients from endless post-meal finger pricks. CGMs have made the patient more comfortable (Figure 3). and have led to better and more predictable blood sugar levels. As CGMs continuously monitor patients' levels, they can interact with insulin pumps to deliver the proper amount of insulin on the spot. CGMs evolve alongside the latest technologies as device developers strive for smaller, sleeker, and more convenient products. As is happening in the wearables Figure 2: ECG LCD screen monitors a patient's vital signs. Figure 3: Man using glucose monitor. market, CGMs contribute to the global macro issue of data interoperability and will benefit from software and hardware technologies that effectively protect the data communicated between the patient and the care provider. Molex has collaborated with some of the top device manufacturers, bringing cutting-edge CGMs to the market. Molex can develop, manufacture, and package entire devices with their capillary tubing and plastics manufacturing capabilities. With robust knowledge in microelectronics and miniaturization, Molex continues to help clients make their devices smaller, all while packing in more chip power. Molex's knowledge of hydrogels and patient adhesives allows them to develop CGM solutions from the outside in. Enabling technologies in plastic circuitry and circuit miniaturization will help the CGM market gain patient comfort and device efficacy. Healthy Dosage of Resources for Engineers Molex, in concert with Mouser Electronics, has created technical content hubs for engineering content. A technical content hub is similar to how bicycle hubs help propel a bike, because both are at the core of advancement and performance. Bicycle hubs connect both wheels to the bike's frame, allowing it to move forward with minimal friction, optimizing its performance. Similarly, a technical content hub provides the latest relevant technical application and technology information to help design engineers optimize their designs in less time and requiring less effort. Molex is wholly dedicated to supporting the medical industry. To that end, they have a technical content hub at Mouser focused on Medical applications. n