Solar cell device for pacemakers

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A small implantable solar cell system covered in optical fibers designed to capture sunlight and generate electrical power to operate pacemakers. The device generates 12 microwatts of power.

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University of Bern

Higher education and research

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Bern University Hospital and University of Bern

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Solar cells with optical fibers

A solar cell system covered in optical fibers designed to simulate skin properties and capture incoming sunlight for conversion to electrical power.

A small electrical medical device implanted in the human body to regulate heart rhythm by sending electrical pulses.

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Solar cells for pacemaker power

A research project to develop solar cell technology covered in optical fibers to power implanted pacemakers and potentially other medical devices.

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Solar cells for powering pacemakers

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Researchers develop solar cells to power pacemakers

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