This text deals exclusively with signal processing

of digital data, although Chapter 1 briefly describes analog processes commonly

found in medical devices.

This text should be of interest to a broad spectrum of engineers, but it

is written specifically for biomedical engineers (also known as bioengineers).

Although the applications are different, the signal processing methodology used

by biomedical engineers is identical to that used by other engineers such electrical

and communications engineers. The major difference for biomedical engineers

is in the level of understanding required for appropriate use of this technology.

An electrical engineer may be required to expand or modify signal

processing tools, while for biomedical engineers, signal processing techniques

are tools to be used.