System and database design for a research application to diagnostic laser-doppler instruments

Abstract: Perimed AB is interested in developing a new generation research platform, for thei rmost recent medical instrument, PF 6000. With thedevelopment of this platform, they are looking for innovative and practical ways to meet the requirements from the medical research community. Other than a versatile and easy-to-use system, Perimed has noticed a particular needto store and process the large amounts of data generatedby their instruments. With the use of a database, the platform can provide a searchable, trackable and versatile system. The database assures that all information is not only easily attained, but also shareable through various connections. After testinga total of four different databases against the requirementsof the system, a database was chosen to be implemented with the platform. A system design was detailed with the use of six different UML diagram-types. The design promoted a modular system and focused heavily on the data flow, from and to the instrument and database. The system design and the chosen database was then used to implement a prototype. Through the prototype, the database and system design were proven as a feasible solution for how to design and develop the system. Together with the diagrams, the prototype will serve as an excellent source of documentationfor Perimed during the development of the platform.