The integrated driver is part of a specific integrated circuit meant to be encapsulated within an implanted neural stimulator.Current waveform specifications are derived from the requirements of a visual prosthesis by stimulation of the optic nerve. The driver features small current steps (1µa), large current (-6 to +6 mA)and voltage (-12 to 12V) swings, fast settling time (2µs) and automatic active charge recovery. Internal driver schematic and data measured on system samples are given.
Doguet, P., Mevel, H., Verleysen, M., Troosters, M., & Trullemans, C. (2000). An Integrated Circuit for the Electrical Stimulation of the Optic Nerve. Proceedings of the 5th annual conference of the International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society (IFESS′2000), p. 309-312. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/254092