(plural tricorders) A fictional futuristic handheld device used for scanning, which may be specialized for medical, technical, or other purposes.
General Discussion. Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a rare autoimmune disorder characterized by the gradual onset of muscle weakness, especially of the pelvic and thigh muscles. Approximately 60 percent of LEMS cases are associated with a small cell lung cancer (SCLC), and the onset of LEMS symptoms often precedes the detection of the cancer.
One of the more common examples of the modern accelerometer is known as a MEMS device. Essentially, the MEMS or micro electro-mechanical system is a simple device that functions mainly with the use of a cantilever beam and circuits that are designed for the purpose of detecting the presence of deflection sensing.