This device is primarily used in disabled individuals as a detection module that feeds information regarding movement to externally powered and controlled prosthetics (e.g. synthetic arm, leg, etc.).
IMES are an implantable electromyographic sensor meaning that they work by picking up on the electrical outputs of muscles.
By using multiple implants, it is possible to use machine learning and pattern recognition techniques to estimate movement intent.
Power and data transmission are accomplished over a shared inductive link.
There are no internal batteries for the IMES device, and no dedicated onboard memory resources for the implanted, and it must remain within the inductive power field to operate.