Fig. 5.
Definition of a valid breath using the flow rate signal: inspiratory tidal volume greater than 50 ml and expiratory flow rate less than −3 l/m at the start of exhalation and greater than −3 l/m at the end of exhalation.
Definition of a valid breath using the flow rate signal: inspiratory tidal volume greater than 50 ml and expiratory flow rate less than −3 l/m at the start of exhalation and greater than −3 l/m at the end of exhalation.
