Project Objectives
Concisely list and prioritize the project objectives and constraints
High Priority Objectives
Working vacuum chamber up to (-30mmHg)
Easily adjustable pressure
Ability to add/remove from a patient on a hospital bed
Second Priority Objectives
Automatic pump cutoff to prevent fainting
Compatible with existing hospital vacuum system
Other Constraints and Issues
Non-intimidating design
WOW Design Solution
MRI Compatible
Human access through gloves
Risk Reduction Strategy
Materials for use. We will be doing a preliminary test on different materials to find the most appropriate for this design.
Intermediate Milestones
Finding a material for the shell that can seal appropriately.
Creating a method for adjusting the pressure inside the LBNP device.
Assembly of prototype
Low pressure emergency cutoff