WHAM
Wearable Hip Angle Monitor
The main function of this device is to warn total hip replacement patients when they approach a position that makes them vulnerable to a hip dislocation. It will do this as an educational tool by helping patients learn which positions make them vulnerable to hip dislocations instead of restricting movement.
Meet the Team Members
Keenan Barr
Emphasis Area: Cell and Tissue Engineering/Pre-med
Why I chose BME: I wanted to become a biomedical engineer so I could build strong problem-solving skills and be an innovator in the medical field.
Favorite Hobby: Mountain biking
Sage Advice: "Never pet a burning dog." ~my dad
Evan Huber
Emphasis Area: Medical Device Design
Why I chose BME: I enjoy math and biology
Favorite Movies: Star Wars
Favorite Hobby: Running or skiing depending on weather
Aaron Liu
Emphasis Area: Medical Device Design
Why I chose BME: I really enjoy learning about physiology and I like problem solving. I decided to combine the two and become a biomedical engineer.
Favorite food: Mom's Dumplings
Ideal Date: Walk on the beach, slow dancing while you whisper sweet sweet ISO 13485 regulations in my ear.
Lydia Perez Kocis
Emphasis Area: Biomechanics
Why I Chose BME: I liked problem-solving
Favorite Book: The Alchemist
Best Sports Team: Patriots (sorry Vikings fans)
Anthony Pogorelc
Emphasis Area: Medical Device Design
Why I Chose BME: I have always been interested in both engineering and medicine
Favorite Hobbies: Recreational sports and cooking
Favorite Food: Fried chicken
We'd like to thank our industry advisor, Jay Reimer, and our clinical advisor, Dr. Andrew Schmidt, for all of their input and feedback this year in creating this device. Without their knowledge and expertise, this project would not be possible.