College
College of Engineering (COE)
Date of Last Revision
2023-05-03 18:21:42
Major
Biomedical Engineering - Biomechanics - Cooperative Education
Honors Course
4800:491/492
Number of Credits
4
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2020
Abstract
The goal of this project was to evaluate a clinical problem, explore possible solutions, and produce a functioning prototype that would conform to all the established guidelines and requirements. The project focused on developing an upper extremity mobility device for a singular client with limited muscle activity in his arms due to childhood polio. Our design process was governed by an adapted form of the FDA Design Control Process, 21 CFR 820.30 [1]. The outcome of this project was a functioning prototype that utilized the concept of a motorized pulley system remote controlled using a key fob. This research project was performed under the guidance and instruction of The University of Akron Department of Biomedical Engineering.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Lawrence Noble
First Reader
Dr. Rebecca Willits
Second Reader
Dr. Ge Zhang
Honors Faculty Advisor
Dr. Rebecca Willits
Recommended Citation
Grassi, Timothy J. and Miller, Jacob R., "Upper Extremity Mobility Device" (2020). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1185.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1185
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