College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2023-05-05 20:45:30
Major
Biomedical Engineering
Honors Course
Senior Design 1 4800-491-001, Senior Design 2 4800-492-001
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2022
Abstract
Many individuals require short-term and long-term oxygen therapy. These users experience discomfort and problems with the standard nasal cannula that are compounded by issues with oxygen sources being heavy with limited supply and tubing getting tangled, kinked, or not providing enough mobility. The objective of this project was to address ergonomic issues with oxygen therapy devices to increase the ease of use for healthcare workers, patients, and families. By following the engineering design process, a prototype was developed for a nasal cannula with interchangeable prongs. The new design allows users to select a prong size that is more comfortable for them.
Research Sponsor
Dr. James Keszenheimer
First Reader
Hossein Tavana
Second Reader
Chen Ling
Honors Faculty Advisor
James Keszenheimer
Recommended Citation
Bruns, Megan; McGrath, Emily; Marchio, Angelina; and Renkel, Olivia, "Totally TubulAir - Adjustable Nasal Cannula" (2022). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1479.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1479
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