College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2023-05-05 06:40:26
Major
Mechanical Engineering
Honors Course
4600 461-012
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2022
Abstract
Currently available training methods for cochlear implant surgeries such as cadavers and imaging systems are expensive and available for a limited number of training sessions. With the goal of decreasing risk factors associated with cochlear implant surgery, our team developed a cochlear implant training model prototype that is designed to provide a trial-and-error, tactile training method for developing force perception levels required to avoid causing damage to the cochlea. This model is designed to utilize a disposable material that ruptures when exposed to critical force levels. A material testing device was developed and utilized to test an assortment of easily accessible, thin materials that could be used by the training model. Further testing is still required before selecting the final material for the training model. An overview of potential material selection methods is given to improve future material testing results.
Research Sponsor
Ajay Mahajan
First Reader
Gopal Nadkarni
Second Reader
Christopher Daniels
Honors Faculty Advisor
Scott Sawyer
Recommended Citation
Baughn, Devin; Mingle, Sidney; and Bowman, Aaron, "Cochlear Implant Training Model" (2022). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1545.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1545
Honors Project Proposal
WHC-HRP+Final+Signature+Page.pdf (66 kB)
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