Main Goal: Design fastening system concepts for securing a patient lifting system to a wheelchair.

Our company has developed a new patent-pending patient lifting Class II medical device as shown in the video: https://youtu.be/32pzt1dj4cI

The device needs to be laterally stabilized during the patient lifting process as the primary lifting pelvic strap and control surfaces under the patient arms are engaged.

The company is interested in receiving student prototype design concepts to secure the device to the arms of the wheelchair so that it is able to move vertically as the device extends. The fastening system would be positive locking and ergonomically appealing with one-hand detach capability. Starting ideas include the use of a longitudinal bearing rail or other single-degree-of-freedom mechanical components in the fully integrated fastening system design. Medical device weight is an important consideration as well as selecting materials and design features suitable for a Class II medical device.

To support the students innovative design concepting, the company would ship a prototype medical device to the professor/instructor leading the project for student(s) technical review and reference.

Learners will research and comprehend design requirements and constraints for the design development of an electromechanical (FDA-approved) Class II medical device.

Learners will develop design concepts and fabricate prototype design fastening concepts for the fastening system.

A representative from the company (mechanical engineer) will support the learners by ensuring the requirements and constraints of the needed mechanical fastening system are well-vetted and comprehended. Our company have enjoyed working multiple projects with students from universities throughout the US. Turn-around time for answers to student questions via email is typically less than 24 hours. Zoom meeting exchanges are also available preferably in evenings 6-8pm EST (Detroit time).