Asleep Smart Patch by Yanchen Shen, Yifan Chen, Jiang Wu |
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| DESIGN NAME: Asleep PRIMARY FUNCTION: Smart Patch INSPIRATION: According to statistics, about one seventh of adults worldwide face health risks and death threats caused by obstructive sleep apnea. However, traditional therapeutic products on the market that focus on continuous positive airway pressure therapy require the user to wear an uncomfortable mask connected to a noisy desktop air pump. This leads to a decrease in sleep quality combined with bloating, skin irritation and dry respiratory tract. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Asleep is an intelligent patch for obstructive sleep apnea patients. Compared with traditional treatment like continuous positive airway pressure, it greatly improving the comfort. The EMG module attached to the jaw timely stimulates the genioglossus muscle, ensuring an unobstructed airway during sleep. The neck-side sensor monitors heart rate and blood oxygen, issuing alerts for life-threatening respiratory pauses. Users can view sleep quality reports and adjust program settings via the app. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: The EMG module centered on the mandible, and two neck side modules covering the carotid artery constitute this compact wearable. The patch affixed along the jawbone, fits various sizes due to its stretchable pattern. This smart patch monitors physiological parameters, generating sleep reports via the app. In the event of breathing pauses, the EMG module stimulates the genioglossal muscle. Prolonged life-threatening pauses trigger vibrations and alarms to awaken the user and alert those nearby. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project started in December 2023 and finished in February 2024 at University of Nottingham Ningbo China. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Idea and Conceptual Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: Made by flexible fabric and replaceable medical hydrogel tape, the patch integrates stretchable circuits in the interlayer to connect three modules in rubber bases. The shell is made by polycarbonate plastic and house electronic components. The electrodes of EMG module stimulate genioglossus muscle, while PPG module assess heart rate and pulse oximetry. Battery module guarantees uninterrupted power throughout sleep. Bluetooth links modules to a mobile application. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Unstretched patch fabric area, 120 mm x 120 mm. Fabric thickness, 2mm. EMG module, 36 mm x 20 mm x 14 mm. Neck-side PPG module and battery module, 30 mm x 20 mm x 14 mm. TAGS: Smart Patch, Wearable Device, Healthcare Product, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Electric Stimulation Therapy RESEARCH ABSTRACT: The severe health risks posed by obstructive sleep apnea have sparked a pressing need for effective daily treatments. Home products, primarily based on CPAP therapy, lack comfort and convenience. Through literature research, we compared alternative therapies and feasible mediums. This led to the concept of Asleep, a lightweight design integrating electrical stimulation therapy and physiological parameter monitoring into a wearable patch, aiming to alleviate OSA while ensuring user safety. CHALLENGE: 1.To accommodate the flexibility and stretchability of the patch, the interlayer circuit of the smart fabric adopts a continuous arc shape to prevent breakage. 2.The compact and lightweight module design presents challenges for the rational integration of PCB and other components. 3.The application of electrical stimulation therapy and the scenario of close skin contact necessitate careful consideration of the conductivity and skin-friendliness in selecting materials for different components. ADDED DATE: 2024-02-20 02:48:12 TEAM MEMBERS (5) : Yanchen Shen, Yifan Chen, Jiang Wu, Loïc Faulon and Xu Sun IMAGE CREDITS: Yanchen Shen; Yifan Chen; Jiang Wu; Loïc Faulon; Xu Sun |
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NAME: University of Nottingham Ningbo China PROFILE: The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) is a university situated in the city of Ningbo in the coastal province of Zhejiang, China. It is affiliated with the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom (UK). The industrial design programme of UNNC is affiliated to the department of Materials Mechanical and Manufacturing, Faculty of Science and Engineering. It integrates the disciplines of materials science and intelligent manufacturing, talents with multi-cultural backgrounds, and the state-of-the-art design approaches (human-centred design, computer-aided design, digital fabrications, human-computer interaction design), to explore innovations in technology, business, and academic research. |
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Asleep Smart Patch by Yanchen Shen, Yifan Chen, Jiang Wu is Runner-up for A' Design Award in Idea and Conceptual Design Category, 2023 - 2024.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Yanchen Shen, Yifan Chen, Jiang Wu. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Yanchen Shen, Yifan Chen, Jiang Wu. |
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