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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Devices
  • Respiratory Care

Background:

  • Ventilators are crucial emergency medical equipment, vital in hospital settings.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the global importance and research focus on ventilators.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical development of ventilators.
  • To analyze the core technologies and working principles of ventilators.
  • To compare major ventilator brands and discuss future trends.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of ventilator development and technology.
  • Analysis of ventilator air circuit structures and working principles.
  • Comparative market analysis of leading ventilator brands.

Main Results:

  • Detailed overview of ventilator evolution and technological advancements.
  • Explanation of key components and operational mechanisms.
  • Comparative insights into current market offerings and performance.

Conclusions:

  • Ventilators have undergone significant development, driven by medical needs.
  • Understanding key technologies is essential for innovation and effective use.
  • Future trends indicate advancements in ventilator design and functionality.