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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Respiratory Technology

Background:

  • Mechanical ventilation systems require precise control over breathing parameters.
  • Existing solutions for ventilator multiplexing or individual lung ventilation can be complex and expensive.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and characterize a 3D-printed, servo-actuated valve for customizable mechanical ventilation.
  • To assess the valve's suitability for ventilator multiplexing and individual lung ventilation.

Main Methods:

  • A three/two-way valve was designed and 3D-printed for compatibility with standard respiratory circuits.
  • The valve was actuated by a servo motor (HXT12K) controlled via PWM signal from a microcontroller.
  • Performance was evaluated by demonstrating customizable mechanical ventilation cycles with controlled pressure differences.

Main Results:

  • The 3D-printed valve successfully isolated respiratory circuits for customized ventilation.
  • Pressure differences of up to were achieved, demonstrating precise control.
  • The valve proved reliable over 50,000 state changes and showed a low cost of $6 USD for subsequent devices after servo motor reuse.

Conclusions:

  • The developed 3D-printed valve is a cost-effective and reliable solution for advanced mechanical ventilation.
  • Its design enables ventilator multiplexing and tailored ventilation for individual lungs.
  • This technology has the potential to enhance respiratory support systems.