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[Research and Design of Automatic Test System for Ventilator Performance].
Wei Wang1,2, Xiaojian Ma3
1Shanghai Institute of Medical Device Testing, Shanghai, 201318.
Zhongguo Yi Liao Qi Xie Za Zhi = Chinese Journal of Medical Instrumentation
|September 27, 2023
Summary
This study introduces an automated ventilator performance testing system using Python. The system enhances efficiency and quality for medical device inspection and quality control.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Medical Device Technology
Context:
- Ensuring ventilator safety and reliability is critical for patient health.
- New national and international standards necessitate advanced detection methods for ventilators.
Purpose:
- To develop an automated test system for evaluating ventilator performance.
- To meet the higher requirements set by new ventilator standards.
Summary:
- An automatic test system for ventilator performance was designed using a PF-300 air-flow analyzer and a standard simulation lung.
- A Python-based software platform integrates an automatic simulation lung switch module for comprehensive testing.
- The system automates the testing of ventilation control and monitoring parameters, including data recording, report generation, and analysis.
Impact:
- Improves the efficiency and quality of ventilator inspection, detection, and quality control.
- Facilitates compliance with evolving medical device standards.
- Contributes to enhanced patient safety through reliable medical equipment.
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