Week 4

During week 4, we decided on the approach we want to take to add air circulation to prostheses. Our design will include a small fan that will be connected to a series of medical tubing in order to deliver the air throughout the prosthesis. We purchased different sizes of medical tubing online. We also brainstormed ideas involving the fan. The fan could be made by use by using ProEngineer and developing our own fan blades. Then once printed, the fan blades could be attached to a small motor we received from elsewhere. For example, a motor from a fan inside an old computer could be used. We will continue to brainstorm ideas to create our fan system and will talk to other people with knowledge applying to our project, such as Dr. Primerano, for their input. We hope to make our air circulation system universal for any and all prostheses. As of now, we believe a fan is the best option for creating air flow to stop moisture build up.