Project Overview

Existing bed back angle control systems do not allow the operator to control the velocity of motion. A more intuitive control system, which give the user better control over the velocity, is desired. The user would be able to grasp a handle which operates according to a force-assist concept, and the velocity would vary with the amount of force applied. The bed back still needs to support the weight of a heavy patient, and be stable if power is lost

Files

• Mid-Semester Presentation (March 8, 2007)
• Final Poster Presentation (May 8, 2007)
• FInal Report (May 9, 2007)

Contact Information

Team Members

• Ibrahim Khansa - Team Leader
• Brenton Nelson - Communicator
• Katy Reed - BSAC
• Shikha A - BWIG

Advisor and Client

• Dr. Willis Tompkins - Advisor
• John Enderle - Client

Related Projects

• Spring 2007: Accessible Hospital Bed-Back Angle Controller
• Fall 2006: National Design Competition: Accessible power-assist hospital bed back angle controller