Rice University IV DRIP

Rice University

The IV DRIP is a monitor created by engineers at Rice University to monitor intravenous dehydration relief.

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Product description Brand name and product description

The IV DRIP is a monitor for intravenous dehydration relief in pediatric medicine. It is a completely mechanical device to monitor the volume flow rate from the IV. This product is in prototype phase.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Africa

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Unknown

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Unknown (though cost for manufacture is from 20 to 80 USD)

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Smart drip, drip assist

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Nurses and Health Care Workers

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

IV drip is currently in the prototype stage. It was constructed by students at Rice University out of steel, aluminum, and plastic components with machinery found in a standard machine shop.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

The designers have not yet selected the IP strategy.

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

The designers have not yet selected their user provision model.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

None

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Maximum dose volume monitored

800 mL

Measurement units

Accuracy

97.5%

Alarm (Y/N)

If yes, specify alarm type

Consumables

None

Power supply type

None

Indispensable equipment for function (Y/N)

If yes, specify equipment required.

None

Maintenance or calibration required by user at time of use? (Y/N)

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

The IV DRIP is a completely mechanical device for monitoring flow by regulating volume discharge. The flow is controlled using a system of counterweights which is based upon the design of a mousetrap. This system creates a kink in the IV tubing in order to stop fluid flow. It also ensures that the IV bag remains sterile.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

None available. This product is a prototype.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

None

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Approximately 10 years if used twice weekly

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Device is 97.5% accurate
Can be used for 10 years
Entirely mechanical system
Does not require constant surveillance

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

The device is in the testing stage at hospitals in Malawi. Clinicians reviewed the product as “easy to use“. The designers also did durability testing on the device, simulating 1000 uses, and found that the device stood up to the test.

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

No third party testing. Testing has only been conducted by teams at Rice University.

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

The devices is 97.5% accurate, in sever cases this may not be accurate enough.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

IVs

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

There is no academic research at this time. The full design report can be found here.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Unknown

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

User interviews and trials at hospitals in Malawi.

Other information

None

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Product description Brand name and product description

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Africa

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Unknown

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Unknown (though cost for manufacture is from 20 to 80 USD)

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Smart drip, drip assist

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Nurses and Health Care Workers

Manufacturing & delivery

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

IV drip is currently in the prototype stage. It was constructed by students at Rice University out of steel, aluminum, and plastic components with machinery found in a standard machine shop.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

The designers have not yet selected the IP strategy.

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

The designers have not yet selected their user provision model.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

None

Performance & use

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Maximum dose volume monitored

800 mL

Measurement units

Accuracy

97.5%

Alarm (Y/N)

If yes, specify alarm type

Consumables

None

Power supply type

None

Indispensable equipment for function (Y/N)

If yes, specify equipment required.

None

Maintenance or calibration required by user at time of use? (Y/N)

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

None available. This product is a prototype.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

None

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Approximately 10 years if used twice weekly

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Device is 97.5% accurate
Can be used for 10 years
Entirely mechanical system
Does not require constant surveillance

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

No third party testing. Testing has only been conducted by teams at Rice University.

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

The devices is 97.5% accurate, in sever cases this may not be accurate enough.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

IVs

Research & standards

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

There is no academic research at this time. The full design report can be found here.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Unknown

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

User interviews and trials at hospitals in Malawi.

Other information

None

Feedback

In context photographs (0)

You can use the form below to contribute a photo of this product.

In context files & documents (0)

Feedback from users, customers & distributors

Please let us know your experience in using this product through comments below.

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