Minute - March

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• We confirmed the list of necessary parts with Prof. Lima
• Since we are using the new pump, we need to find a different way to operate the pump automatically.
• We used 24V relay to mechanically connect pin 8 and pin 14 of the Masterflex peristaltic pump.

• Link : Arduino relay test

• All group members met to work on the midterm presentation.
• We decided to minimize text and make a good use of visual aids (flow charts)
• We divided the presentation into three parts (Overview/Problem - Materials - Control System)
• Rehearsal

• Link : Midterm PowerPoint presentation.

• We worked on the House of Quality for Automatic Lift Bed.
• We decided to focus on performance (safety) and aesthetic elements.

• Link : House of Quality.

• Since the price of IV bag and other parts could be minimized, we researched for cheaper IV bag / sterile media bags.
• - Waiting for our order to arrive… -

• We designed an automatic lift bed that operates with rack and pinion mechanism.
• We included a drop out table.
• We also added a book shelf that functions as storage and support for the bed system.
• We were able to get rid of 4th post
• - Still waiting for our orders… -

• Link : Automatic Lift Bed Design