January Minutes

1/28/11

• met with Professor Lima to discuss our project
• discovered that we need to research a lot
• got solidworks drawings of possible prototypes
• to do list:
  • problem statement
  • timeline for project
  • look over solidworks sketches
  • make list of questions
  • cobble prototype
  • background research:
    • sonic welding
    • research molding
    • research media filtration system
    • research manufacturers
    • 3d printing
    • mesh for holding allograft in place
    • techniques for sterile filtration and moving of liquids (manufacturing/pharmaceutical companies)
    • knee joint
    • canine vs. human?

1/31/11

• researched filtration, media transfer, ultrasonic welding, and manufacturing companies
• created page for pumps and separate page for minutes
• uploaded pictures