A more comfortable obstructive sleep apnea prevention device
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An innovative retainer-like device that uses vacuum pressure to prevent the tongue from relaxing into the airway. Using a personalized intraoral scan of the mouth, a perforated mouthpiece is 3D printed. The mouthpiece connects to a saliva trap and vacuum pump optimized to reduce excess noise.
Smart pump with saliva trap and adjustable vacuum pressure
3D printed mouthpiece with perforations
Electronics layout for vacuum pump
Work done as a part of the Therapeutic Technology Device Development lab at MIT in conjunction with the Deshpande Center For Technological Innovation. Primarily individual responsibilities were the design and development of a vacuum pump, saliva trap, and muffler system including all mechanical and electrical components. Additionally, explored biologically inspired suction cups as an alternative to a vacuum-based system.