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Biomaterials.
The future of medical technology?
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Healing through advanced technology.
PTEP-20
Winter 2021 | 2 weeks
Background
PTEP-20, or Portable Tissue Engineering Printer is a hypothetical science fiction concept rooted in reality.
It is a medical device that would be used by doctors, paramedics, and military medics that utilizes biomaterials to rebuild damaged tissue.
I chose biomaterials so that I could learn more about that field and address its benefits in a meaningful concept.
Sgt. Merlin German was severely injured by a bomb that left him with burns over 97% of his body. He would undergo hundreds of surgery to defy the odds until his battle ended three years later.
1985 - 2008
Problem
Open soft-tissue wounds sustained by burns and explosives can lead to amputation. Medical professionals should be able to quickly restore injuries to reduce amputations.
So, why not stop the damage before it gets worse?
How might we develop a durable medical device that uses biomaterials to repair soft tissue injuries?
So...
what materials can even repair soft tissue?
Materials Research
Hyaluronic Acid
Aids tissue formation and repair.
Collagen
Forms connective tissue and structural support.
Fused Deposition Modeling
A 3D printing process that prints in layers.
By combining these materials into a mixture that can be 3D printed, tissue restoration is possible.
Concept Development
It's important that the design:
feels reliable
looks durable
and fits into the medical field.
PTEP-20
MEET
Biometric interface helps medical professionals gauge and print biomaterials dosage.
FEATURES
Cartridge of biomaterials mixture
Battery
Silicone sanitary cover
Biometrics interface
How does it work?
01
A person has recently been injured resulting in tissue damage.
02
Paramedic applies PTEP-20 over wound, configures settings, and prints out new tissue.
03
The biomaterials accelerate the healing process and rebuild new tissue.
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