Denhart Sustainability Prize Winner
3rd Place
BRIEF
Redesign an aspirator with a focus on sustainability.
Programs | Solidworks, CLO, Keyshot, Gravity Sketch
What is an Aspirator?
A suction machine that’s used to
remove obstructions like mucus, saliva, or blood
What is a CPAP
A CPAP machine provides pressurized oxygenated air which assists with continuous breathing.
Notable Findings
the machine is difficult to take apart with traditional means without damaging it.
Meet Maria
age: 52
occupation: Private Nurse
years of experience: 29
current number of patients: 1
Has been taking care of the same patient for a decade
extremely familiar with all respiratory medical devices
Interview Findings
01 medical products ruin the aesthetic of a home
02 uncomfortable using an aspirator in public
03 requires numerous medical devices at home
04 buys whole new aspirator when the battery decays
05 sound is extremely loud
Meet Maria
age: 45
occupation: Stay-at-home Mother
number of children: 2
Has a 13 year old, paraplegic son
Familiar with most respiratory medical devices
