The sensor tests the integrity of hosing used in medical equipment to determine its strength and whether it’s in stable working condition. The researchers behind the technology say it can predict weeks in advance whether a hose is compromised.
“Besides natural wear and tear, tires, hoses and seals are subjected to harsh and unpredictable conditions making them susceptible to damage that can cause vehicle road breakdowns and accidents and the same concerns can be said for medical hoses like breathing hoses or tubes,” Gary Krutz, a biological engineering professor at Purdue and leader of the team developing the sensor, said in a statement.
More articles on health IT:
Sen. Barbara Boxer urges medical devices companies to detail cybersecurity plans
Report recommends national medical device evaluation network for better safety
AORN campaign aims to ‘clear’ hazardous smoke from ORs
