Design and Verification of an Automated Pressure Mapping System and Modulating Air Cells for Pressure Ulcer Prevention

Author(s)	Thanawin Khajornwadthanakul, Surangsee Dechjarern
Country	Thailand
Abstract	This research focuses on developing an intelligent air mattress prototype based on commercially available alternating pressure air mattresses to prevent pressure ulcers. Force-sensitive resistors (FSRs) are installed under each air cell to measure interface pressure values occurring at different parts of the body. These collected values are then used to create pressure maps, indicating areas of high overpressure. The prototype incorporates a smart pneumatic control system divided into seven functional areas: head, back, waist, buttocks, thighs, calves, and heels. All operations are performed using LabVIEW software.
Keywords	Pressure ulcers prevention, Alternating Pressure Air mattress, Real-time interface pressure mapping, FSR, Air cell modulation
Field	Engineering
Published In	Volume 5, Issue 5, September-October 2023
Published On	2023-09-13
Cite This	Design and Verification of an Automated Pressure Mapping System and Modulating Air Cells for Pressure Ulcer Prevention - Thanawin Khajornwadthanakul, Surangsee Dechjarern - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 5, September-October 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i05.6380
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i05.6380
Short DOI	https://doi.org/gsqr4s

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