Structured information on the device
Please fill the following questionnaire with specific data of the device you designed in WP3 and fabricated and validated in WP4. Deviations from the questionnaire in WP2 are possible.
User and evironment
| Who is the intended user? | Self-user/patient |
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| Is training required in addition to the expected skill level of the intended user? | Yes |
| If training is required, please describe who will deliver the training and the materials and time required for the training. | The user can self-train through internet tutorials. Alternatively, the supplier/seller can offer one-time training to the buyer. The training process is easy and can take less than 10 minutes. |
| Is any maintenance or calibration required by the user at the time of use? | Yes |
| Where will the technology be used? | rural settings, urban settings, outdoors, indoors, at home, primary level (health post, health center), secondary level (general hospital), tertiary level (specialist hospital) |
Health technology specifications
| Dimensions (mm3) | 150 mm x 150 mm x 350 mm |
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| Weight (kg) | 2.5 kg |
| Does it require the use of consumables? For example, disposable batteries, disposable electrodes, etc. | No |
| Estimated life time | 7 Years |
| Estimated shelf life | 3 Years |
| Can it have a telemedicine or eHealth application? | No |
| Does it use any kind of software? | Yes |
| If yes, please describe the software, whether it is open source or proprietary, its use and/or license fee, etc. (10-70 words). | It uses an Arduino software, which is an open-source software that controls the opening and closing of solenoid valves. |
| If yes, can the software be customized for local use? Please explain (10-70 words). Include languages available. | Yes, this software allows us to write a code that controls the device. The code can be altered depending on the user's needs. The software displays information in English. |
| Is it portable? | Portable |
| Type of use | Long term use |
| Does the technology require maintenance? |
Yes Type: Calibration Frequency: yearly Can it be done on-site / home / community?: Yes |
| If yes, who should provide maintenance? | Technician |
| Energy requirements |
Batteries Power supply for recharging Voltage required: 24 V Time required to recharge: 3 hours 0 minutes Battery life with full charge: 48 hours 0 minutes Solar power Time in sunlight required to charge: 5 hours 0 minutes Battery life with full charge: 48 hours 0 minutes |
| Facility requirements |
Gas supply (description: Air from the atmosphere or from the centralized supply system of the hospital.) |