3 research outputs found
Development of a Low Cost Ventilator using a Proportional Solenoid Valve
This paper describes the development of portable mechanical
ventilator using a proportional solenoid valve whose aim is to
regulate the flow rate of oxygen to the patient together with an
Arduino Mega2560 as the main controller for the machine
before delivering the required volume to the patient; base on
their ideal body weight so as to prevent blowing out the lungs
The aimed of this development is to save and improve the
quality of lives of patients with respiratory problems rather
than replacing the existing ventilator. Furthermore, test
analysis was conducted to evaluate its performance and also
the comparative analysis between the standard and the
developed ventilator showed the reasons why most hospitals
don’t have ventilators
A Mini Review on the Impact of Sewage Disposal on Environment and Ecosystem
Human activities contribute immensely to the production of wastewater which
emanates from residences, industries and agricultural practices that pollutes the environment
and water bodies. Up to 80-90% of the wastewater produced in developing countries is
disposed of into surface and groundwater which is a major cause of environmental pollution
that threatens human health. According to UN report, over 80% of the wastewater produced in
the world and over 95% in some least developed countries is released without being treated
into the environment. This paper reviews the methods of sewage disposal, the impact on the
environment, aquatic contaminant and the human health. Emphasis is placed on the impact of
disposal of various contaminants in aquifers and water bodies which could make water unsafe
for drinking and to perform other domestic and recreational activitie