DESIGNING A LOW COST AND LOW POWER-CONSUMING INCUBATOR FOR PRETERM INFANTS

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Authors: 1*Kazi Wohiduzzaman, 2Surajit Sinha, 3Joideep Banerjee
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Abstract

In the biomedical industry, incubators are crucial for the care of premature babies, as they struggle with temperature regulation, humidity control, and oxygen intake. High costs and limited power access in rural areas discomfit parents in developing countries from accessing incubators for their premature babies. To address these challenges, this article presentsinnovative design and development of an energy-efficient incubator, aiming to reduce premature infant mortality while offering a cost-effective solution for parents. The designed device is not only energy efficient and affordable but also a practical solution for saving the lives of premature babies in disadvantaged areas. By providing a feasible and practical solution, this innovation holds the potential to improve the survival rates of premature infants in developing countries. Furthermore, the designed incubator is energy-efficient and easy to use and maintain, making it a promising advancement in sustainable innovation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infant Development and Preterm Care Innovation and Socioeconomic Development Arduino and IoT Applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
1 March 2026
Language
EN