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About NuVasive Wear Testing Platform
Problem
Problem
How do we address the lack of data surrounding non-standard wear mechanisms for surgical instruments?
How do we address the lack of data surrounding non-standard wear mechanisms for surgical instruments?
Design Goals
Design Goals
Produce a motion platform capable of linear, X-Y motion to simulate friction.
Platform must withstand loads applied during a wear test.
The system should integrate with NuVasive’s existing testing equipment.
Accommodate various instrument types, shapes, and sizes.
Our design can be broken down into 3 large components: the motor system, the motion platform, and instrument attachments. The broad idea of the system is to utilize threaded rods on stepper motors to produce x-y motion of the platform. This system will attach to the base of the electropuls test frame, and the pegboard will attach the instruments for testing.
Early Concept Sketches and Designs
CAD Model Designs
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