Design and build an automated device to sense and record forces and
vibrations present in mosquito bites.
Both Kevin and Jake are Seniors in BME. Jake is emphasizing on bioinstrumentation and biocomputing; he worked primarily on the electronics of the device and signal analysis. Kevin has a mechanical focus, and he concentrated on on mechanical layout and design as well as chemical and biological issues such as mosquito attractants. Both members of the group are involved in retrieving data.
We have built a working prototype of the automated sensor. The device automatically dispenses proper concentrations of CO2, heats the sensor to approximately body temperature, and has an improved signal to noise ratio. It is designed to be placed in a mosquito-filled chamber while monitored from above. During the spring semester we have been getting excellent results, examples of which are shown below. See the final poster presentation slides for more details.
Progress Report 2
Progress Report 3
Progress Report 4
Progress Report 5
Progress Report 6
Progress Report 7
Progress Report 9
Progress Report 11
This file is in Microsoft Project format.
Mid-semester report, fall 01
Final report, fall 01
Mid-semester presentation, spring 02
Poster presentation, spring 02
Journal article, spring 02
Students: Kevin Brosche
Jake Feala
Adviser: Prof. Willis Tompkins
Client:
Prof. Amit Lal
