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Technical Specifications & Overview

A comprehensive deep dive into the NeoBreath Ecosystem: Real-time infant apnea detection, multi-node architecture, and validation metrics.

infoProject Overview

The Challenge: Infant Apnea

Currently, many apnea monitoring devices are not readily available or are too expensive for low-to-middle income countries. Manual monitoring methods are prone to human error, and there is a significant lack of affordable, portable home monitoring devices.

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The NeoBreath Solution

NeoBreath Guard is an integrated system designed to monitor infant breathing patterns. It consists of a wearable belt equipped with capacitive sensors, a central processing hub, a foot strap (NeoBreath Step) with a sensor for pulse and heart rate monitoring, and a mobile application. The system detects breathing cessation and alerts caregivers immediately.

scienceInitial Prototype Results

The initial prototype has successfully demonstrated the ability to detect breathing signals and transmit data. Key milestones achieved include:

  • Wireless data transmission via Bluetooth to the app from the hub worked accurately.
  • Real-time visualization of breathing waveforms on app also worked.
  • The belt picked up abdominal movements but sensitivity was not up to par.
  • The alarm worked well, alerting the caregiver when an apneic event was detected.
Abstract visualization of safe and calm breathing patterns

Non-Invasive Monitoring

Safe for infants 0-12 months

hubSystem Architecture

The NeoBreath ecosystem is composed of synchronized components ensuring seamless data transmission from the infant to the caregiver with minimal latency.

Input
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Belt
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Step
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Process
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Hub
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Output
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App
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Input

NeoBreath Belt

A comfortable, wearable belt for infants that houses the capacitive sensor. Designed to be non-intrusive and safe for continuous use.

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Input

NeoBreath Step

A wearable foot strap with a sensor for pulse and heart rate monitoring. Works in tandem with the belt for comprehensive data.

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Processing

NeoBreath Hub

The central processing unit that receives signals, filters noise, and analyzes breathing data to detect irregularities.

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Output

NeoBreath App

A user-friendly mobile application providing real-time breathing visualization, apnea alerts, and history logs.

developer_boardDevelopment Status

Beta

Prototype Phase

Working prototype developed.

Validation

Detection Accuracy

Validating with more data.

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Battery Life (Hours)

Targeting continuous use.

Current Engineering Focus

The project is currently in the active development phase, with a working prototype demonstrating core functionalities. The team is now focused on optimizing the system for reliability and user experience.

Detection AccuracyRefining

Improving algorithms to reduce false positives.

Motion-Artefact ReductionIn Progress

Filtering out non-breathing movements for clearer signals.

Usability & Battery LifeOptimizing

Extending battery life and ensuring the app is intuitive.