The overall objective of this SBIR project is to develop a novel, truly portable electrical medical oxygen source having sufficiently low weight and battery requirements that it can reliably provide oxygen ( or oxygen- enriched air) for up to several hours of continuous operation. A primary intended application is for a child at school or plat, with the device carried in a small child's backpack. In addition, oxygen generator designs for adult use ( with a larger backpack and weight in order to obtain a greater volume rate of oxygen generation), and devices for neonates will also be developed.
The research will result in novel commercial sources that are lightweight and portable for pediatric and geriatric patients.
