Testing and Evaluation of the International Biomedical Inc. Neonatal Transport System.

Abstract

The Military Airlift Command (MAC) is the central manager for aeromedical evacuation. Infants must be transported in a safe, controlled environment. The International Biomedical Inc. Neonatal Transport System (NTS) has been purchased by several Department of Defense medical treatment facilities for transporting the infants. The Aeromedical Research Function tested and evaluated the NTS, finding that 3 components must be modified to pass the electromagnetic interference standards. The incubator must be modified to allow for carbon dioxide venting and to keep the hood assembly intact during removal. The suction device must not be used outside the NTS structure. The NTS must be operated by a trained neonatal staff member. Wooden blocks and 4 cargo tie-down straps must be used to secure the NTS. The ventilator gas cylinders must not protrude. If the requirements are met, the International Biomedical Inc. NTS is a safe and reliable device for the airborne transport of neonatal infants.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA239873

Entities

People

  • Ernest G. Roy
  • Howard S. Heiman
  • Thomas E. Philbeck Jr.

Organizations

  • United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aeromedical Evacuation
  • Air Force
  • Airlift Operations
  • Barometric Pressure
  • Department Of Defense
  • Electromagnetic Interference
  • Gas Cylinders
  • Governments
  • Health Services
  • Heart Rate
  • Life Support Systems
  • Medical Personnel
  • Patient Care
  • Standards
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Therapy
  • United States Government

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  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Materials Science
  • Medical or Health Care Field.

Technology Areas

  • Biotechnology