This body fat and hydration measuring wearable device was initially developed as a final project for a Bioelectronic Instrumentation class. We found it provided a reliable output for our test group (compared to a commercial standard device) that could be useful in real time by providing continuous feedback. After this we pursued a provisional patent with the hopes of improving the design and algorithm, and eventually commercialize. Our final prototype used a black polycarbonate housing, which encloses a stainless steel electrode, IR LED + optical sensor, and a small, flexible PCB board.
Role: (3 Person Team) Product Design, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Software Development (MATLAB)