Agriculture
August 19, 2020
Updated on August 31, 2021
·Created on August 31, 2021
A solar powered, supplemental oxygen system. Courtesy of WHO Compendium 2021
The O2 Cube is a solar-powered oxygen concentrator and compressor that supplies oxygen for use during both pre-hospital care and patient referral to the hospital. The system uses refillable oxygen cylinders.
This product was selected for inclusion in WHO’s 2021 Compendium of Innovative Health Technologies for Low‐Resource Settings.
Market Suggested Retail Price
$7,000.00
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
Manufacturing/Building Method
The product is a prototype and not yet in production. It is anticipated that the system will primarily use off-the-shelf components.
Intellectural Property Type
Other
User Provision Model
The designers have not yet selected their user provision model
Distributions to Date Status
None
Design Specifications
The system combines the components of an oxygen concentrator, an oxygen compressor/filling station, solar panels, and pulse oximetry. It also relies on refillable oxygen cylinders. The oxygen concentrator and compressor have a sealed enclosure. A filtration system is used to protect from dust and a de-humidification system regulates the internal humidity levels. Sealed Enclosure of the SPOCC provides a sound operating environment for the oxygen concentrator and compressor. The O2 Cube fills Size "C/M9" oxygen cylinders at a rate of 110 min/cylinder. It is designed to supply up to 15 cylinders per week.
Technical Support
Provided by the manufacturer or a trained general technician
Replacement Components
Air filter
Lifecycle
5-10 years
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
To improve care by delivering supplemental oxygen to patients of rural health clinics
Vetted Performance Status
The manufacturers built a prototype, and testing with clinicians was planned for fall 2020.
Safety
Users must take appropriate precautions when using oxygen supply devices
Complementary Technical Systems
A stethoscope
Academic Research and References
None
Compliance with regulations
None
Other Information
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August 19, 2020
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