Lumi - Smart Incubator
Semester
6
Duration
4 Months
Tools
Figma, Arduino, ProtoPie, CAD
A semester project focusing on designing a smart lighting system for incubators to support the well-being of premature babies and improve caregiving conditions in neonatal care.
Introduction
Lumi is a smart incubator lighting system designed to support the needs of premature and health-compromised newborns in a hospital setting.
It adjusts the lighting conditions to create a soothing and developmentally supportive environment, improving the well-being of the babies while also enhancing the working conditions for the healthcare staff and providing a comfortable atmosphere for parents and visitors.
Process
Research
Lumi was created as part of a semester project focusing on smart lighting and how it can adapt to users’ needs in medical settings. To better understand the requirements, we collaborated with various hospital staff, including department heads, doctors in neonatal care, and nurses at the University Hospital of Ulm. Additionally, we spent time on-site to gain a deeper insight into the challenges faced in neonatal care. This hands-on research guided the design and functionality of the lighting system, ensuring it addressed both medical and emotional needs of premature babies and their caregivers.
Outcome
Outcome
Result
The system adjusts only the incubator lid to keep costs manageable, offering an affordable and accepted solution in hospitals. An intuitive interface allows easy mode switching, providing flexibility for both staff and parents. Smart glass with liquid crystals is used, becoming transparent when powered and darkening when off, ensuring visibility from the outside while maintaining a dark environment for the baby’s sleep. The special coating allows for adjustable transparency and shading. Here are the modes the incubator features:
Transparent Mode
Keeps the area visible for monitoring while allowing for undisturbed rest for the babies.
Transparent Mode
Keeps the area visible for monitoring while allowing for undisturbed rest for the babies.
Sleep Mode
Fully darkens the incubator for an optimal sleeping environment.
Sleep Mode
Fully darkens the incubator for an optimal sleeping environment.
Half Mode
Adjusts lighting selectively, aiding in the use of medical sensors like oxygen monitors without disturbing the baby’s surroundings.
Half Mode
Adjusts lighting selectively, aiding in the use of medical sensors like oxygen monitors without disturbing the baby’s surroundings.
Care Mode
Provides partial darkness for privacy while ensuring caregivers can perform necessary tasks, like changing diapers.
Care Mode
Provides partial darkness for privacy while ensuring caregivers can perform necessary tasks, like changing diapers.
View on YouTube
Lumi - Smart Incubator
Semester
6
Duration
4 Months
Tools
Figma, Arduino, ProtoPie, CAD
Whether you're looking for inspiration, tutorials, or fresh perspectives, there’s something here for everyone.
Introduction
Lumi is a smart incubator lighting system designed to support the needs of premature and health-compromised newborns in a hospital setting.
It adjusts the lighting conditions to create a soothing and developmentally supportive environment, improving the well-being of the babies while also enhancing the working conditions for the healthcare staff and providing a comfortable atmosphere for parents and visitors.
Process
Research
Lumi was created as part of a semester project focusing on smart lighting and how it can adapt to users’ needs in medical settings. To better understand the requirements, we collaborated with various hospital staff, including department heads, doctors in neonatal care, and nurses at the University Hospital of Ulm. Additionally, we spent time on-site to gain a deeper insight into the challenges faced in neonatal care. This hands-on research guided the design and functionality of the lighting system, ensuring it addressed both medical and emotional needs of premature babies and their caregivers.
Outcome
Result
The system adjusts only the incubator lid to keep costs manageable, offering an affordable and accepted solution in hospitals. An intuitive interface allows easy mode switching, providing flexibility for both staff and parents. Smart glass with liquid crystals is used, becoming transparent when powered and darkening when off, ensuring visibility from the outside while maintaining a dark environment for the baby’s sleep. The special coating allows for adjustable transparency and shading. Here are the modes the incubator features:
Transparent Mode
Keeps the area visible for monitoring while allowing for undisturbed rest for the babies.
Sleep Mode
Fully darkens the incubator for an optimal sleeping environment.
Half Mode
Adjusts lighting selectively, aiding in the use of medical sensors like oxygen monitors without disturbing the baby’s surroundings.
Care Mode
Provides partial darkness for privacy while ensuring caregivers can perform necessary tasks, like changing diapers.
View on YouTube
Lumi - Smart Incubator
Semester
6
Duration
4 Months
Tools
Figma, Arduino, ProtoPie, CAD
Whether you're looking for inspiration, tutorials, or fresh perspectives, there’s something here for everyone.
Introduction
Lumi is a smart incubator lighting system designed to support the needs of premature and health-compromised newborns in a hospital setting.
It adjusts the lighting conditions to create a soothing and developmentally supportive environment, improving the well-being of the babies while also enhancing the working conditions for the healthcare staff and providing a comfortable atmosphere for parents and visitors.
Process
Research
Lumi was created as part of a semester project focusing on smart lighting and how it can adapt to users’ needs in medical settings. To better understand the requirements, we collaborated with various hospital staff, including department heads, doctors in neonatal care, and nurses at the University Hospital of Ulm. Additionally, we spent time on-site to gain a deeper insight into the challenges faced in neonatal care. This hands-on research guided the design and functionality of the lighting system, ensuring it addressed both medical and emotional needs of premature babies and their caregivers.
Outcome
Result
The system adjusts only the incubator lid to keep costs manageable, offering an affordable and accepted solution in hospitals. An intuitive interface allows easy mode switching, providing flexibility for both staff and parents. Smart glass with liquid crystals is used, becoming transparent when powered and darkening when off, ensuring visibility from the outside while maintaining a dark environment for the baby’s sleep. The special coating allows for adjustable transparency and shading. Here are the modes the incubator features:
Transparent Mode
Keeps the area visible for monitoring while allowing for undisturbed rest for the babies.
Sleep Mode
Fully darkens the incubator for an optimal sleeping environment.
Half Mode
Adjusts lighting selectively, aiding in the use of medical sensors like oxygen monitors without disturbing the baby’s surroundings.
Care Mode
Provides partial darkness for privacy while ensuring caregivers can perform necessary tasks, like changing diapers.
View on YouTube