Smart faucet to help individuals with spinal cord injuries drink and groom independently
Access-H20: Sensor driven smart faucet to enable and empower independent drinking and grooming for individuals impacted by spinal cord injury
This study is creating a smart faucet to help people with spinal cord injuries, especially those with neck injuries, by making it easier for them to get water for drinking and grooming, so they can feel more independent in their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nasoni LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Suffolk, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10934588 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a smart faucet designed specifically for individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI), particularly those with cervical injuries. The faucet will utilize advanced sensors and algorithms to automate water flow, temperature, and delivery methods, making it easier for users to perform daily activities such as drinking and grooming. By enhancing accessibility to water, the project aims to empower users to regain independence in their daily lives, which is crucial for improving their overall quality of life. The design will accommodate various user needs, allowing for both traditional and innovative water delivery methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with spinal cord injuries, particularly those who experience quadriplegia or have limited mobility.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have spinal cord injuries or those with minimal functional impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the independence and quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries by enabling them to perform daily activities more easily.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been advancements in assistive technologies for individuals with disabilities, this specific approach of a smart faucet for SCI is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Suffolk, United States
- Nasoni LLC — Suffolk, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Waddell, John Steven — Nasoni LLC
- Study coordinator: Waddell, John Steven
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.