Tematy od Firm 2023

Opis projektu:

Time and frequency are important, if not most important, measurement quantities in our physical world. Everything that is happening in our universe is happening within a certain timeframe. Thus for correct characterisation of the observed phenomena it is required to know a precise time. Inaccuracy in time determination leads to measurement errors which, in turn, lead to wrong conclusions.

When thinking about health and all the devices which perform timely measurements of our critical vital signs it is important that they rely on a good time base in order not to give wrong readouts - but more importantly - work out wrong decisions. For this case a test equipment is needed providing adequate precision.

Goal of this project is to create a simple frequency measurement device (using a cheap and widely available prototype platform) that will be able to compensate for the errors of its local oscillator frequency (or by not relying on it directly during measurements) by utilization of more accurate, stable and precise external reference signal. In this project a reference to be used is a PPS (pulse per second) obtained from cheap and easily available GNSS receiver.

Possible applications:
Lab measurement equipment

The goal:
To allow for precise frequency measurements on cheap development platform by usage of accurate and easily available external PPS reference signal and to learn about importance of making time/frequency measurements against a well defined timebase.

The task is to:
MVP:
- create a device that will be able to measure 3v3 and 5V analog/digital periodic signals frequency (10[Hz] to 10[MHz]) relying on external synchronization signal as fixed timebase,
- ensure external reference signal availability and proper handling in case of its loss,
- make it possible for the user to operate the device with touch control on LCD/TFT screen so the experience would be similar to commercial lab equipment,

Extended version:
- allow for configuration and measurement data capturing by external system (UART/BLE/WiFi - the team choose),
- create any dedicated external system allowing for configuration and measurement data storage and presentation.

Technology:
Embedded:
- ESP32, uBlox NEO-6/7 (or similar),
- SPI LCD/TFT screen with touch controller,
- C++, Platformio, Arduino,
- UART/BLE/WiFi (extended version)
Electronics:
- soldering,
- datasheet analysis,
- manual construction works
External system:
- to be decided by the team what technology to use for communication, data processing and visualization (for this project the simpler the better)

Competences required:
General interests:
electronics,
embedded software development,
doing applied science,
Embedded:
FreeRTOS (or openness to learn), IRQ’s handling, SPI
External system
depending on selected technologies
Other:
willingness to learn new things,
readiness to be visible within a team (each team member engaged)

Nice to have:
basic graphical skills for clean GUI design

Szacowany nakład pracy:
~15 hours for studying materials on frequency measurements, required datasheets and HW building + bringup,
~5 hours for project setup in Platformio,
~75 hours for embedded programming,
~20 hours for testing,
~45 hours buffer for project activities including works on improvements/fixes/data analysis and presentation/final project report and preparation of the extended version of the solution

Support offered by company:

• Consultations by an employee of the company.
• Supervision over the project by an employee of the company.
• Participation of a company employee in project meetings.
• Company will provision/finance the necessary hardware/software.

Accepted group size: 4 people, 5 people

Acceptable project language: English, Polish

Available groups: /1

Additional remarks:
(none)

Description of the project:

Does anyone from your closest circle suffer from diabetes?
Unfortunately, it's an all too familiar story. In Poland, a staggering 3 million individuals are affected by diabetes, while in Germany almost 9 million patients suffer form this disease. These statistics are getting higher every year.
Up to 25% of diabetic patients will develop foot ulcers in their lifetime.
These are sores on the foot that are very difficult to heal.
The method of treating foot ulcers is Total Contact Cast (TCC). However, applying TCC is prolonged and it requires the creation of a new cast each time. Compounding the issue, medical practitioners often apply ready-made walkers, which patients frequently remove, leading to reduced adherence and, consequently, a sluggish wound healing process.

Our idea to improve the treatment of diabetic foot patients comprises three elements:
a reusable orthosis,
a custom-fitted, personalized, interchangeable finish for the orthosis (created from flexible foam),
software that recommends how the orthosis and inner foam should be designed.

Possible applications: Implementing innovative approach to the treatment process for diabetic foot patients referred to:
hospitals,
ambulatory care services.
We envisage the future where diabetic foot patients no longer suffer from amputations and ulcers. We plan to run pilot phase in Brandenburg, Germany.

The goal: Our goal is to automate the process made manually by healthcare professionals. This will improve time-wise the treatment, without sacrificing the quality and functionality of the TCC, which is the gold standard in medicine. Assisting the patient in a shorter time will increase the quality and standards of the service provided.

The task is to: Create an application for healthcare professionals that collects patient’s data (dimensions) to design the orthosis.
Key features:
Phone Application utilizing third party algorithms for scanning and receiving data from image of patient’s foot and lower leg, that will allow us to gather necessary data for orthosis model creation.
Research and development of algorithm that will combine the parametric model of the orthosis with scans of patient’s lower leg and foot, basing on delivered research papers.
Phone Application functionality that will allow user to adjust certain points of orthosis for customization and adjustment to patients needs.
Integration with hardware (3D printer), which will consist of automation of sending and printing execution of the previously created model.

Nice to have features:
Real-time 3D preview of orthosis models (enabling medical professionals to better understand the design);
Security and Privacy concerns (according to the GDPR).

Low priority features:
Server that stores patient data (3D models of orthoses) and project history.

Technology: Software/Mobile application: to be selected by the students (simple, easy to deploy and maintain solutions are preferred e.g. the use of python parametric CAD scripting).

Competences required:
Mobile App basic development skill (Android/IOS for students to decide)
Basic Server Side knowledge (for server implementation, Python preferred)
Basic embedded development skills (for 3D printer integration),
Motivation to finish the project.

Nice to have: people who are eager to develop this solution with us and feel the vibe of startup world.

Estimated time of work:
20 hours for studying the available solutions and selecting one which is the most suitable for the project,
80 hours for application programming,
40 hours for embedded programming,
20 hours for testing.

Support offered by company:

• Consultations by an employee of the company.
• Supervision over the project by an employee of the company.
• Participation of a company employee in project meetings.
• Company will provision/finance the necessary hardware/software.

Accepted group size: 3 people, 4 people, 5 people

Acceptable project language: English, Polish

Available groups: /1

Additional remarks:
Umowa o przeniesienie praw autorskich; NDA

Opis projektu: Bees are essential for human survival by pollinating crops crucial for our global food supply, emphasizing the urgency of conserving their populations to maintain the delicate balance in ecosystems and agriculture. Therefore, we need to make sure that their numbers don’t decrease.

Using basic parameters in the hive, it is possible to predict the future behavior of the hive, such as swarming, honey readiness for harvesting or diseases in the hive. The task is to create an IoT device that transmits sensory data via GSM or LoRa protocol to an associated web application (technology to be chosen by students), allowing beekeepers to view parameters live. In addition, automatic analysis and behavior prediction is required.

Possible applications: Monitoring of a bee hive condition and bee behavior prediction, both while minimizing human interference.

The goal: Provide simple solution for beekeepers to monitor hive condition.

The task is to:
Create web application,
Design embedded device,
Analyze gathered data.

Technology:
C/C++,
GSM/LoRa (to be selected by the students),
Web application to be selected by the students.

Competences required:
Basic web development skills,
Basic embedded development skills,
Basic knowleage of git or other version control tool.

Nice to have:
3D printing skills,
Motivation to finish the project.

Szacowany nakład pracy:
~15h for requirements discussion and mentoring
~60h for web application development
~60h for embedded device development and testing

Support offered by company:

• Consultations by an employee of the company.
• Supervision over the project by an employee of the company.
• Participation of a company employee in project meetings.
• Company will provision/finance the necessary hardware/software.

Accepted group size: 3 people, 4 people, 5 people

Acceptable project language: English, Polish

Available groups: /1

Additional remarks:
(none)

Opis projektu:

The project is a cutting-edge initiative aimed at developing a smart inhaler designed to assist individuals with memory-related challenges in managing their respiratory treatments effectively. The primary goals of IntelliInhale include providing reminders to patients for timely inhalations, ensuring adherence to the prescribed treatment plans, and empowering healthcare providers or caregivers to customize and monitor treatment regimens through a user-friendly mobile application. Optionally cloud solution like a patient portal might be implemented. The device might fill the gap in the market of devices that help in inhaling treatment.


There are lack of devices that not only count and measure the treatment period but also remind users to inhale and protect themselves from underdosing or overdosage.

The technology of choice is C/C++/Rust application for embedded devices. The suggested mobile app technology is the Kotlin language for Android devices.


Possible applications: Healthcare

The goal: Create a proof of concept of a device that can remind patients about necessary inhalation and prevent too frequent treatment. It should be able to mechanically replace the manual inhale applicator and support the same sizes as the medicament cases on the market.

The task is to:
Create a mechanical part of the device
Implement firmware
Implement application for remote configuration


Technology:
Embedded Systems
BLE/WiFi
Android/iOS
Web and Cloud solutions

Competences required:
Hardware design
Microcontrollers programming,
embedded systems knowledge,
Mobile Apps development,
Web development

Support offered by company:

• Consultations by an employee of the company.
• Supervision over the project by an employee of the company.
• Participation of a company employee in project meetings.
• Company will provision/finance the necessary hardware/software.

Accepted group size: 3 people, 4 people, 5 people

Acceptable project language: English, Polish

Available groups: /1

Additional remarks:
(none)

Opis projektu:
Elderly individuals often contend with a myriad of medications prescribed for various health conditions. Juggling multiple medications with different dosages and timings can be overwhelming, leading to inadvertent lapses in adherence.

An innovative response to the unique needs of the elderly - smart medication dispenser. By seamlessly integrating technology into the medication management process, we aim to alleviate the burdens associated with adherence. Mobile app serves as a centralized hub for managing medication regimens. Through the app, users can effortlessly sync and update the dispenser at any moment. Device dispenses pills and informs elderly about it according to set regimen, and notifies app user whether pills were taken or not. There is no need to sort pills in dividers manually. All the user needs to do is to put them in separate boxes of the device and they will be automatically dosed.

Possible applications:
- Enable seniors to manage their medications independently at home,
- Support caregivers in ensuring that residents adhere to their prescribed medication schedules,
- for various chronic diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart conditions, providing targeted support for people with specific health needs.

The goal:
Improve the quality of life of elderly people and caregivers by taking care of the medication management process.

The task is to:
Design and develop embedded proof of concept and related mobile app.

Technology:
Preferred C/C++ for embedded side.
Mobile application development technology of students choice.

Competences required:
Basic embedded systems knowledge.
Basic mobile/web applications knowledge.

Nice to have:
Any 3D modeling experience.

Szacowany nakład pracy:
~10 hours for project management (introduction to the way of working in commercial projects)
~40 hours for hardware design
~80 hours of embedded application development
~20 hours for testing

Support offered by company:

• Consultations by an employee of the company.
• Supervision over the project by an employee of the company.
• Participation of a company employee in project meetings.
• Company will provision/finance the necessary hardware/software.

Accepted group size: 3 people, 4 people, 5 people

Acceptable project language: English, Polish

Available groups: /1

Additional remarks:
(none)