CONTROLLABLE AGING SIMULATION SUIT
KEYWORDS: Programmable wearable system, Healthcare training technology, Immersive experiential learning.
STATE OF THE ART
Current escalator and moving-walkway handrail disinfection systems rely primarily on chemical application or energy-based methods such as UV or infrared radiation, which only partially eliminate microorganisms. These solutions do not perform mechanical cleaning, leaving organic matter and biofilms intact and preventing complete disinfection. Existing systems also suffer from limited penetration of antimicrobial agents due to surface contamination and are often incompatible with different handrail designs. Additionally, commercially available technologies typically lack standardized integration across escalator models, providing inconsistent effectiveness and limited ease of installation.
VALUE PROPOSITION
The proposed invention enables comprehensive cleaning and disinfection through wet mechanical removal combined with chemical treatment and antimicrobial nanotechnology. Its multi-stage process (friction cleaning, disinfectant application, nanoparticle release and UV/thermal drying) eliminates biofilm and ensures surface integrity. Designed for universal compatibility, it offers a standardizer, highly effective solution for public-health protection.
Advantages |
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High realism and precision. |
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Personalization. |
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Dynamic scenarios. |
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Data-driven training. |
Applications |
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Healthcare and clinical training. |
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Higher education (medicine, gerontology, psychology). |
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Care providers and hospitals. |
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Age-friendly design and ergonomics testing. |
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Research and innovation projects. |
STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT: TRL 2
IPR LEGAL STATUS: IB2023 54049 & EP23729840.1.
OWNERSHIP: The rights are held by the University of Coimbra.
COLLABORATION SOUGHT: Collaboration for further developments.