Abstract:This study is focussed on the design and modelling of a low-cost ventilator design which can be developed using locally sourced materials in Nigeria. This is meant to aid in the Country’s fight against the current COVID-19 pandemic where there is a shortage of ventilators. The ventilator design in this research was based on a mechanical AMBU bag compression principle using the Volume-Control Ventilation(VCV) mode which will eliminate the need for manual compression which can be tedious and uncontrolled. The de… Show more
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