WHISPER WHY IT IS NECESSARY Postoperative heart surgery patients are at risk for endocarditis for up to one year.
Heart valve infected by foreign bodies
Heart valve and endocardium inflamed
Infected areas are irreparably damaged
HOW WHISPER WORKS Whisper works by monitoring for two important symptoms: heart murmur and fever. A piezoelectric transducer functions as a microphone. This technology can clearly and loudly detect heart noises through clothing.
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An infrared thermometer allows users to determine their temperature through the temporal artery, the most accurate non-invasive method.
Wireless inductive charging permits users to easily charge and forget about their device at night.
WHISPER IN USE Periodic use is simple and unobtrusive, and necessary to prevent harmful effects.
Activate the device
Locate heart and hold for 10 seconds
Wait for the immediate confirmation
The partner app provides a positive emotional experience and secure consultaton.
IND 460: Fall 2015 Design Project I
Student: Jordan Scott Instructor: Dosun Shin