A disposable compliant-forceps for HIV patients

Abstract

The objective of this project was to develop a disposable compliant forceps for HIV patients. Three-dimensional compliant forceps was modeled and analyzed using a commercial FE software i.e., I-DEAS (Integrated Design Engineering and Analysis Software). This forceps's handle was subjected to a load case from 5 to 25 N, corresponding to loads applied to rigid-body forceps. Pseudo-Rigid-Body method was used as a methodology and the Finite Element Method (FEM) was used to validate this compliant mechanism. The suitable material for this disposable forceps had been chosen i.e., Polypropylene Co-Polymer.