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Team Members
Ryan Buchanan, George Fairchild, Raymond Millero, Jordan Rhymer, Jackson Sammartino, Max Usher, & Cayman Wilson
Abstract
Our love for pets has culminated in a passion for safer pet care. We are dedicated to revolutionizing veterinary surgery by offering minimally invasive procedures that ensure the highest standards of animal care. Our design, The DOGHouse™ is lightweight, durable, and simple. It combines an aluminum structure, lead screws for articulation, and our proprietary Rottwinder™ hand cranks. The design is easy for a veterinary surgeon to use and inexpensive for a clinic to purchase, aligning with our goal of safe, accessible pet care. A key aspect of our design is no electronic components are used, eliminating risk of electrical failure or need for costly electronics repairs. The Rottwinder™ hand cranks are easy to turn and autolocking, saving precious moments during surgery on our furry friends. Additionally, the hand cranks are independent of one another, allowing for more versatility during procedures.
Pitch Video
3D Interactive Product Model
The following is an interactive 3D model of the product design. You can view and rotate the product assembly in different orientations and views, including an exploded view to see the various parts that make up the assembly.