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@article{210645,
        author = {Dr. Vinoj K and Sanjay Sajeevan and Aswin C Kannan and Aswin K Ajan and Athul Anto Jolly},
        title = {Design and Development of a Smart Patient Transfer Bed},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {6},
        pages = {1849-1855},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=210645},
        abstract = {This work presents the design and development of a Smart Patient Transfer Bed, an innovative solution designed to address the major challenges associated with manual patient handling in healthcare. Manual patient transfer poses a high risk of musculoskeletal injuries to caregivers and can cause significant patient discomfort or secondary injuries. The primary goal of this project is to develop a cost-effective, ergonomic, and mobile system that mechanizes the patient transfer process, thereby reducing manual labor and increasing safety. The proposed design features a sturdy mechanical system integrated with a conveyor-based transfer mechanism, an electrically powered rack-and-pinion drive for a smooth sliding mechanism, and linear actuators for precise height adjustment. System functionality is achieved through the coordinated movement of electrical components managed via an intuitive user interface, facilitating smooth, reliable, and accurate patient transfers between surfaces. In contrast to current commercial models that tend to be prohibitively expensive and underutilized in resource-constrained facilities, this project delivers an affordable, highly practical design suitable for various healthcare settings. Implementation of this prototype is anticipated to significantly decrease the physical burden on healthcare workers, enhance the comfort and dignity of patients during transfer, and offer an affordable solution to the rising demand for automation within the medical sector.},
        keywords = {Smart Patient Bed, Patient Transfer, Conveyor Mechanism, Rack and Pinion Drive, Cost-Effective Solution, Healthcare Technology},
        month = {November},
        }