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We also redesigned the seat form according to ergonomics and anthropometrics regarding spinal health and blood circulation. The form's purpose is to support users' lumbar and cervical spine and reduce risk of deep vein thrombosis over time.
SpaceChiller engineered by Collin's Aerospace independently.
Vents are places in three physical and psychological hot spots. The vent activity can be controlled via interface on seatback screen display.
Using a thermal imaging device, we identified the most critical points for temperature regulation on airplane seats.
This research also concluded that ceiling vent cooling is not effective enough and thus wastes valuable fuel.
Aircraft passengers should have access to temperature controls.
Collin's Aerospace asked our team at Virginia Tech to research integrated cooling systems for seating that would contribute to their carbon neutral cabin goals.
By Luke Shaw, Grace Sullivan White, Andrew Vaughan, Daniel Alumbaugh, Gavin Griller
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