Pune based NOCCA Robotics developing portable ventilators that cost one-third than current ventilators – Mumbai Live

Pune-based startup NOCCA Robotics has decided to manufacture low-cost portable ventilators to make sure theres an adequate supply of this life-saving equipment, particularly during the coronavirus pandemic. Whats noteworthy is that the company plans to offer each ventilator for Rs 50,000, which is around three times cheaper than conventional ventilators that Indian hospitals currently use. Existing ventilators are built in India using imported components, and companies like AgVa Healthcare are considered primary manufacturers of the equipment.

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This small group of engineers used data from open-source medical supplies groups online to get credible ideas for building a portable ventilator. Initial tests have reportedly shown promise, although its too soon to tell if this will be effective in the long run.

NOCCA Robotics has also reportedly sought advice from medical and industry professionals in the U.S. which included a 90 minute brief on how to handle production of this equipment. Doctors say that the goal is to provide a portable ventilator thats suitable for Indian conditions.

26-year-old founder and CEO of NOCCA Robotics, Nikhil Kurele said - We are not experienced. But we are very good at making products easily. The robots that we make are much more complex to make. But this is a life-saving machine and carries risk, so we have to be very, very careful that we develop a perfect product which clears all approvals.

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Pune based NOCCA Robotics developing portable ventilators that cost one-third than current ventilators - Mumbai Live