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Eliminating Scald Burns in Children and the Elderly
- Program: Mechanical Engineering
- Course: EN.530.404 MechE Senior Design
- Year: 2026
Project Description:
Scald-related injuries from hot water remain a persistent yet preventable cause of burns, particularly among children and the elderly. Despite the existence of certain engineering and educational protective measures, the rate of scald-related injuries in residential settings remains high. This project developed an innovative, low-cost, homeowner installable, and child resistant device designed to eliminate the risk of scalding in residential homes.
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The members of the JHCIRP Team
Student Team Members
Lizbeth Peralta
Morgan Giardina
Victoria Hernandez
Darby Bankoski