Award
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute 5R44HL178134-02
Bearingless flux reversal motor for neonatal and pediatric extracorporeal life support applications
Recipient
ENSION, INC.
Award Amount
$1,025,048.00
Ceiling
$1,025,048.00
Awarded
May 07, 2026
Identifier
5R44HL178134-02
Development of a bearingless flux reversal motor for a pediatric cardiopulmonary assist system to support neonatal and pediatric patients with specific high pressure and low flow needs.
Description
The project aims to develop an improved life support system specifically designed for neonatal and pediatric patients. It involves the final development phase of a bearingless flux reversal motor (FRM) for use in a pediatric cardiopulmonary assist system (pCAS). The system includes a single-use pump and a system controller capable of operating on AC or rechargeable batteries, with a focus on extending the motor's operating range to accommodate high pressure and low flow requirements in neonates and infants weighing between 5kg and 15kg.