Patents
- Aguirre M. Breath Control Device. 2022/08. US2020269087A1. Granted.
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The AirPen is designed to draw attention to increased stress levels by incorporating mechanisms that provide familiar sensory feedback, such as pen-biting and pen-clicking.
When inhaling through the AIRpen, users experience a gentle airflow resistance that activates autonomic respiratory muscles instantly, similar to advanced breathing techniques, with little to no training required.
The AIRpen functions like a typical writing pen, serving an essential everyday tool without appearing awkward in use.
The SEED Lab uses a user-centered design approach to develop, evaluate, and refine the AIRpen device and its training materials. This process includes consultations with key stakeholders including users, mental health counselors, and web developers.
The SEED lab is developing a limited number of AIRpens for testing, while also designing for mass production in accordance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
The AIRpen's airflow and elastic properties are precisely calibrated with custom benchtop testing equipment, ensuring consistent and reliable mechanics.
The SEED Lab evaluates the acceptability and usability of the AIRpen intervention among real-world users, while also collecting data on reported stress levels and coping self-efficacy as secondary outcomes.
