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The primary objective of this project is design a portable inclusive endoscopic system for use in general endoscopic procedures. The endoscopic system will integrate video and still image capture, a light source, data/image recording and storage. Current endoscopic systems are large and costly. They usually are multi-component systems stored on a cart or tower. Large systems take up precious space in an operating or procedure room, and the unit is typically confined to a single room. This portable system will allow the device to be moved from room to room, thus saving the facility money by the requirement of fewer pieces of costly equipment.
The light weight system (under 10 lbs) will be built around a laptop that will run software
that will control the video and voice recording as well as the light source intensity. 
The
video, audio, and patient information will be recorded on a DVD. A custom casing will be
built around the laptop and will house the power for the system as well as the light source
(See Figure 1). The video camera will be
connected to the computer and will be compatible with a variety of endoscopes.
The proposed cost for the system is $3500 per unit with a retail value of $6000. The largest costs will arise from the purchase of the laptop, the camera, and the software.
This design is an update of a device created by Dr. Shipman in 1998. The older device
is outdated and there were significant opportunities to redesign the system in order to make
it marketable including the use of DVD, large LCD screen, and voice control.
