Student Branch
Hardware
"India is Diabetic Capital of the World. India has the highest number of diabetics of any one country in the entire world. Over 30 million have now been diagnosed with diabetes in India. In rural areas, the prevalence is approximately 3 per cent of the total population, the urban areas it is expected to be 9 per cent. Persons suffering with diabetes have to constantly monitor their blood sugar levels and take insulin accordingly. Till now the glucometers are invasive and is painful. We have seen devices like Pulse Oxy-meters which are convenient to use and give accurate readings for oxygen levels (SPO2) in blood. Having a Glucometer just like Pulse-oxymeters which is non-invasive and accurate is a big requirement and has a huge market. The Challenge posted is for having a Glucometer just like Pulse-oxymeters. Major expectations from the device - Non-invasive, Battery operated - Small and easy to use with minimal cost of consumables (if any) - Cost effective - Robust"