Description
In high-stakes combat situations, rapid and effective hemorrhage control is paramount, as severe extremity bleeding can lead to death within minutes. Traditional tourniquets, like the Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T), rely on manual windlass mechanisms, which can be time-consuming and challenging under duress. Studies have shown that the average application time for such tourniquets is approximately 42 seconds, a delay that can be critical in emergency scenarios.

Introducing ATLAS, an automated tourniquet system engineered to address these challenges by automating the arterial compression process. Designed for military personnel and tactical law enforcement units, ATLAS streamlines application, significantly reducing the time required to achieve hemorrhage control. By eliminating the need for manual tightening, ATLAS enhances operational efficiency and increases the likelihood of survival in life-threatening situations.

With its user-centric design and advanced technology, ATLAS empowers users to act swiftly and decisively, transforming emergency care in the field.
Department Interdisciplinary
Sponsor None
Advisor Dr. Craig Forest
Primary Email Contact mattbyrne@gatech.edu
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Members

Name Major Hometown
Drew Dyer ME Gainesville, GA
Evan Cain ME Roswell, GA
Josh Scharff ME Cumming, GA
Matthew Byrne BME Augusta, GA
Michael Uveges EE Palm Harbor, FL
Surya Murali BME Morristown, NJ