8 Mechanical Testing

Question 1

What is medical device testing?

Answer 1

Th eprocess of demonstrating that a device will reliably and safely perform in use

Question 2

Name 5 types of mechanical test

Answer 2

Drop test
Temperature test
Accelerated aging test
Slip test
Humidity test

Question 3

Describe drop testing

Answer 3

Test to ensure the device is resistance to the stress caused by a fall
Performed by dropping a device from a specific height onto a 50mm thick piece of hardware on a concrete surface

Question 4

Describe humidity testing

Answer 4

Done to conform the operation of the device following a time period in a humidity chamber
Performed to prove the device meets safety standards after being exposed to humidity
The duration in the chamber varies but can be up to seven days

Question 5

Describe temperature testing

Answer 5

Performed to ensure the device can operate in a range of temperatures
Typical operating temperature is between 0-40 degrees celcius
Temperature in a hospital is fixed, it can vary at home
Transportation testing is done at a wider range of values

Question 6

Describe slip testing

Answer 6

Relevent to floor standing devices
Test is performed on a ramp with a specific angle and specific material