In conjunction with the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (MEEI) and CHLST, an optoelectronic holographic otoscope (OEHO) has been developed with the purpose of measuring subnanometer deformations in the human tympanic membrane. The current configuration is not feasible for use in clinical settings. This report details the steps taken to convert the experimental systems of the past to a reproducible, stable, and optimized modular tool. Methods of rapid prototyping and digital holography are introduced for obtaining a new generation of OEHO. Tests pioneering the reflectivity of biologically compatible materials are also conducted for the maximization of laser reflectivity on the surface of the tympanic membrane.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Olecki, Daniel Joseph
• Lizewski, Christopher Richard
• Goldish, Simon M.
• Kunyz, Timothy Ryan

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-042910-132741

Advisor

• Furlong-Vazquez, Cosme

Year

• 2010

Sponsor

• Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

Date created

• 2010-04-29

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Mechanical Engineering

Rights statement

• In Copyright

License

• All rights reserved