V-Patch is an interactive monitoring system designed for post-operative patients with heart conditions.

CobaltNiche developed the design of the V-Patch system; working with a team headed by our client VPMS Pty Ltd and world renowned bio-engineer, Professor John Anderson and ST&D a UK-based electronics development group.

This sophisticated technology platform analyses, stores and reports on a patient’s vital signs (such as ECG, respiration, blood pressure and oxygen levels, temperature and movement) using advanced patented biosensors, proprietary RF technology and cellular phone hardware.

The V-Patch system consists of three discrete units, each small enough so that users (no matter gender, age or size) can comfortably wear the system discretely. Unique design features include:

• Unique magnetic electrode connectors allowing easy alignment
• High water ingress resistance

CobaltNiche also worked with VPMS to develop the company’s brand and design strategy.

System Overview

V-Pod

Primary sensing device including a micro-processor. Particular effort was made to make V-Pod small and non-obtrusive, whilst still allowing (often elderly) patients the ability to easily connect and replace the unit’s batteries.

V-Patch

Flexible disposable pad adhered to the patient chest; the V-Patch contains biosensors and electrodes that sense a patient’s vital signs. The shape, material and method of mechanical and electrical attachment of the V-Patch was designed to be both functional and comfortable for 24/7 use.

V-Cell

An ’in pocket’ device which uses a proprietary radio-frequency receiver and a cellular phone engine to connect the patient to the world wide web and expert monitored care.