Project Overview

This Portable Car Oxygen Concentrator combines a compact structure, quiet operation, and efficient oxygen supply. Its compact design enables it to fit into cars, ensuring a steady, reliable oxygen supply during high-altitude journeys or long-distance driving.

Organisation

Jiangsu Madeheart Medical Technology Co., Ltd.

Team

Leilei Wang

Project Brief

At high altitudes, low oxygen levels can easily cause altitude sickness symptoms such as headaches, chest tightness, and nausea. Similarly, long hours of driving in an enclosed cabin can lead to fatigue and slower reactions, posing risks to both health and driving safety. Yet, conventional oxygen concentrators tend to be bulky, noisy, and unstable in output, making them unsuitable for in-vehicle use. To overcome these challenges, the design team developed this innovative portable car oxygen concentrator. It plugs directly into a vehicle’s 12V auxiliary power outlet and delivers oxygen at concentrations of up to 93% within just one minute, offering efficient oxygen therapy with plug-and-play convenience. Built with a lightweight, space-efficient design, the device is 30% smaller than comparable models, maximizing the use of in-car space. Meanwhile, advanced multi-layer noise reduction technology keeps operation noise below 45 decibels, maintaining a quiet and comfortable cabin. By perfectly balancing portability, performance, and comfort, this oxygen concentrator sets a new benchmark for in-vehicle oxygen delivery.

Project Innovation/Need

Optimized for in-vehicle use: Built to fit seamlessly into vehicle cabins while withstanding road vibrations, the device features a flat rectangular form that is 30% smaller than the industry average, allowing flexible placement under the center console, inside the armrest compartment, or in the trunk—without occupying passenger space, maximizing space efficiency. Its low center of gravity and internal shock-absorbing structures ensure stable operation even on rugged, high-altitude roads.

Reliable oxygen delivery: The Portable Car Oxygen Concentrator supports adjustable oxygen concentrations from 30% to 93%, covering all scenarios from daily supplementation to intensive high-altitude oxygen therapy. Real-time display of oxygen concentration, flow rate, and operational status allows users to monitor in-cabin oxygen levels and make timely adjustments. The innovative modular layered structure with separated oxygen generation, heat dissipation, and control modules, enhances cooling efficiency by 40% and reduces noise by 15% compared with traditional integrated designs, delivering a more comfortable oxygen therapy experience.

Dual power for car and home use: Compatible with both 12V auxiliary power outlet and 220V household power outlets, it meets oxygen supply needs for travel and home use alike.

Design Challenge

The challenge was to create a product that not only meets practical needs but also blends seamlessly into the vehicle interior while reflecting a modern aesthetic. To achieve this, the design features a flat rectangular form with rounded edges, delivering a minimalist, high-tech yet approachable look. This design subtly downplays its medical-device identity, easing any psychological barrier for users. The primary deep gray color, accented with a piano lacquer finish, conveys a sense of reliability, perfectly complementing automotive interiors. A side-mounted touchscreen paired with a clean, intuitive UI ensures effortless operation while enhancing the product’s technological appeal, making the oxygen concentrator a smart companion that blends seamlessly with the cabin.

Sustainability

The main body of the product is made of high-strength, recyclable ABS material and features a modular design, enhancing ease of maintenance and future upgrades while effectively extending the product’s lifespan and reducing waste at the source. Compatible with both vehicle power outlet and household power outlets, it meets oxygen needs across multiple scenarios, reducing the cost and resource consumption associated with purchasing other oxygen concentrators, reflecting a commitment to sustainable design.

The Portable Car Oxygen Concentrator provides more convenient and reliable oxygen support for high-altitude adventurers and patients on long-term oxygen therapy, reducing dependence on disposable oxygen cylinders and lowering the carbon footprint associated with their production and transport. At the same time, it enhances driving safety and optimizes the use of medical resources, creating value for both the environment and the user.