Automated Double-Sided tape and O-Ring Application Device for Sensor Assembly
June 18, 2026MiniMed Engineering, 2025鈥�26
Liaison(s): Derrick Chun 鈥�19, Savannah Axume-Gamero
Advisor(s): Angie Lee 鈥�05
Students(s): Katrina Nguyen (TL-S), Avery Anderson (TL-F), Natalie Arce, Jacob Fain, Vanessa Lopez, Julia Kolt, Betsy Wu
The MiniMed Clinic project focuses on automating two steps in the sub-assembly of a MiniMed glucose monitoring device: placement of two O-rings and application of double-sided tape onto the sensor base. These operations are currently performed manually and present ergonomic risks to operators. The team has designed an automated system that quickly and consistently applies O-rings and double-sided tape to the devices.