After extensive research and prototype testing for the software needed to communicate with the infusion pump, recognition of the port was not successful. The main reason for this is because of the way in which the RS232 port listens for a trigger. Since it is an open port, no signal is sent to the computer to indicate that there is a port available for serial communication. This is a major setback for the group since we must now develop an infusion pump manually.
After speaking with Jonah, we were able to research and find existing pump models that can be created from CAD pieces and other parts that will need to be ordered. The design can be found here: https://www.instructables.com/DIY-Syringe-Pump/.
The Bauer Lab currently has a 3D printer that can be used to print each of the pieces. The rest of the parts will be ordered from McMaster-Carr and should arrive by the time the group returns from spring break. Some of the included part files were of an incompatible file type for the Cura Ultimaker 3 printer. Evan worked on converting and scaling each of these files so that they could be uploaded and printed with the right dimensions.