Desarrollo de un sistema mecatrónico para la construcción de una cuna mecedora automática. Desarrollo de un sistema mecatrónico para la construcción de una cuna mecedora automática.

Abstract

This article examines the problems of babies who cry for not getting adequate rest due to possible sleep disorders. As a consequence, the parents' rest time is reduced and fatigue increases due to the activities involved in caring for the infant. To provide a contribution from mechatronics, an objective is set to develop a smart crib that identifies the baby's cry and to lull it automatically or manually by means of a wireless control and thus provide support to parents in the routine of rest for the infant. The research methodology of the project is approached through exploratory, descriptive and comparative research techniques, where similar products are examined in the national and international market, for the collection of technological information and economic aspects that lead to a diagnosis of the classified products and thus, establish the technical specifications for the development of the prototype. A test was carried out on the prototype built and in a handmade hammock with a single baby who went through the  entire  care routine and without suffering from any type of discomfort, such as hunger or pain. Finally, the results analyzed allow us to conclude that the device stimulates sleep in the infant and, therefore, helps to improve the mood of the parents.