Project Description:

Severe bleeding is one of the most common and preventable causes of death in emergencies, especially in trauma and military situations. Traditional tourniquets, which are used to stop life-threatening bleeding, often fail because they depend heavily on the user’s strength and skill. Many people, especially untrained responders, struggle to tighten them correctly and quickly enough to save a life, and improper use can also lead to unnecessary tissue damage. This highlights a major clinical need for a tourniquet that works reliably, quickly, and safely regardless of who is applying it. ATLAS TQ addresses this by introducing an automated tourniquet system that uses a motorized tightening mechanism instead of the traditional manual windlass. By removing the need for manual force, the device ensures that the correct pressure is reached consistently every time. This makes hemorrhage control faster, more reliable, and easier for both trained professionals and bystanders, reducing the likelihood of application errors during high-stress situations. Because it eliminates many of the weaknesses seen in existing tourniquets, this automated system offers strong commercial potential. Its ease of use and consistent performance make it well-suited for military medics, first responders, hospitals, and even public emergency kits. By providing a safer and more dependable solution for bleeding control, this invention fills a critical market gap with the potential for broad adoption and significant life-saving impact.