MAY 22, 2025 — Saving lives in secluded and wooded areas is just one of many uses for the Trail Rescue Extrication Litter (T.R.E.L.). Biomedical Engineering graduate Kelinda Shen featured this senior design project at the Spring Tech Symposium, an annual event showcasing student innovation, hosted by the Klesse College of Engineering and Design.
This rescue device can take a patient in the field from a flat position to a recommended Fowler position to elevate the body at appropriate angles to treat any injury. According to Shen, it’s been tested and can travel up to two times faster than similar models on the market. Built for tough terrain, it helps transport the injured safely without needing helicopters or endangering rescuers. Discover how Shen’s design could change the future of rescues in difficult areas.
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