Essays about: "prosthetic user"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 22 essays containing the words prosthetic user.

  1. 6. Developing a cosmetic cover for transtibial amputees

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovation

    Author : Alicia Nordberg; [2021]
    Keywords : Amputation; Prosthesis; Cosmetic; Cover; Product development; Design concept; User centered.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : For someone who has undergone an amputation, it is important to be able to decide what the prosthesis should look like. Since many people today choose to have some sort of cover on their prosthesis, either to fill the void or to regain the feeling of a leg, it is very important that it is something that the user feels comfortable with. READ MORE

  3. 7. Development of software for digital manufacturing of children’s prosthetic arms for 3D-printing

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovation

    Author : Arantxa Juarez Perez; Lisa Phung; [2020]
    Keywords : 3D-printing; prosthetics; Grasshopper; process development; amputation; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The conventional method to manufacture prosthetic arms is a time-\\consuming and complicated process. It is a process that has many manual steps that allow much room for human errors. With today's technology advancement it is possible to offer a more efficient technology that can replace the conventional manufacturing method of prostheses. READ MORE

  4. 8. Can electrical pulses be adapted to create life-like perceptions?

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Biomedicinsk teknik

    Author : Carolina Rudervall; [2020]
    Keywords : nerve stimulation; electrical stimulation; sensations; TENS; perceptions; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The next big step to improve prosthetics and make the lives of people living with certain physical disabilities less restricted is to provide them with sensory feedback. Today most feedback systems used in prosthetics are mechanical but with the recent developments in sensors and the processing of their input electrical stimulation is becoming an increasingly promising way to convey touch, pressure and movement. READ MORE

  5. 9. Sensory Feedback in Prosthetic Arms

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Biomedicinsk teknik

    Author : Nibras Abir Ahad; [2019]
    Keywords : Prosthetic arms; Sensory Feedback; Arduino; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The sense of touch in our body is something that many of us take for granted. It is after all hard to imagine how we would move and utilize our arms and legs without any sensory feedback. READ MORE

  6. 10. Achieving New Standards in Prosthetic Socket Manufacturing

    University essay from Mälardalens högskola/Innovation och produktrealisering

    Author : Arman Tommy Gharechaie; Omid Darab; [2019]
    Keywords : Prosthetic Socket; Transradial Socket; Additive Manufacturing; Prosthesis Cooling; Targeted Muscle Reinnervation; Thermal Management of Lower-Limb Prosthesis; 3D-Scanning; 3D-Printing; Electromyography; Underarmsprotes; Transradial Protes; Additiv Tillverkning; Proteskylning; Targeted Muscle Reinnervation; värmehanteringssytem för underarmsprotes; 3D-skanning; 3D-utskrift; elektromyografi;

    Abstract : Preface: The research about product development of a prosthetic socket was conducted by two students from Mälardalen University, department of Innovation, Design, and Technology. Background: The most recent public survey shows that an estimated 5 million people in China are amputees, out of which a significantly large portion are below-elbow amputees. READ MORE