Development and Testing of an Individualized Sensorised 3D Printed Upper Limb Bicycle Prosthesis for Adult Patients
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Abstract
This paper presents the outcomes of investigations conducted on the development procedure of a personalized prosthetic device for an adult patient. The individualization is achieved through 3D scanning, followed by semi-automated design using the AutoMedPrint system, and low-cost fused deposition modelling (FDM) technology for 3D printing. The prosthesis is aimed for use during bicycle riding and other sport activities. During the conducted experiments outlined in this manuscript, the prosthesis is equipped with force and movement sensors. The purpose is to collect data on its functionality across different scenarios and dynamic activities, aiming to assess potential harm, refine the design, and serve as an initial step before activating the prosthesis end effector. This article describes the methodology in detail, including the process of designing, producing, and programming, as well as laboratory and field test results (including testing performed with and without a patient). Overall, the design and prototype are implemented successfully. A discussion about the need for particular improvements in both the mechanical and electrical areas is finally presented.
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OpenAlex topics: Muscle activation and electromyography studies · Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Robotics · Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies
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Affiliations
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Poznan University of Technology, 60-965 Poznan, Poland
Department of Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Robotics and Production Management, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Blv. Muncii, No. 103-105, 400641 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Department of Manufacturing Engineering, Faculty of Industrial Engineering and Robotics, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Blv. Splaiul Independenței, No. 313, Sector 6, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
Bizzcom s.r.o., Šľachtiteľská ulica 591/2, 919 28 Bučany, Slovakia
Department of Engineering Sciences, Faculty of Engineering and Science, University of Agder (UiA), Jon Lilletuns vei 9, NO-4879 Grimstad, Norway
Funding
EEA · Polish National Center for Research and Development · Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education · Cluster of Excellence—Biomedical Engineering at Poznan University of Technology
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