The loss of a limb is a life-changing event and reality for 441,000 transradial amputees in the United States. Limb loss can have substantial physical, social, psychological, and economic consequences. A prototype prosthesis was created that has sophisticated hand functionality, an adjustable and comfortable socket, and a lightweight yet durable design utilizing 3D printing, all available at a reasonable price point. The prosthesis integrated force sensors, servo motors, and a myoelectric means of control so the user may perform activities of daily living. The overall outcome was a prosthesis that met its design requirements, offering increased usability, functionality, and availability.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Sabatino, Joseph
• McDonald, David
• Souto, Steven
• Port, Gregory
• Nistler, Ashley
• Downey, Cameron
• Currie, Cameron Thomas

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-042717-103143

Advisor

• Butler, Tiffiny A
• Planchard, David C.
• Makarov, Sergey N.
• Putnam, Craig B.

Year

• 2017

Date created

• 2017-04-27

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical & Computer Engineering
• Robotics Engineering
• Interdisciplinary

Rights statement

• In Copyright

Last modified

• 2021-02-01