Exploration of 3D Printing in Single-Hand Prosthetic Robotic Designs

  • Unique Paper ID: 170704
  • Volume: 8
  • Issue: 7
  • PageNo: 607-613
  • Abstract:
  • Prosthetic arms serve as a foundation for creating robots that closely resemble living organisms, enhancing their lifelike appearance. These prosthetics utilize various power sources, such as pneumatics (compressed air), hydraulics (pressurized oil), and electricity, to drive their functions. To achieve realism, the design is meticulously tailored, replicating the precise measurements and ratios found in real-world organisms. Motion actuators are implemented to simulate muscle-like movements, enabling realistic limb motions. Furthermore, the prosthetic structure is enveloped in flexible skins and body shells composed of soft and hard plastics, enhancing its tactile authenticity. Additional details, such as colors, hair, and feathers, are incorporated to further refine the visual and tactile realism of the robotic figure. A significant focus of this design is the replication of human hand kinematics. The robotic hand mimics the range of motion in each joint, achieving movements that are nearly identical to those of a human hand. This includes complex actions like the palm flexion of the little finger, ensuring functionality comparable to human anatomy. By aligning mechanical performance with human biomechanics, this prosthetic arm design exemplifies a convergence of engineering precision and biological mimicry. The result is a highly realistic robotic hand that offers a compelling fusion of functionality, aesthetics, and lifelike motion, advancing the boundaries of robotic prosthetic development.

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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 8
  • Issue: 7
  • PageNo: 607-613

Exploration of 3D Printing in Single-Hand Prosthetic Robotic Designs

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