This project aims to develop a cost-effective, 3D-printed myoelectric prosthetic hand using custom PET-based filament made from recycled PET bottles. Our solution integrates sustainability and innovation by providing an affordable prosthetic device while reducing plastic waste, making the project eco-friendly and accessible.
- Low-Cost Prosthetic Hand: Designed to be affordable for individuals who need prosthetic devices but may not have access due to high costs.
- 3D-Printed Components: Customizable prosthetic parts manufactured using 3D printing technology.
- Sustainable Materials: Utilizes recycled PET bottles as filament, promoting environmental sustainability.
- Myoelectric Control: Allows users to control the hand with electrical signals generated by their muscles, improving functionality.
- Accessibility: Provides affordable prosthetics to underprivileged communities.
- Customization: Personalization of prosthetic parts tailored to individual needs.
- Cost-Effective Manufacturing: Use of 3D printing and recycled materials significantly lowers production costs.
- Job Creation: Potential for growth in the recycling and 3D printing sectors.
- Plastic Waste Reduction: Recycles PET bottles to create filament, reducing landfill waste.
- Eco-Friendly: Lowers carbon footprint through sustainable production methods.
- Enhanced Accessibility: Makes prosthetics more affordable for a larger population.
- Improved Quality of Life: Offers a functional, customizable prosthetic hand, increasing independence for users.
- Sustainability: Contributes to environmental preservation by recycling plastic and reducing waste.
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3D Printing the Parts:
- Use the provided STL files in the model folder for 3D printing the prosthetic hand parts.
- Load custom PET filament into your 3D printer.
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Assembling the Prosthetic Hand:
- Follow the assembly guide to connect the printed components.
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Myoelectric Integration:
- Connect the myoelectric sensors to the microcontroller and flash it with the provided code (/src).
- Program the hand using Arduino.
- Advanced Myoelectric Features: Introducing more precise control mechanisms.
- Further Material Research: Investigating other sustainable materials for enhanced durability.
Contributions are welcome! Please submit a pull request or open an issue to suggest improvements or report bugs.
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.