A prosthetic arm is an artificial limb designed to replace a missing or non-functional arm. Utilizing advanced materials and technologies, prosthetic arms are customized to mimic the natural movements and functions of a human arm. Controlled by sophisticated sensors and mechanisms, they respond to muscle signals or external commands, enabling users to perform daily tasks, such as grasping objects or manipulating tools. Prosthetic arms play a crucial role in restoring independence and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with limb loss. Continuous innovations in prosthetics aim to improve functionality, comfort, and integration with the user's body.
The Government of Gujarat introduced Robofest 1.0, a pioneering platform for STEM enthusiasts. Within this competition, participants could select from 7 to 10 diverse themes, and we chose the remarkable domain of Prosthetic Limbs. The journey began with submitting our team details and proposed idea in round 1. After a rigorous filtration process, we secured a grant of INR 50,000 to develop our prototype.
Moving to the next level, where our project was chosen for further development, we were awarded INR 1.5 Lacs to propel our innovation forward. The outcome of our endeavors, the Prosthetic Limb, is currently housed at the GUJCOST office in Gandhinagar.
Our innovative design was geared towards enhancing the efficiency of individuals with disabilities while empowering them with technology at their fingertips. Crafted from PLA material, the prosthetic limb featured an LCD (Mini computer) capable of performing various tasks such as controlling lights and fans, thereby providing enhanced user comfort. Raspberry Pi served as the computational powerhouse for executing these tasks, while high-torque servos facilitated the articulation of hand functions.
Our innovative design was geared towards enhancing the efficiency of individuals with disabilities while empowering them with technology at their fingertips. Crafted from PLA material, the prosthetic limb featured an LCD (Mini computer) capable of performing various tasks such as controlling lights and fans, thereby providing enhanced user comfort. Raspberry Pi served as the computational powerhouse for executing these tasks, while high-torque servos facilitated the articulation of hand functions.
During the Proof of Concept stage, we harnessed flex sensors to read hand movements and replicate them. While our vision extended to the use of Neuro-sensors to enable limb activation through thoughts, this concept faced limitations due to sensor unavailability in India. As a result, our prosthetic limb functioned by mimicking the movement of a natural hand. This journey encapsulated our dedication to merging cutting-edge technology with compassionate engineering, yielding an innovation poised to transform lives.
Our Prosthetic Limb project exemplifies the profound synergy of technology and human-centric design. Beyond the competition, it symbolizes our unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and innovating solutions that can make a significant, positive impact on individuals' lives.
Prosthetic Arm
A prosthetic arm is an artificial limb designed to replace a missing or non-functional arm. Utilizing advanced materials and technologies, prosthetic arms are customized to mimic the natural movements and functions of a human arm. Controlled by sophisticated sensors and mechanisms, they respond to muscle signals or external commands, enabling users to perform daily tasks, such as grasping objects or manipulating tools. Prosthetic arms play a crucial role in restoring independence and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with limb loss. Continuous innovations in prosthetics aim to improve functionality, comfort, and integration with the user's body.
The Government of Gujarat introduced Robofest 1.0, a pioneering platform for STEM enthusiasts. Within this competition, participants could select from 7 to 10 diverse themes, and we chose the remarkable domain of Prosthetic Limbs. The journey began with submitting our team details and proposed idea in round 1. After a rigorous filtration process, we secured a grant of INR 50,000 to develop our prototype.
Moving to the next level, where our project was chosen for further development, we were awarded INR 1.5 Lacs to propel our innovation forward. The outcome of our endeavors, the Prosthetic Limb, is currently housed at the GUJCOST office in Gandhinagar.
Our innovative design was geared towards enhancing the efficiency of individuals with disabilities while empowering them with technology at their fingertips. Crafted from PLA material, the prosthetic limb featured an LCD (Mini computer) capable of performing various tasks such as controlling lights and fans, thereby providing enhanced user comfort. Raspberry Pi served as the computational powerhouse for executing these tasks, while high-torque servos facilitated the articulation of hand functions.
Our innovative design was geared towards enhancing the efficiency of individuals with disabilities while empowering them with technology at their fingertips. Crafted from PLA material, the prosthetic limb featured an LCD (Mini computer) capable of performing various tasks such as controlling lights and fans, thereby providing enhanced user comfort. Raspberry Pi served as the computational powerhouse for executing these tasks, while high-torque servos facilitated the articulation of hand functions.
During the Proof of Concept stage, we harnessed flex sensors to read hand movements and replicate them. While our vision extended to the use of Neuro-sensors to enable limb activation through thoughts, this concept faced limitations due to sensor unavailability in India. As a result, our prosthetic limb functioned by mimicking the movement of a natural hand. This journey encapsulated our dedication to merging cutting-edge technology with compassionate engineering, yielding an innovation poised to transform lives.
Our Prosthetic Limb project exemplifies the profound synergy of technology and human-centric design. Beyond the competition, it symbolizes our unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and innovating solutions that can make a significant, positive impact on individuals' lives.