Intro
What do myoelectric prosthetics use to function?
Muscles contraction and movments/ impulses.
Is 3D printing more expensive or cheaper?
Its cheaper
Are brain controlled prosthetics real?
Yes, they are now a thing.
What is a cosmetic Prosthetic
cosmetic prosthetics are made from clear silicone which is painted by an artist to perfectly match a patient's skin tone, and other natural features. But they have limited movements, it's usually for people who don’t care much about the function but the appearance.
What do sensors help restore?
The sense of Touch
How many nerve signals does each finger print have?
More then 7000
Name one kind of Prosthetic
Cosmetic, Osseiointegration, myoelectirc, etc.
What is the end goal of prosthetic technology?
To feel like a real functional human hand
How does a brain controlled prosthetic work?
It uses the signals from your brain to have an intention on what you are trying to do, and then it does it for you.
Name at least one kind of main cause for amputation
- Blood vessel disease,
- Cancer
- Injury
- Birth defect
- etc
What are the three main componenets for prosthetic technology?
Sensors, microprocessors and AI.
If someone doesnt have a limb, there brain activity is usually still perfect.
True or False
True
How many people are living without a limb in United States Alone?
1 in 200 People in the United States are living without a limb
How is AI used in prosthetics?
Ai translates information from the brain into an AI decoder that basically learns the user’s intention based on the nerve signals it senses in the arm.
How is technology affecting the development of prosthetics.
As technology is advancing, more prosthetics are coming out that are even closer to the dexerity of a human hand, restoring the sense of touch and making it better for an amputee to use.