Printhesis started as a project to develop a new prosthetic limb for one girl but resulted in a revolutionary design that’s made more affordable and available thanks to 3D printing. Noticing that the girl had replaced her expensive, heavy fiberglass/titanium limb with simplistic pliers because it was lighter and faster to use, designer Roel Deden recreated the functionality in a cheaper printable solution with the same ergonomics and modularity of her original prosthesis. The price savings? Over $8000!
Designer: Roel Deden
Brilliant concept and design. keep it up.
wow…has this been tested? What a great creation if its functional.
Oh boy! Am I impressed…this one deserves to be shared with one and all.
This is a commendable design idea. I would like to know what the response to this one was if it has been through trials?
Indeed an inspiring creation. Lightweight and created using a 3D printer! speechless.
wow made using a 3D printer…now this is the perfect union of technology and esign.
speechless. The designer needs to be celebrated. kudos and thumbs up to Yanko for sharing this.
thumbs up to the designer. I am sharing this with my friends right away. way to go!
Such creations are truly inspiring..they make you stop and think of the larger picture. truly humbled by the efforts and thought process for this product.