The SmartHand Transradial Prosthesis
Author Information
Author(s): Cipriani Christian, Controzzi Marco, Carrozza Maria Chiara
Primary Institution: The BioRobotics Institute, Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna
Hypothesis
Can a new, lightweight, dexterous, sensorized prosthetic hand improve control and feedback for amputees?
Conclusion
The SmartHand shows promise as a bi-directional instrument for investigating control and feedback strategies in neuro-engineering studies.
Supporting Evidence
- The SmartHand has 16 degrees of freedom and can perform everyday grasps.
- It integrates a sensory system with 40 sensors for feedback.
- The hand can lift a 10 kg suitcase and stably grasp up to 3.6 kg objects.
Takeaway
The SmartHand is a robotic hand that helps people who have lost their hands by allowing them to grasp and feel objects more naturally.
Methodology
The SmartHand was designed with bio-inspired features, including underactuated fingers and a sensory system for feedback.
Limitations
The weight of the SmartHand may cause discomfort for users, and further testing is needed to optimize its performance.
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