Utilization of Flex Controlled Robotics on Prosthetic Hand instead of Damaged Body Parts

Mohamad Reda A. Refaai, Ashraf Elfasakhany, P. Rajalakshmy, Bikash Chandra Saha, A. S. Prakaash, Dadapeer Basheer

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Abstract

Scientists have researched human anatomy and biology to produce human-like prosthetic hands. In the absence of a hand, prosthetics assist in reestablishing independence and confidence. Prosthetic hands are limited in functionality and cost. A low-cost anthropomorphic prosthetic hand was designed. With five independently operated fingers and powered thumb roll movement, the design is unlike anything else on the market. This research aims to provide a cheaper alternative to the market's robotic prostheses. Inability to use limbs causes psychological and physical issues for amputees. Arduino, an open-source microprocessor, was used to build a prototype prosthetic hand. An Android app allows users to select a hand motion to circumvent myoelectric prosthesis control mechanisms. The Arduino uses this data to power servos that individually trigger each finger.

Original languageEnglish
Article number3496122
JournalAdvances in Materials Science and Engineering
Volume2022
DOIs
StatePublished - 2022

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