The Enable Community Foundation, that matches volunteers who create 3D printed prosthetics with recipients, has launched a device challenge.
Participants are challenged to create a 3D printable sport-specific terminal device that fits an industry standard prosthetic socket below the elbow and submit a video demonstrating its function.
The foundation explains that a 3D printable design is ideal because it can easily be customised and adjusted to the wearer’s needs. “Additionally, there is a great opportunity to work with Orthotic and Prosthetic (O&P)professional to develop a socket and then allow local designers to build off it to address recipient specific requests such as biking, kayaking, sports, or even specific chores,” Enable explains.
You can enter the challenge on the Enable Community Foundation website until April 30th, 2016 and win prizes between $ 250 and $750.
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