The bionic hand, named BEEPP, stands for Bionic, Ergonomic, Economic, Polish Prosthesis. It weighs about 500 grams and has a strong grip, making it suitable for patients with either unilateral or bilateral amputations at the forearm level.
The prosthesis is controlled by biosignals directly from the user, allowing for smooth movements.
This innovative device can be customized according to the type of amputation, the shape of the residual limb, and the patient's posture.
The biggest challenge in creating it was developing three key subsystems: the prosthesis interface, artificial intelligence algorithms for recognizing movement intentions, and the mechatronic structure of the hand. These elements are essential for the comfort, reliability, and functionality of the prosthesis in everyday use.
The project team consisted of twelve individuals, including computer scientists, mechanical engineers, and electronic specialists, as well as experts from the Medical University of Wrocław.
The prosthetic company Ortopes also participated in the project, assisting in designing the prosthesis interface.
Now, the developers are preparing for patient testing scheduled for the end of this year.
Amputees interested in participating in the trials are encouraged to contact the project manager, Dr. Andrzej Wołczowski, at andrzej.wolczowski@pwr.edu.pl (Wrocław University of Technology)
Source: PWr/X/@DNaukowy
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