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Prosthetics
Prosthetic technology from prosthetic limbs to internal technology such as Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD).
Echo prosthetic leg designed to improves a dog’s mobility and balance
A winner of the 2017 Model One Awards, the Echo prosthetic leg is specifically designed to improves a dog's…
May the Force be with you
Luke Skywalker’s bionic hand is a step closer to reality for amputees in this galaxy.
Decoding the enigma of motor neurons with cryptography
A team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, the Georgia Institute of Technology, and Northwestern…
3D printing nonbiological parts to mimic human tissue
Researchers at the Southwest Research Institute are now tackling the challenge to 3D print nonbiological parts that…
Exoskeleton powers up assembly line workers at Ford
Workers on Ford’s assembly lines in two U.S. factories are getting some extra help. In a pilot project, the workers…
The Current State of Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Technology
In recent years, technological advancements have led to the development of a variety of Ventricular Assist Devices…
Foot Prosethics Controlled With Subconscious Commands
An Iceland-based company is now developing the second generation of a system that allows amputees to control foot…
Novel Exoskeleton Robot Relieves Shoulder Injuries
Researchers at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, have developed and successfully tested a novel exoskeleton…
Prototype Exoskeleton Controlled Via Alexa
A prototype exoskeleton that can respond to spoken instructions via Amazon's voice assistant, Alexa.
Orthopedic Devices Industry Growing Exponentially
In the global medical technology space, the orthopedic devices industry will continue to be a promising area, and…