3D Printed Foot Prosthetics for Under $10
Australian researchers at Sinburne University of Technology have taken on the study of the 3D printed foot prosthetics and produced a working prototype that after several iterations offered improvements in nearly every area from comfort to stability and gait. A huge benefit overall though, aside from being able to offer fast customizations for children in developing countries, is the exponential savings--from the traditional $5,000 for a quality prosthesis, to being able to produce one wholesale for under $10. Read more about this research at 3DPrint.com: http://3dprint.com/84190/3d-printed-foot-prosthetics/
Below is a look at the second prototype of the 3D printed foot prosthetics:
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