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    Flexy-Hand

    Greetings all,

    The Flexy-Hand - A proof of concept printable hand with "live hinge" flexible joints. Individually activated fingers using Filaflex filament as tendons (Alternatively use Nylon fishing wire) :




    Printed in Makerbot Translucent Red and Filaflex hinges. Re-mix this idea into your own robotic or prosthetic project.


    • Fingers open automatically, no return tendons or springs needed.
    • "Frictionless" articulation - no rubbing parts.
    • Stretchable tendons offering adaptive grip on irregular objects (only one motor required to activate all fingers).
    • Fully printable solution, no vitamins required.
    • Tough and rugged.
    • Realistic form under a surgical glove.




    http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:242639

    Thank you for reading.
    Steve Wood (AKA Gyrobot)
    w: http://www.gyrobot.co.uk
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    tw: @gyrobotuk
    Last edited by Gyrobot; 03-10-2014 at 02:54 PM.

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