System for the experimental evaluation of anthropomorphic hands. Application to a new 3D-printed prosthetic hand prototype

In the present study, we propose a new actuation device and protocol for testing the grasping performance of low-cost 3D-printed hand prototypes. The actuation device is connected to the forearm of a healthy user and allows him to use his thumb and fingers to control any prototype moved by up to six...

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Main Authors: Immaculada Llop-Harillo, Antonio Pérez-González
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2017-11-01
Series:International Biomechanics
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23335432.2017.1364666