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Above the Knee Prosthetic Lining Using Braided Composites and Natural Fibers
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- Author(s) / Creator(s)
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This project focuses on the design of an above the knee prosthetic lining made up of a natural
and a synthetic fiber using a braided composite approach. Prosthetic linings are a part of an
artificial limb that the amputee puts on their residual leg to protect the skin from any type of
lacerations that may occur while in movement. Current linings are typically made only of
silicone which traps heat inside and causes discomfort for amputees. The design that is explored
in this report is composed of two separate layers which fixes present problems. Consequently,
this allows amputees to wear their prosthetic without nuisances. -
- Date created
- 2021-08-12
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- Type of Item
- Conference/Workshop Poster