ABSTRACT
The research on 3D printed prostheses has been increasing, as they appear to be a good solution to solve some of the issues of common prostheses. However, despite of their growth, these prostheses have a high rejection rate, especially in children, due to its artificial appearance. The main goal of this paper is to present the development of an improved 3D printed body-powered prosthesis, both in aesthetical and functional terms. Body casting and 3D scanning were the methods used to capture the anatomical features of the child’s healthy hand. The whole prosthesis was designed using the Fusion 360 CAD software and printed using PLA and Filaflex filaments. Different assembly approaches are now being tested to achieve the best functional performance possible. The prosthesis possesses a high anthropomorphic level, with the fingers possessing good bending characteristics. However, tests of the full prosthesis are not finalized due to the world situation.
