Turkey-based non-governmental organisation Robotel Türkiye, which is officially known as Robotel Derneği, is using 3D printing to create bespoke prosthetic hands for children with finger or hand deformations. The system, which is low-cost and adaptable, enables youngsters to easily adapt to wearing a prosthetic and to take part in everyday life. "The purpose of the 3D printed hand is both to make their lives easier physically and to make them feel special instead of inadequate or disabled,” the company said. A team from Robotel, led by Professor Dr. Erkan Çakır, has developed an innovative system that allows kids to wear prosthetics without any physical limitations.
Turkey-based non-governmental organisation Robotel Türkiye, which is officially known as Robotel Derneği, is using 3D printing to create bespoke prosthetic hands for children with finger or hand deformations. The system, which is low-cost and adaptable, enables youngsters to easily adapt to wearing a prosthetic and to take part in everyday life. "The purpose of the 3D printed hand is both to make their lives easier physically and to make them feel special instead of inadequate or disabled,” the company said. So far it has provided 32 prosthetic hands to children.