Lightweight and intelligent microprocessor controlled orthotic device launches
Prosthetic manufacturer Blatchford has launched Tectus, a “life-changing” intelligent orthotic device that is designed to enable people with partial lower limb paralysis to walk more…
Microprocessor knee becomes water resistant to give wearers peace of mind
Prosthetics manufacturer Blatchford has upgraded its flagship Orion3 microprocessor knee to offer IP55-level protection against the entry of fresh water. Orion3 is now internationally certified…
Innovative glove and armband device gives people with upper limb prosthetics a ‘sense of touch’
An assistive technology prototype that gives ‘sense of touch’ haptic feedback to amputees is set to be improved with a series of at-home trial start…
Engineering student designs adjustable and affordable prosthetic hand
Luke Cox, a final-year Staffordshire University engineering student, has used his skills to design an affordable prosthetic hand prototype to help others like him. Luxe…
Video: Uni and assistive tech firm partner to bring open-source prosthetic leg to research labs
An open-source, artificially intelligent prosthetic leg designed by researchers at the University of Michigan in the US will be brought to researchers by assistive technology…
Video: Advanced hand prosthesis with range of functions showcased at CES 2022
Esper Bionics, a pioneering engineering company, has showcased its new advanced bionic hand at CES 2022, which is called Esper Hand. The prosthetic hand is…
AI glove set to improve hand grip for millions with muscle weakness
A robotic glove based on artificial intelligence (AI) technology could soon be helping millions of people recover muscle grip in their hands after securing support…
Uni engineers develop assistive device that could be used to control prosthetics
Engineers at the University of California, Berkeley, based in the USA, have developed an innovative wearable biosensing device that can recognise hand gestures based on…
“Revolutionary” prosthetic elbow range available from Steeper Group
Steeper Group, which provides a variety of orthotic and prosthetic devices, has announced the integration of the innovative Espire™ Elbow range to its upper limb…
Futuristic assistive tech innovations exhibited at interactive Global Grad Show
SCALED prosthetic cast A wearable airbag belt that detects and cushion falls and a prosthetic cast that replicates a reptile's skin to provide protection and…