In this work, the recent advances for rapid prototyping in the orthoprosthetic industry are
presented. Specifically, the manufacturing process of orthoprosthetic aids are analysed, as …

This paper addresses the topic of social manufacturing, with the aim of understanding the
key features of such a new manufacturing, network-based model, its enabling factors and …

This study addressed the participation of rehabilitation professionals in the use of Additive
Manufacturing to produce assistive technology devices. A literature review based on articles …

Physical prototypes allow the testing of ideas quickly with models that look similar to the final
product. Rapid Prototyping (RP) based on additive or subtractive technologies allow trial …

Biomedical engineering is a relatively young field of study, which was introduced in Poland
as an independent didactic course only in the academic year 2006/2007. Since then, about …

A manufatura aditiva ou impressão 3D tem sido foco constante de pesquisas e avanços
quanto aos materiais e técnicas existentes, oferecendo amplas possibilidades de aplicação …

Ankle foot orthosis (AFO) device improves the walking ability by hold and directs the position
and advancement of the lower limb, specifically ankle movement. The primary function of …

Background: Wrist immobilization orthosis is a commonly adopted treatment method for wrist
regarding pathologies. In recent years, a group of 3D-printed immobilization orthosis for the …

Com o avanço tecnológico, torna-se possível o desenvolvimento de órteses por diferentes
processos e materiais com maior precisão e confiabilidade. Neste cenário, o uso das …

This study addressed the participation of rehabilitation professionals in the use of Additive
Manufacturing to produce assistive technology devices. A literature review based on articles …