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Researchers 3D Print Functional Robotic Prosthetic Hand at a Fraction of the Cost

Researchers from the University of Manchester have developed an extremely affordable 3D printed robotic prosthetic hand. The assistive device enables groundbreaking functionality for amputees, and can be fully customized for the user via an Android app.

by Anne Freier
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Peacock Gets 3D Printed Prosthetic Leg from Random Reddit User

A Wyoming family's pet peacock lost its foot from frostbite, the owners went searching for help on Reddit. One random user decided to design and 3D print a prosthetic device for the majestic bird, giving it a better chance at leading a quality life.  

by Tyler Koslow
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Venus de Milo Receives 3D Printed Prosthetics for Handicap International Campaign

Venus de Milo and other statues in Paris, France received 3D printed prosthetic arms as part of Handicap International's #BodyCantWait campaign.

by Hanna Watkin
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Researchers 3D Print Tremor Suppression Glove to Help Parkinson’s Patients

Researchers from Western University have developed a functional prototype of a new tremor suppression glove. This device aims to provide more independence to patients suffering from Parkinson's Disease. 

by Tyler Koslow
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Australian Sheepdog Receives Prosthetic Paw Thanks to 3D Printing

Tucker, a five-year-old Australian sheep dog, can run on four feet again thanks to a 3D printed prosthetic paw. The hope is that the paw prosthetic will improve Tucker's mobility and his quality of life. 

by Hanna Watkin
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Stratasys & Dassault Systèmes Partner to Develop Low-Cost 3D Printed Prosthetics

Stratasys is partnering with Dassault Systèmes to supply Unlimited Tomorrow with 3D printing and CAD software dedicated to producing affordable, patient-specific prosthetic devices.  

by Anne Freier
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Amputee Musician Tests Luke Skywalker Hand

Researchers at Georgia Tech use ultrasound to extend the technology behind prosthetic hands and deliver the results to an amputee musician.

by Sean Rohringer
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San Diego Aquarium Repairs Sea Turtle’s Shell

Birch Aquarium fits their loggerhead sea turtle with a 3D printed brace, filling the gap that's been in her shell since 2014.

by Sean Rohringer
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3D Printed Skull Saves Newborn’s Life in Perth

Surgery on a newborn child, unable to breathe, was made possible thanks to a 3D printed skull created by a team at Royal Perth Hospital.

by Sean Rohringer
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G.I. Joe Receives 3D Printed Prosthetic Foot

A redditor takes 3D printed prosthetics one step further by modeling and creating a new foot for his father's beloved G.I. Joe action figure.

by Sean Rohringer
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Karl the Hornbill Receives a New 3D Printed Beak Prosthetic

Hornbill, Karl, received a 3D printed prosthetic beak after staff at Smithsonian's National Zoo noticed he was struggling to eat.

by Hanna Watkin
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Disaster Hack 3D Prints Prosthetic Hands for People in Nepal

Disaster Hack is a non-profit startup which is 3D printing and delivering prosthetics to people who need them in Kathmandu, Nepal.

by Hanna Watkin
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Burger King Promotes Stacker Day in Argentina with 3D Printed Hands

For Stacker Day in Argentina, Burger King partners with Atomic Labs to 3D print prosthetic hands; all the better to eat Whoppers with.

by Bulent Yusuf
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Unlimited Tomorrow CEO Creates Lifelike 3D Printed Hand for Young Momo

LaChappelle is a young engineer who is using 3D printing to develop high-tech prosthetics for amputees with his company Unlimited Tomorrow.

by Hanna Watkin
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Animal Avengers 3D Print Prosthetic for Zeus the Whippet Puppy

The Animal Avengers have fitted puppy, Zeus, with a 3D printed "ballet shoe" to help him walk properly after his foot was chewed off.

by Hanna Watkin
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Marine Corps Veteran Receives First Prosthetic For Land and Water Use

Marine Corps veteran receives the first prosthetic which can be used on land or in water allowing him to swim with both legs again.

by Hanna Watkin
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The Victoria Hand Project Uses 3D Printing to Create Ergonomic Prosthetics

Low-cost 3D printed hands for amputees across the world gets an aesthetic upgrade as The Victoria Hand Project details its newest development.

by Hanna Watkin
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Public Library uses 3D Printer to give 5-year-old Girl a Prosthetic Hand

Harris County Public Library made the prayers of a 5-year-old girl come true when they 3D printed her a prosthetic arm.

by Hanna Watkin
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Bird in Guangzhou Zoo Receives 3D Printed Beak

A rare red-crowned crane has received its very own 3D printed beak after breaking the upper part in a fight with another bird.

by Hanna Watkin
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3D Print Your “Elysium” Themed Exoskeleton

If you're interested in cosplay, this Sci-Fi inspired, "Elysium" themed 3D printed exoskeleton could be the perfect next build.

by Hanna Watkin
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