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In 2012, Nicolas was told about the potential for 3D printing and open source tools that include expansive online communities of those looking to help other users. So the inventor got convinced that he could develop his own robotic hand design not just for himself, but others in need of a prosthesis both in France and internationally, too.
“While walking through Rennes, I passed an exhibition [at the LabFab fab lab] where strange machines, like something from science fiction, were depositing layers of material onto platforms. They were 3D printers,” said Huchet.
After that encounter, Nicolas started working on his own 3D printing invention.
The final result, in 2013, after only five months of development, was a 3D printed hand that was equipped with actuators to move the digits and joints using transparent fishing line. All powered by muscle sensors and an Arduino “brain” that was built for around $250.
“Above all, we want to create an international network and database devoted to improving low-cost prosthetics. This is an open-source project, which means you can participate or make it yourself. The prosthetic-hand field is very small, but if we build a bridge between countries and people, we can make it better and stronger, and go further, faster”, Nicolas explained.
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