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ArticleMaterials (Basel, Switzerland)2024

Development and Production of a Children's Upper-Limb Cycling Adapter Using 3D Printing.

Barbora Kopová, Martin Bakeš, Martin Čížek, Adam Horký, Josef Dvořák, Karel Ráž, Zdeněk Chval

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Article in Materials (Basel, Switzerland), 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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7 authors.

Barbora KopováDepartment of Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of West Bohemia, Univerzitní 2762/22, 301 00 Pilsen, Czech Republic.
Martin BakešDepartment of Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of West Bohemia, Univerzitní 2762/22, 301 00 Pilsen, Czech Republic.
Martin ČížekDepartment of Machine Design, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Regional Technological Institute, University of West Bohemia, Univerzitní 2732/8, 301 00 Pilsen, Czech Republic.
Adam HorkýDepartment of Design and Applied Arts, Ladislav Sutnar Faculty of Design and Art, University of West Bohemia, Univerzitní 2732/8, 301 00 Pilsen, Czech Republic.
Josef DvořákDepartment of Machine Design, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Regional Technological Institute, University of West Bohemia, Univerzitní 2732/8, 301 00 Pilsen, Czech Republic.
Karel RážDepartment of Machine Design, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Regional Technological Institute, University of West Bohemia, Univerzitní 2732/8, 301 00 Pilsen, Czech Republic.ORCID 0000-0001-8768-0317
Zdeněk ChvalDepartment of Machine Design, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Regional Technological Institute, University of West Bohemia, Univerzitní 2732/8, 301 00 Pilsen, Czech Republic.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The research described in this study focuses on the development of an innovative upper-limb adapter for young children aged 1-3 years who have congenital upper-limb defects. The objective was to create a functional and affordable solution that allows children to engage more safely and actively in physical activities such as cycling. The adapter was designed within the DESIGN+ project at the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen in collaboration with the German company Ottobock. The development included a detailed analysis of hand movements during cycling, modelling using CAD software (NX 1888), prototype manufacturing through 3D printing, and subsequent testing. The result is an adapter that allows 360° rotation around the arm axis, provides natural hand movement while turning, and is made of soft material to enhance safety. Despite initial challenges and necessary prototype adjustments, a functional and reliable design was achieved. This adapter will contribute to improving the quality of life for children with upper-limb disabilities, supporting their coordination, strength, and confidence in daily activities.

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3D printedbicycle adapterchildren adapterprototyping product designupper-limb adapterupper-limb prosthesis

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PMID39410302
PMCPMC11477795

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