Reimagining How We Design Neuroprosthetic Limbs
Albert Manero and his team at Limbitless Solutions are using Fusion 360, Maya, and 3D printing to create advanced bionic prosthetics for children—changing lives and giving hope to the underserved.
Children often have a hard time gaining access to advanced prosthetics due to high cost and short lifecycles. Professor Albert Manero of Limbitless Solutions, based out of the University of Central Florida, is using Fusion 360, Maya, EAGLE, and 3D printing to create accessible, neuroprosthetic limbs with an electromyographic actuated system. In addition, his team created a web portal that allows the children to design the exterior of the limbs and choose an “empowerment class”—warrior, ethereal, serenity, or shadow. He steps into the AU Theater and shares their inspiring progress.
About the speaker
Albert Manero is one of the founders and president of Limbitless Solutions, a nonprofit devoted to designing bionic arms for children in need at no cost. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Central Florida.
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