Low-Cost Knee Prosthetic

Aug-01-15 A low-cost prosthetic knee from MIT could bring a new level of mobility and independence to people in developing nations.

Knee prosthetics that allow for natural motion are expensive, equipped with sensors and gyroscopes and costing up to $50,000. In order to make the prosthetic more accessible to everyone, the MIT team eschewed the complex electronics in favor of a spring and two dampers. This low-key designed delivers a torque profile that rivals higher-end prosthetics, and offers a more natural gait.

The team hopes that the affordable device will not only allow more people to walk naturally, but also relieve some of the stigma associated with wearing a prosthetic.

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