1. Self Adjusted Digit Manipulator
Ben Fennen
Graduate 3D Veterans 1st Bootcamp, September 2016, San Antonio, TX
Problem Statement
Design Solution
Drawing & Models
Prototype
TBI or Stroke Patients with physical conditions that
limit the range of movement in their fingers. Patients
currently use expensive cumbersome devices that are
limited in their fit, function and customization.
The goal of this project is to develop a manipulator
to give patients the ability to extend their fingers
through pneumatic’s during recovery unassisted.
• The exoskeleton base will have syringes to allow the
user to adjust the strength and force action applied.
• Length, Cam and Diameter are adjusted to individual
patient for needs of fit and function.
• This action is manipulated by applying pressure to a
bulb and valve by the user to increase flexion and
movement of the digits.
• These attributes give the needed range of motion
and alleviate the need to be assisted and allow
longer use of the device, thusly decreasing recovery
time and cost.