Drawing Aid

The challenge

The project is needed to allow for easy capping and recapping of drawing utensils.

Who it helps

Individuals with clubbed hand syndrome or other hand disabilities.

How it works

This solution will address the challenge by eliminating the demand for high dexterity while recapping drawing utensils.

A 3D printed Marker Cap Gripper

Tools needed

PC or MAC I7 +

Fusion 360

Electric Srewdriver

FDM Printer

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the Vanderbilt University community, Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America
• Team: Hugh Lang
• Category: Hobbies, Fun/Leisure

The build files for Drawing Aid are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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