Knife End Unit for TOM Prosthesis

The challenge

One of the first objectives that amputees struggle with already in the rehabilitation process is completing daily tasks. Such as eating and working in the kitchen. Using a knife is one of those tasks that we want to make accessible and affordable.

Who it helps

Below elbow amputees, who wants to use a knife with their amputated hand.

How it works

Simple 3D printing with easy and quick assembly process, will allow anyone who use TOM's Prosthesis with the universal connector, to quickly connect an end unit that holds a knife.

End unit for TOM's Parametric Prosthesis to hold a knife

Tools needed

Protective glasses

Prusa slicer

Cutter

FDM Printer

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the TOM Israel community community, Tel Aviv, Israel
• Team: Amichay
• Category: Daily Living, Therapy
• 25 downloads

The build files for Knife End Unit for TOM Prosthesis are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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