Nathan's Knee Sleeve

The challenge

This project will give those with prosthesis a larger range of wardrobe options.

Who it helps

Individuals with prosthesis from the waist down.

How it works

The Cordera knee sleeve will protect the pants from the prosthetic. The 3D print gives further protection preventing possible nicks or protrusion

The user will wear a knee sleeve made of Cordera, though Kevlar is preferred. Silicon strip and velcro will ensure the knee sleeve does not turn or fall. TPU will be used for the 3D prints of front and back plate preventing damage to the fabric and trouser

Tools needed

Fusion 360

Measurement tool

Digital caliber

sewing machine

scissors

set of needles

FDM Printer

Project details

• Stage: Working Model
• Built by the Georgia Tech community, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
• Team: Nathan Wallace
• Category: Outdoor, Hobbies, Fun/Leisure, Daily Living
• 11 downloads

The build files for Nathan's Knee Sleeve are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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