Project Nira - Standing Arm Supporter

Project Nira - Standing Arm Supporter - open-source assistive technology prototype by the Abraham Accords Open Innovation Challenge community

About this project

This is a standing arm supporter. It is an adaptive device that holds the hand at an angle to allow one to put on and take off clothes more efficiently. One of the main benefits of the device is increased user independence.

The challenge

This solution was developed during the 2022 Abraham Accords Open Innovation Challenge.

It was designed for Nira Shahar, who is paralyzed on her left side of the body. This solution enables independence and accessibility in daily activities, particularly designed with the act of dressing in mind.

You can learn more about the Abraham Accords Open Innovation Challenge and browse the projects on the AAOIC community page.

This project was developed by:

Ron Shahar

Daniel Dov

Shahaf Oz

Shahar Elias

Who it helps

Nira is among millions of people around the world who suffered from a stroke and as a result is paralyzed on her left half of her body.

How it works

What

The solution we are offering is an adaptive device that supports an arm by holding the hand at an angle. This allows the user to dress and undress themselves independently.

Who

Our Need-Knower is Nira - who's among millions of people around the world who suffered from a stroke and as a result is paralyzed on the left half of her body.

Why

Nira struggles with dressing independently because she is paralyzed on the left side of the body.

A disability such as this is common among people who suffered from a stroke. Every year, 15 million people around the world experience a stroke and its affects.

How

Our solution enables independence and accessibility in daily activities, especially in the act of dressing. Many people are dependent on assistants just to get dressed and it severely compromises time, independence, and self-esteem.

Tools Needed

screwdriver set

wood-saw

wood glue

sewing machine

sponge foam

Bill of Materials

Please see detailed BOM and printing models in the downloadable product file.

Estimated Time to Make

1 hour of machine time

2 hours of assembly time

Project details

The build files for Project Nira - Standing Arm Supporter are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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