After announcing the development of a 3D printed prosthetic leg, Robohand continues to expand its activities. Most recently, the affordable 3D printed prostheses initiative has launched a 3D printing bot farm. Using a huge array of MakerBot Replicator 2 and 2x’s, 53 in total, the firm is increasing its production capacity to provide low-cost prosthetic arms, hands, and, now, legs to the world.
Robohand has partnered with the College of the Ouachitas – located in Arkansas, USA – to co-develop a 3D printing curriculum that benefits both the South African prosthetics manufacturer and the college’s own pre-engineering students. After the college acquired its over 50 3D printers, Richard Van As, founder of Robohand, recently traveled to the college to train Dr.…
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