Prosthetic Designs

This project is an on going passion project. Through multiple designs, iterations, tweaks and edits, this idea of designing prosthetics has been enamoring. These are just a few of my designs, from overall form, to a more detailed 'real world' view, then to a peak into the 'how it works' realm.

The first go at a prosthetic arm. The initial idea was to design an arm that represented an actual, flesh an bone arm in shape. While also having a mechanical/industrial style.

This was a second attempt at the design, limiting the 'window' inside, to make it more sleek and contained. As well as giving more attention to anchor points and attachment points.

A third pass at this arm design, delving more into the mechanical aspects, and more attention to form, as well as keeping in mind attachments and movement. Showing how when extended, the "elbow" will fold away, and how the arm itself extends.

A closer look into how the arm would operate. From the rotation, the cabling system, and giving the intricate parts more definition.

This is a newer design for a prosthetic leg that uses hydraulic pressure for movement, consistent pressure for strength, and smooth movement.

A closer look at the hydraulic design. Inspiration came from oil valves found in an engine, mixed with how shock absorbers work via hydraulics. The actual 'feet' of the hydraulic mounts would be able to pivot, for constant pressure while allowing for plenty of the necessary movements. High strength cabling to keep the kneecap pressure plate and lower/upper parts of the leg connected. As well as, support arms on either side to assist with movement and structural integrity.

Designing New Perspectives

Prosthetic Designs