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mechatronics and robotics, Science & Technology, Technology, Robotics, MANUS, multifunctional, prosthesis, HAND, DESIGN, 0801 Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing, 0906 Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 0913 Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Automation, 4002 Automotive engineering, 4007 Control engineering, mechatronics and robotics, 4009 Electronics, sensors and digital hardware

Abstract:

The design of multifunctional upper limb prosthetics has been investigated in recent years. In 1998, the MANUS consortium was set up on the basis of multidisciplinary skills of the partners in order to provide a global approach to the problem of upper limb prosthetics. In the framework of this approach, the consortium addressed the development of appropriate hand mechanics, the analysis and implementation of control electronics, the development of advanced control strategies and the implementation of broad band command interfaces based on EMG. As a result, the prototype of a multifunctional prosthesis was developed, integrated and clinically evaluated. This paper describes the objectives, technological approach and results of the MANUS prosthesis prototype. © 2005 Cambridge University Press.