Construction of a robotic hand for myoelectric control systems research applied to low-cost prostheses

In this project, the construction of an anthropomorphic low-cost robotic hand has been developed to demonstrate its viability and functionality in views to be employed as prosthesis. It is also being used as basis for investigating noninvasive and effective myoelectric control systems. To this end, a 3D printer has been utilized to print all the component parts of the hand. This process minimizes the costs to obtain a product accessible to everyone, including developing countries. Then, the components have been assembled and a system of motorization has been implemented for the human hand can perform typical human activities as grasping and pointing. Finally, a control system based on the blocks tool from Simulink has been designed and implemented, achieving the desired effects: controlling the independent movement of each finger and even of the swivel wrist.Ingeniería Biomédic