dc.contributor.advisor | Bryan, Josiah | eng |
dc.contributor.author | Grace, Colin | eng |
dc.date.issued | 2021 | eng |
dc.date.submitted | 2021 Spring | eng |
dc.description.abstract | This thesis proposes a novel lower-limb prosthetic device. Current prosthetics either have overly simplistic designs with inaccurate biomechanics or use delicate microprocessors that are easily damaged in harsh environments. This thesis aims to address these concerns by creating a novel device that combines a pneumatic damping system with a ball joint, resulting in a robust design with improved biomechanics. This prosthetic offers an affordable alternative that can be completely rebuilt while providing added comfort through improved biomechanics. Overall, this thesis contributes to the literature by proposing and discussing an innovative design for an affordable, comfortable, biomechanically sound alternative for lower limb prostheses. | eng |
dc.description.bibref | Includes bibliographical references (pages 111-113). | eng |
dc.format.extent | xi, 113 : color illustrations | eng |
dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/10355/85840 | |
dc.identifier.uri | https://doi.org/10.32469/10355/85840 | eng |
dc.language | English | eng |
dc.publisher | University of Missouri--Columbia | eng |
dc.title | Prosthetic foot design with biomimetic ankle mechanism | eng |
dc.type | Thesis | eng |
thesis.degree.discipline | Mechanical and aerospace engineering (MU) | eng |
thesis.degree.level | Masters | eng |
thesis.degree.name | M.S. | eng |