Assistive Wrist Brace

This project is innovative and does not yet exist in the market, so I am hesitant to post online any project material (images, detailed descriptions, CAD drawings, calculations, etc.) until I am sure how to best proceed with the invention.  However, here I will describe the processes I used and the background of the project:

This project helps those with hand and/or wrist ailments (such as arthritis, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, hand paralysis, etc.) perform gripping functions.  I have worked on it for about 6 months, and I have gained much experience with the mechanical design process throughout these months.  It began as part of a manufacturing and design course at Stanford (ME203), and at the presentation for that class a faculty member approached me and offered for me to continue the project as an independent study.  I accepted and continued to improve the design.  I used the following processes: laser cutting, 3D printing, machining (mill), threading, sheet metal forming, and sewing.  I have received positive feedback from my course instructor and from users regarding the functionality and aesthetics of the prototypes.  I have also presented this project at the 7th Annual Assistive Technology Faire at Stanford and received positive feedback there too.


If you would like more details, feel free to contact me at supakkul@stanford.edu

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