Mechatronic prosthesis:

The mechatronic prosthesis project for upper limbs, developed by the Aplat research group at the Universidad Militar Nueva Granada, aims to design a functional and anatomically adapted prosthesis—specifically focused on improving usability for women, who face high abandonment rates due to generic designs that do not accommodate their anatomy. The design incorporates 20 degrees of freedom to emulate natural arm and hand movements, using simulations and SolidWorks to develop the mechanical structure and integrate myoelectric signals, enabling real-time responsiveness to user intent. The prosthesis includes passive, active, and myoelectric components and employs advanced analysis of electromyographic signals to capture specific muscle movements via electrodes, replicating natural mobility without requiring complex manual controls. This project represents significant progress at the intersection of mathematics and applied engineering, optimizing core prosthetic functions through concepts of forward and inverse kinematics. Additionally, the project explores industrial automation applications, suggesting that this adaptable design could also be applied in robotic devices for specific tasks in factory settings—extending the impact of the research beyond the medical field.