Gripper Thumb Terminal Device

The Gripper Thumb TD is an experimental terminal device for upper limb amputees that looks like a passive cosmetic prosthesis, but it performs two-handed tasks without a Bowden cable.. Since the 3D printed device is still experimental, it should not be used without the clinical supervision of a Certified Prosthetist or Occupational Therapist. Special care should be taken in selecting the printing materials to assure that there are no layer adhesion issues or other durability concerns.

Youtube videos:
e-NABLE at the Rochester Mini Maker Faire https://youtu.be/YRXA0slO2vM
Assembling the Gripper Thumb TD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRuFUtK4K90&feature=youtu.be
Adding a frictional surface to the Gripper Thumb TD https://youtu.be/i-D0ZphGXME

Perhaps the best way to evaluate this TD (and to get us through beta testing and design iteration) is to find a recipient who already has a prosthesis. That means they will likely already have a prosthetist or occupational therapi