Revolutionizing Prosthetics: The Smart Prosthetic Hand

Young Jo In's Innovative Design Merges Technology with Prosthetics

Young Jo In was inspired by the difficulties faced by individuals using prosthetics in interacting with touch screen devices. Conventional artificial hands only replicate 60-80% of the functionality of a natural hand, making detailed control of a smartphone exceedingly challenging. The risk of dropping the device is significantly increased when one hand is prosthetic.

The SPH is a unique solution to this problem. It incorporates a smart device into the prosthetic hand, eliminating the risk of dropping the device and compensating for the recognition error that occurs when an artificial finger touches a screen. The user can operate the device with their other hand, making detailed operations more manageable.

The SPH is designed with silicone fingertips, with the insides manufactured from aluminum and copper. The standby power of the device moves to the fingertips, generating static electricity and enabling capacitive touch through the silicone tips. This design is specifically tailored for the frequent use of smart devices in today's world.

The display monitor is located on the back of the hand, making the product suitable for users who want an artificial hand or an arm. The monitor is circular and embedded with software that rotates the display according to the angle from which the user is viewing. The battery is detachable from the product.

The SPH began in Korea in January 2016 and was completed in June 2010. Despite the challenges of integrating technology with prosthetics, Young Jo In notes that the changes were made with surprisingly little difficulty. The design is currently in the process of securing intellectual property rights.

In conclusion, Young Jo In's Smart Prosthetic Hand is a revolutionary design that merges technology with prosthetics, providing a solution to the physical challenges faced by individuals using prosthetics with smartphones. This innovative design has not only been recognized with a prestigious design award but also promises to significantly improve the quality of life for those using prosthetics.