Thumb Prosthesis
Source: MyMiniFactory by Gabriela Alejandra Bravo Illanes
The Thumb Prosthesis is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by Gabriela Alejandra Bravo Illanes. This is a prosthesis for people that has lost his entire thumb. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
This is a prosthesis for people that has lost his entire thumb. It's an articulated thumb, with silicone tip, connected by a wire to the index finger. When the index flexes, it flex the thumb, this way the person is able to grip things of different diameters and perform tip grip. The mechanism was inspired in the one used in the Cyborg Beast. This object was made for the "Mutual de Seguridad C.Ch.C" from Chile. In a project of the Direction of innovation and development, and the Neuro rehabilitation institute. A video of the prosthesis begin tested (a former prototype) can be found in
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Thumb Prosthesis is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Gabriela Alejandra Bravo Illanes.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Gabriela Alejandra Bravo Illanes, published on MyMiniFactory. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.