3D-Printing Technology Helps Paralyzed Woman Walk Again

Posted on the 23 February 2014 by Nrjperera @nrjperera

“After years of dreaming about it, I am deeply grateful and thrilled to be making history by walking tall in the first ever 3D printed Ekso-Suit, made specifically for me,” said Amanda Boxtel

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According to the press release, “Designers used 3D scanning to digitize the contours of Amanda’s thighs, shins and spine and create a personalized three-dimensional base to inform the shape of the required assemblies. Sophisticated mechanical actuators and controls, manufactured and provided by Ekso Bionics, were then integrated with the more fluid components that were 3D printed from the customized scans to create the first ever bespoke suit.”

Check out the video to see her walk.

[Via: CNET / Source: 3D Systems- Press Release]
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