Our Prosthesis
Milestone 1
The Biorobotic Unilateral Dog Extremity began as a design concept to translate active prosthesis technology in humans for dogs with missing limbs. Through a rigorous design evaluation phase, we determined the key features that are necessary for the function of our device.
Using a high-efficiency motor on a roller screw and gear train, our device adds net positive work to the dog's gait, storing and translating work through a parallel spring and a series spring.
Milestone 2
Using SolidWorks, Team BUD-E System modeled our prosthesis, continuing to refine aspects of the design.
Optimizations on design elements such as the spring constants of the prosthesis were also conducted in MatLab to ensure proper functionality.
Milestone 3
During this development milestone, Buddy, our patient and namesake, paid a visit to our lab!
As the device design continued to evolve and update, Team BUD-E system began fabrication of our prosthesis and continued optimization of the design.
Milestone 4
Using FDM 3D printing and precision machining, Team BUD-E fabricated an alpha prototype and early beta prototype of the prosthesis design.
As courses moved online during the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester, the team adapted to the changes imposed by COVID-19 and adjusted project deliverables during this milestone.
Milestone 5
Team BUD-E made the finals for the Elevator Pitch Competition, and will be virtually presenting their work at the 2020 Innovation Expo!