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The Effectivity of Magnetic Levitation Technology on Improving the Support and Cost-Efficiency of Prosthetics and Assistive Devices

JSHS · 2022

Xin Yi Looi Ng, Dr. Gina Ortiz Andrade · Escuela Secundaria de la Universidad de Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Overview

The World Health Organization estimates that 30 million people around the world are in need of prosthetic and orthotic devices, yet 75% of countries do not have programs set in place to help these individuals (Burt, 2018). The Effectivity of Magnetic Levitation Technology on Improving the Support and Cost-Efficiency of Prosthetics and Assistive Devices combats this issue by exploring the subject by building a prototype with inexpensive materials from their local hardware store. Important materials include PVC pipe parts, a plunger cup, a V9 battery, some medium and small magnets, and an electrical cord. The researcher also aimed to utilize the power of magnetic levitation technology by incorporating an arrangement of magnets that would cause the solid body to levitate in midair. The purpose of incorporating magnetic levitation technology to the prototype is to strengthen its base of support, improve stability, cost-efficiency, and weight distribution across the device. The research project also includes a case study with a visually impaired adult male to provide insight for further research, investigate the topic in realistic detail, and understand the problem from the subject’s perspective. As there have been no past research projects nor initiatives incorporating magnetic levitation technology into an assistive device with inexpensive materials, this research project is the first of its kind. It is not meant to be complex, but rather set the foundation for more complex projects as a starting base.

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