Adaptable Prosthetic Interface for
Lower Extremity Amputations
Team Members: Melina Mercier, Corin Shirley, Sydney
Hitzke, and Shelby Stafford
Advisor: Dr. Michael Philen and Dr. Michael Madigan
Team Photo Here
The underlying goal of this project is to develop an interface
composed of microfluidic actuators that will go between a
prosthetic socket and its liner. This interface is intended to
accommodate volumetric change of an amputee’s lower
residual limb throughout the day.
Key Features:
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Understanding actuator mechanics and their ability to
withstand body forces within socket
Proof of the concept that actuator volume change will meet
the goal of 11% and thus be able to effectively improve
comfort and fit of socket around limb.
Deliverables:
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Two actuators in a spiral shape for placement within the
socket
Results of pressurization of the actuators and their effects
on volume change
Carbon Fiber Socket
Results of actuator forces within socket based on actuator
placement