The new model bionic arm Bebionic Small

Steeper British company has long been known as a manufacturer of the most technologically advanced prosthetic hand, but their latest model Bebionic Small looks fantastic. It is 30% smaller than the previous model bebionic3, weighs only 390 grams and is suitable for women and adolescents.

Bionic Hand motility repeats the usual hand and is equipped with 14 sensors to capture precise movements and sensations. The mechanism controls the movement of the muscles that are connected to the motor and microprocessor Bebionic Small. In the video it shows what is capable of doing the hand movements.



June 16 the company объявила, that the new mechanical hand received the first patient. They became the 29-year-old Englishwoman Eshvell Nicky (Nicky Ashwell). Previously, she was wearing a "cosmetic" prosthesis that does not move. As a result, all the work had to be done with one hand. A "smart" gadget from Steeper allows it to insert even thread a needle, taking her two mechanical fingers to keep Man's hand cycling and carry heavy loads.

On the fingertips Bebionic Small has special air cushions to gently grab and hold small items.



It is possible that the mechanical arm even more biological: it is equipped with special magnets to enhance grip. The developers say that their hand - the most anatomically correct prosthetic market. They are carefully worked on the design and use special materials to the weight distribution was more towards the palm.



Bebionic Small Kevlar sold in white color or black coal.

Source: geektimes.ru/post/252234/