LOW COST

MYO-ELECTRIC
PROSTHETIC LIMB
GROUP 13
FAYA S M O H A M M E D S .
GUIDED BY
STEVE SIMON
PROF. RENCYMOL M V
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ASHIQ BABU U P
MEGHANA G

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 CONTENTS
▪INTRODUCTION
▪OBJECTIVE
▪LITERATURE SURVEY
▪PROPOSED SOLUTION
▪PRELIMINARY ANALYSIS
▪METHODOLOGY
▪BLOCK DIAGRAM
▪CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
▪RESULT
▪HARDWARE IMPLEMENTATION
▪CHALLENGES AND RISK
▪FUTURE ADVANCEMENTS
▪CONCLUSION
▪REFERENCES

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 INTRODUCTION
Every year, millions of people lose their arms due to accidents, medical conditions,
or birth defects.
Causes of limb loss: Road accidents,Workplace injuries, Medical conditions (like
diabetes and infections),War and Natural disasters.
Existing prosthetic arms are expensive. Many people cannot afford them,
especially in developing countries.

Amputtee(Fig.1)
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OBJECTIVE
To design and develop an affordable, functional, and accessible
myoelectric prosthetic arm for amputees.

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 LITERATURE SURVEY
Sl No Title Autor's Summery

1 Low-Cost Myoelectric Prosthesis for Juan C. Belter, The study presents the development of a
Developing Countries Jacob L. Segil, low-cost, 3D-printed myoelectric hand with a
Aaron M. Dollar focus on affordability and functionality. It
emphasizes the use of open-source designs
and accessible materials for cost reduction.
2 A Review of Low-Cost Prosthetic J. C. L. Gonzalez, This review explores various prosthetic hand
Hand Designs Based on Additive D. Castillo-Casas, designs using additive manufacturing
Manufacturing C. Rodriguez techniques, focusing on cost-effectiveness,
customization, and rapid prototyping.
3 Electromyographic Control of H. Zhou, Y. Wang, X. This paper reviews advancements in
Prosthetic Hands: A Review of Su myoelectric control systems, including sensor
Challenges and Advancements technology, machine learning algorithms, and
integration with prosthetic devices.

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 LITERATURE SURVEY
Sl No Title Autor's Summery

4 Design and Development of A. Sharma, P. Singh, The study details the design of an affordable
Affordable Myoelectric Prosthetic N. Kumar myoelectric prosthetic hand using off-the-
Hands shelf components. It highlights the
importance of reducing the cost of
electronics and actuators.
5 Open-Source Prosthetics: Jason Choi, Emily This paper discusses the role of open-source
Democratizing Access to Prosthetic Mason platforms in sharing prosthetic designs,
Devices reducing development costs, and increasing
accessibility.
6 Evaluating the Performance of K. Patel, R. Thakur The research evaluates the performance and
Myoelectric Prostheses in Low-Cost user satisfaction of low-cost myoelectric
Settings prostheses in resource-constrained
environments.

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 LITERATURE SURVEY
Sl No Title Autor's Summery

7 Comparative Study of Myoelectric S. Ahmed, L. T. This study compares traditional EMG control
Control Algorithms for Prosthetic Nguyen methods with modern machine learning-
Limbs based approaches to improve accuracy and
responsiveness in prosthetic devices.
8 3D Printing in Prosthetics: M. Wilson, A. Park This paper explores the use of 3D printing in
Challenges and Opportunities prosthetic manufacturing, discussing
challenges such as material strength and
opportunities like rapid prototyping.
9 Cost-Effective Myoelectric P. Kumar, R. Mehta The study focuses on innovations in battery
Prostheses: Innovations in Battery technology and sensor efficiency to reduce
and Sensor Technology the cost and improve the functionality of
myoelectric prostheses.

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 LITERATURE SURVEY
Sl No Title Autor's Summery

10 User-Centered Design of V. Lopez, A. Chen This study emphasizes the importance of

Myoelectric Prosthetic Devices: user-centered design in creating prosthetic
Challenges in Low-Income Settings devices for low-income populations,
addressing cultural, economic, and
ergonomic factors.

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PROPOSED SOLUTION
EMG-Controlled Prosthetic Arm using Arduino Nano.
▪ Utilizes Electromyographic (EMG) signals from muscle contractions to control
arm movements.
Cost-Effective and Customizable
▪ Designed to be affordable and accessible compared to commercial prosthetics.
▪ Components are readily available and inexpensive, keeping the cost low.
▪ Can be customized for individual users based on their needs.

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PRELIMINARY ANALYSIS

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
◦ Electromyography Sensor(EMG SENSOR)-To detect muscle signals
from the residual limb.
◦ Arduino Nano- To process EMG signals and control the prosthetic
movements.
◦ Servo Motors- To enable variety of movements to the prosthetic.
◦ Buck Converter Module- To convert higher DC voltage to lower
stage voltage.

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METHODOLOGY

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BLOCK DIAGRAM

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CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

Circuit Diagram Of Project (Fig. 2)

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RESULT

PROPOSED DESIGN OF PROSTHETIC(.stl file) 3D PRINTED MODEL

Fig. 3 Fig. 4

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RESULT

Video 1(Working Of The Prosthetic Arm)

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HARDWARE IMPLEMENTATION
1. EMG SENSOR
2. ARDUINO NANO
3. BUCK CONVERTER MODULE
4. SERVO MOTOR
5. POWER SUPPLY

Final Model (Fig. 5)

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CHALLENGES AND RISKS
◦ EMG Signal Accuracy
▫ Muscle signals can be weak and noisy, leading to inaccurate readings.
◦ Material Selection
▫ Selecting lightweight, durable, and cost-effective materials is challenging.
◦ Motor Precision
▫ Inconsistent motor control can lead to jerky or unreliable movements.
◦ Battery Efficiency
▫ Battery size must balance weight, capacity, and runtime.

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FUTURE ADVANCEMENTS
▪BRAIN COMPUTER INTERFACE(BCI): BCI translate brain activity into precise commands for the
prosthetic, offering a more intuitive and seamless user experience. This provides not only
improved control accuracy but also reduces physical exertion and fatigue.
▪HEALTH MONITORING SYSTEM: Integrating health monitoring features into the myoelectric
prosthetic arm could add valuable functionality, especially for users who may benefit from real-
time health tracking.
▪Improved Sensor Technology: Using more sensitive and accurate EMG sensors for better signal
detection. Multi-channel EMG sensors can provide more detailed control over prosthetic
movements. Integrating touch and pressure sensors for enhanced feedback and grip control.

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CONCLUSION
•Affordable and Functional Solution:
• Demonstrated a viable pathway for low-cost prosthetic arms.
• 3D printing enabled affordable, customizable designs.
• Reduced electronic component costs lowered overall expenses.
•Intuitive EMG-Based Control:
• EMG control enables natural, muscle-driven movements.
• Provides basic functions like grasping and releasing.
• Enhances user independence and quality of life.
•Scalability and Future Potential:
• Local resources and 3D customization for personalized fit.
• Future refinements in EMG processing and user experience.
• Promises affordable prosthetics for low-resource settings.

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REFERENCES
•Prosthetic Arm Control Using Electromyography (EMG) Signal by M D Raju Ahmed &
Ashik Kumar International Conference on Advancement in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
22-24 November, 2018, Gazipur, Bangladesh
•Design and Implementation of an EMG Controlled 3D Printed Prosthetic Arm Nazmus Sakib
and Md kafu islam 2019 IEEE International Conference on Biomedical Engineering, Computer
and Information Technology for Health (BECITHCON) 28-30 November 2019, Dhaka, Bangladesh
•Design and Control of Prosthetic Hand using Myoelectric Signal by P.PonPriya, E.Priya
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sri Sai Ram Engineering College,
West Tambaram, Chennai
•Design and Development of EMG Based Prosthetic Arm Deepika Subramani 2020 6th
International Conference on Advanced Computing & Communication Systems (ICACCS)

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THANK YOU

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