Design and Fabrication Strategies of Auricle Prosthetics Using Additive Manufacturing
摘要
Prostheses are frequently used devices to address the biomechanical requirements of individuals with physical disabilities. The traditional method of making prosthetics or orthotics is a wasteful, lengthy, and laborious process. AM technology has benefits that are able to address these issues. The use of additive manufacturing is growing in Industry 4.0 every day. This research examines how AM technologies are currently being used to create ears, and explores the best design practices through computational methods and biomechanical assessments of product functionality. This research provides a summary of auricle prosthetics creation and manufacturing through additive printing technology. This review examines different approaches for auricle prosthetics, categorizing them into three groups based on techniques. The research concentrates on various additive manufacturing methods, fabrication procedures, and design options for ear prosthetics. The research also examines the categorization of body parts that typically need prosthetics. This research seeks to evaluate the design process, manufacturing approach, protocol, and materials employed in creating ear prosthetics. The results of the research indicate the choice of technique used for fabricating ear prostheses, offering both attractive and cost-effective choices. A structured plan for the AM process is suggested, encompassing the scanning of impacted body areas all the way to the creation of the final customizable product. An established process of the AM technique along with adequate proof of the favorable biomechanical performance of the produced items will encourage the use of AM in prosthetics.