Update on Brace

The hooks on our last brace did not print properly, so we had to modify our idea slightly. We have added little blocks with holes in order to hook something else to/through. Once this is printed, we will post a picture in the visual log.

Brace being printed

Our newest brace is in the process of being printed. We have added hooks onto the top part for our stretching system.

City as our Campus Update

We have scheduled a second meeting with Steve Karas on February 22nd at 8:15am.

Second Prototype

We have made a few minor changes following the print we made last week. Our new brace is being printed right now. Photos of the brace on inventor are posted in the visual log.

Updated Brace

Our newest prototype is in the process of being printed. The changes that we have made include: modified straps in order to take the brace on and off, and a new system for the brace to be able to lock in different positions. Once the brace is fully printed, we will post a photo of the brace in the visual log.

Icy Hot Smart Relief

We have purchased an Icy Hot smart relief pad to work with and incorporate into our brace. We have tried it out on a peers shoulder, and it worked exceptionally well. It caused a tingly sensation throughout the shoulder and applied heat to the areas in pain. We will now work with our brace and the pad together in attempt to have them work cohesively.

Next Steps

Our next steps are based off of the feedback that we received from Mr. Karas. We will first make the brace be able to lock at a 90º angle. Then as we think about how we want to make the brace bend back to stretch and test the strength of your knee, we will work with putting straps onto the brace in order to easily take the brace on and off of your knee. We will then start to apply the heating pad until we find the perfect way in which we want to insert it. We will be doing a lot of research throughout as we continue to move forward in our project.