Digitally Knitted Smart Knee Brace (VIDEO)

Singapore University of Technology and Design

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The research team led by Assoc Prof Low Hong Yee, Head of Pillar, EPD, used a multi-material 3D printer known as the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) knitting machine to fabricate a smart knee brace. Sensors, interconnects and resistors were integrated within each knit of this brace. Link to video: https://youtu.be/KPlSPtDVs2k

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