CURE Prosthetics

CURE

CURE Prosthetics is an EMG controlled prosthetic arm.

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Product description Brand name and product description

CURE Prosthetics is a prosthetic arm that is EMG (Electromyography) sensor controlled. The arm is built through 3D printing by CURE, a startup in Tunisia looking to developed personalized bionic hands for an affordable price. This is combined with virtual reality for physical rehabilitation.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Tunisia

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

CURE

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Estimated at 2500-3000 USD ^{Interview with representative July 2019}

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Life Arm, Bionic hand, Open Bionics Arm, Limitless Solutions, Protesta

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Amputees and healthcenters

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

The prothesis is 3D printed and sensors are added. The arm can be customized to the user. It is manufactured in Tunisia where CURE is based.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Patent pending^{Interview with representative July 2019}

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

The prosthesis can be purchased from CURE, which is looking to develop a business to business model with national and international distributors, government agencies, and hospitals.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Three, having just completed testing phase in July 2019 ^{Interview with representative}

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Craftsmanship required

Skilled/unskilled required ability or training necessary to construct and fit a product for a patient

3D Printing

Patient satisfaction

% of users reporting being satisfied with the product as determined by independent patient studies

In testing phase, final decision emerging currently based upon feedback^{Interview with representative July 2019}

Patient compliance

% of patients reporting daily use of the product as determined by independent patient studies

VR-based therapy system to adjust to arm

Comfort

% of patients reporting comfortable use of product in independent patient studies

Adjustable layer for children during growth, biocompatible arm

Materials

Biocompatible plastic, sensors

Water resistant (yes/no)

No, but exposure resistant

Amputation level

Below the elbow

Weight (kg)

0.6 kg

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

The prosthesis is designed to be affordable and to be manufactured in Tunisia. It is designed for below the elbow/transradial amputees. The arm uses myoelectric sensors and is made of a corn-based plastic.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

CURE provides one month of AR and VR based training for users.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

Replacement components include components such as fingers if needed. For users, replacement components are two batteries.^{Interview with representative}

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

At least three years, currently working to expand to five years ^{Interview with representative}

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Targets include:

Provides versatile movement
Myoelectric
Customizable (color and design)
Ergonomic
Lightweight
Made using ecologically friendly materials
Recyclable

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Completed internal testing July 2019 ^{Interview with representative}

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

Internal testing conducted by CURE ^{Interview with representative}

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

Temperature and water considerations: Cannot be wet, cannot be near fire. No skin allergy concerns ^{Interview with representative}

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

CURE provides AR and VR based training for users.

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

None

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

None

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

Internally tested for weight, comfort, and adjustability.^{Interview with representative}

Other information

None

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Snapshot

Product description Brand name and product description

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Tunisia

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

CURE

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Estimated at 2500-3000 USD ^{Interview with representative July 2019}

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Life Arm, Bionic hand, Open Bionics Arm, Limitless Solutions, Protesta

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Amputees and healthcenters

Manufacturing & delivery

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

The prothesis is 3D printed and sensors are added. The arm can be customized to the user. It is manufactured in Tunisia where CURE is based.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Patent pending^{Interview with representative July 2019}

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

The prosthesis can be purchased from CURE, which is looking to develop a business to business model with national and international distributors, government agencies, and hospitals.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Three, having just completed testing phase in July 2019 ^{Interview with representative}

Performance & use

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Craftsmanship required

Skilled/unskilled required ability or training necessary to construct and fit a product for a patient

3D Printing

Patient satisfaction

% of users reporting being satisfied with the product as determined by independent patient studies

In testing phase, final decision emerging currently based upon feedback^{Interview with representative July 2019}

Patient compliance

% of patients reporting daily use of the product as determined by independent patient studies

VR-based therapy system to adjust to arm

Comfort

% of patients reporting comfortable use of product in independent patient studies

Adjustable layer for children during growth, biocompatible arm

Materials

Biocompatible plastic, sensors

Water resistant (yes/no)

No, but exposure resistant

Amputation level

Below the elbow

Weight (kg)

0.6 kg

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

CURE provides one month of AR and VR based training for users.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

Replacement components include components such as fingers if needed. For users, replacement components are two batteries.^{Interview with representative}

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

At least three years, currently working to expand to five years ^{Interview with representative}

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Targets include:

Provides versatile movement
Myoelectric
Customizable (color and design)
Ergonomic
Lightweight
Made using ecologically friendly materials
Recyclable

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Completed internal testing July 2019 ^{Interview with representative}

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

Internal testing conducted by CURE ^{Interview with representative}

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

Temperature and water considerations: Cannot be wet, cannot be near fire. No skin allergy concerns ^{Interview with representative}

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

CURE provides AR and VR based training for users.

Research & standards

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

None

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

None

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

Internally tested for weight, comfort, and adjustability.^{Interview with representative}

Other information

None

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