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==Abstract== | ==Abstract== | ||
# This is a mobilization wedge used by physical therapists to perform manual spinal mobilization techniques and other various exercises. The tool size is 2" X 7" X 4". This tool is normally $34.99. A conservative estimate for the price of PLA is $20/kg. 3D print cost is approximately $3.60. I created this tool using FreeCAD. The FreeCAD and stl files are attached. | # This is a mobilization wedge used by physical therapists to perform manual spinal mobilization techniques and other various exercises. The tool size is 2" X 7" X 4". This tool is normally $34.99. A conservative estimate for the price of PLA is $20/kg. 3D print cost is approximately $3.60. I created this tool using FreeCAD. The FreeCAD and stl files are attached. A comparable product can be found at the following link: https://www.massagewarehouse.com/products/original-norsk-mobilization-wedge/?sourcecode=MGKB&gclid=Cj0KCQiAn8nuBRCzARIsAJcdIfMJ0kgB8fLPyBuSM5Vx5t3KBJQYrCx3KFx4gsGrze4RoLeCYbMHASIaAlAKEALw_wcB | ||
# A picture of my completed print is shown to the side. As you can see, the print is incomplete and has poor print quality. This is due to a new calibration issue that has not yet been resolved [[Image:fgaiken_wedge.jpg|200px|right]] | # A picture of my completed print is shown to the side. As you can see, the print is incomplete and has poor print quality. This is due to a new calibration issue that has not yet been resolved [[Image:fgaiken_wedge.jpg|200px|right]] | ||
== Bill of Materials== | == Bill of Materials== | ||
# | # In order to print this device, approximately 180 grams of PLA is needed. | ||
## | ## All CAD and STL files can be found on YouMagine from the following link: https://www.youmagine.com/designs/mobilization-wedge | ||
== Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT== | == Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT== | ||
# [[AthenaII| MOST Delta RepRap]] or similar RepRap 3-D printer | # [[AthenaII| MOST Delta RepRap]] or similar RepRap 3-D printer | ||
== Skills and Knowledge Necessary to Make the OSAT == | == Skills and Knowledge Necessary to Make the OSAT == | ||
* | * No special skills are needed to print this design. | ||
== Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions== | == Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions== | ||
Revision as of 05:18, 5 December 2019
Mobilization Wedge
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Abstract
- This is a mobilization wedge used by physical therapists to perform manual spinal mobilization techniques and other various exercises. The tool size is 2" X 7" X 4". This tool is normally $34.99. A conservative estimate for the price of PLA is $20/kg. 3D print cost is approximately $3.60. I created this tool using FreeCAD. The FreeCAD and stl files are attached. A comparable product can be found at the following link: https://www.massagewarehouse.com/products/original-norsk-mobilization-wedge/?sourcecode=MGKB&gclid=Cj0KCQiAn8nuBRCzARIsAJcdIfMJ0kgB8fLPyBuSM5Vx5t3KBJQYrCx3KFx4gsGrze4RoLeCYbMHASIaAlAKEALw_wcB
- A picture of my completed print is shown to the side. As you can see, the print is incomplete and has poor print quality. This is due to a new calibration issue that has not yet been resolved
Bill of Materials
- In order to print this device, approximately 180 grams of PLA is needed.
- All CAD and STL files can be found on YouMagine from the following link: https://www.youmagine.com/designs/mobilization-wedge
Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT
- MOST Delta RepRap or similar RepRap 3-D printer
Skills and Knowledge Necessary to Make the OSAT
- No special skills are needed to print this design.
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