Mobilization Wedge
Project developed by User:Fgaiken
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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 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
- A picture of the design is shown below :
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: [1]
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.
Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions
- There are no assembly instructions. This is a one piece print and it does not require the use of supports when printing. The print however does need to withstand the weight of a person. For that reason, an infill of at least 25% is recommended.
- A conservative print time estimate is 9 hours.
- There is no assembly time.
Common Problems and Solutions
- A common problem would be printing with too small of an infill percentage and the part not being strong enough.
Cost savings
- This tool is normally $34.99. A conservative estimate for the price of PLA is $20/kg. The print is estimated at 180 grams. 3D print cost is approximately $3.60.
- A commercial equivalent product can be found at the following link: [2]
- The cost savings is $31.39 per unit. This is a 972% cost savings.
Benefited Internet Communities
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References
- The sources of information (e.g. engineering handbooks, journal articles, government documents, webpages, books, magazine articles etc.). References should use the <ref> </ref> and <references/> tags and can be in any format but should include all the information necessary for someone else to find the same information you did. For example: [1]
- ↑ web page: Department of Energy (DOE) Landscaping and Energy Efficiency, DOE/GO-10095 (1995) Available: http://www.eren.doe.gov/erec/factsheets/landscape.html
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