The Effects of 3D Printing and Open Source on Prosthetics | Lee Cleaveland | TEDxMSU

Lee will be talking about MSU's research in the field of bionics, as well as the progress made in prosthetic technologies through 3D printing. Lee will also speak about the benefits of open sourcing designs and how this has changed the industry and people's lives.
Lee Cleaveland is a student at MSU studying BFA Acting and BA Media & Information. Lee has been acting professionally in Michigan regional theatre for 10+ years and has done a variety of short films, commercials, and voice overs. Despite being born missing his left hand, Lee has found success as a musician and plays ten instruments, notably the guitar and trumpet.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@kalenagy]

wow finally someone who doesn't Romanticize prosthetics and understand the cost factors and woes of badly fitted ones. My question is, what is the beat 3D machine to use to make limbs especially legs?Thanks for doing this frank and accurate presentation from a users perspective.

[@gusfanpoon]

Hii

[@executetrumpfortreason1400]

The bionic prosthetic companies are all about the money not the patient.