Project Overview

The goal of this semester is to develop an auricular prosthesis attachment mechanism that is able to improve on the current design in various aspects of functionality. The design will ensure a strong hold to the surgically implanted abutments while withstanding the stresses of everyday use, but releasing in the presence of excess force. Additionally, the patient will be able to affix and remove the prosthesis with ease.

Team Picture

Images

Files

• Mid-Semester Presentation (October 20, 2009)
• Mid-Semester Report (October 21, 2009)
• PDS (updated 12/09/2009) (December 9, 2009)
• Final Presentation Poster (December 9, 2009)
• Final Report (December 9, 2009)

Contact Information

Team Members

• Marc Egeland - Team Leader
• Nicholas Thate - Communicator
• Paul Fossum - BSAC
• Nicholas Shiley - BWIG

Advisor and Client

• Dr. Willis Tompkins - Advisor
• Mr. Greg Gion - Client

Related Projects

• Fall 2017: Medical Art Prosthetics: Prosthetic ear attachment anchor
• Fall 2011: Passive-locking implant-retained auricular prosthesis attachment
• Spring 2011: Attachment of prosthetic ear to cranial implant abutments
• Fall 2010: Attachment of prosthetic ear to cranial implant abutments
• Spring 2010: Attachment of Prosthetic Ear to Cranial Implant Abutments
• Fall 2009: Attachment of prosthetic ear to cranial implant abutments