... of the stiffener, leading to a heterogeneous structure, which exhibits more efficient and diversified means compared with the traditional way of increasing the HMS density merely. Yu Wang can be contacted at: yuwang@tongji.edu.cn 07 12 2021 22 05 2022 04 07 2022 © Emerald Publishing...

... heterogeneous builds including a range of Shore hardnesses alongside more rigid materials to incorporate functional parts, such as flexible hinges and soft edge features for improved functionality and comfort. Despite the previous studies into AM for lower limb prosthetics and orthotics, the suitability...