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Water Resistant Fairing-Wader
Andrew Vincent
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Auburn University Main Campus
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Description

The purpose of this studio was to design an assistive technology for a client who is disabled.

The goal of the project was to create an aesthetically pleasing cover for a lower leg prosthesis, which was also capable of becoming water resistant with the addition of a latex sock and a rubber thigh cover.

Completed for the Assistive Tech Studio at Auburn University with Professor Jerrod Windham.

Purpose
The purpose of this studio was to design an assistive technology for a client who is disabled. My client had a below the knee amputation and prosthesis which goes along with that. My client described how he liked to go hunting and fishing, but always worried about his expensive prosthesis getting dirty and wet. Additionally, the socket (the part that goes around the residual limb) had an electronic pump on it to create a vacuum in the socket in order to help keep the prosthesis attached to the limb. The goal was to design a solution that would help protect and keep dry, his prosthetic leg.
Solution
The solution arrived at was to design a fairing (a shell that attaches to the prosthesis in two halves) with water resistant gaskets lining the joining edges of the two halves. The fairing would help give the prosthesis a more natural, figurative look, while still providing a sleek modern aesthetic. Additionally, the fairing would help prevent dirt, grime, and wetness from getting to the prosthesis. To help make the fairing more water resistant, an optional latex swim sock and rubber thigh cover could be put on to help prevent dirt, grime, and wetness from getting into the top and bottom of the fairing. The swim sock is held in place and sealed against the fairing by the Ankle Cuff Clasp. The thigh cover wraps around the top of the fairing and prosthesis, and zips up with itself.
Audience
Below knee amputees with prostheses.

Water Resistant Fairing-Wader

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