Abstract:
A large number of people are living with limb loss and need high-tech devices that better
mimic human function. There are two types of limb prosthesis out of which we are focusing
on lower extremity prosthesis. Prosthetic devices can give these people a temporary
solution to help them gain back control of the body. We have proposed a system to control
prosthetic limb through electromyography and nerve stimulation. The ankle allows people
to walk normally. When the user presses against the surface, the prosthetic ankle plantar
flexes and when lifts up dorsiflexion is performed. This will help the user add additional
push off force when walking and gives the user a sense of control over the device. This
research would help millions of people around the world
