Traditional leg prosthetics enable amputees to maintain mobility and lead more active lives. But these prosthetics depend on soft limb tissue to function and can be painful to wear, resulting in awkward walking motion and possible skin infection. To improve the options available to warfighters, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) is partnering with Walter Reed National […]
Using Virtual Reality, Artificial Limbs to ‘CONVEY’ the Power of STEM
Addressing a crowd of middle- and high-school students, the former U.S. Army Soldier discussed how he lost his arm and leg to combat-related injuries—describing the challenges of using prosthetic limbs to brush his teeth or enjoy recreation like swimming. The warfighter then turned the conversation over to his young daughter, who said, “One thing my […]
Wonder Wrap: ONR Developing New Ways to Protect Injured Limbs
The moments after a traumatic limb injury resulting from an explosive blast are critical. Blood is lost, tissue begins to dry and deteriorate, and dirt and harmful bacteria may enter the wound—increasing the risk of infection, limb loss or even death. To combat this threat, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) is sponsoring work to develop a […]