Preliminary Prototyping and Simulations to Explore Mechanical Properties of 3D Printed Materials for Supporting the Human Head
A novel exoskeleton design has been produced that assists the contraction of neck muscles. 3D printing has been employed to reduce costs of manufacturer. The two printing materials employed were Polylatic acid (PLA) and polyethylene terephthalate with carbon (PET-C), and the central spinal cord of the design being Nitrile rubber.