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3-D-printed upya foot prosthetic is 20 times cheaper than conventional

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3-D-printed upya foot prosthetic is 20 times cheaper than conventional Designboom Designed for patients in African and Latin American countries, the upya foot prosthetic is an accessible, efficient solution for those who need it the most. Its name translates to "new beginning" from Swahili, and aims to start that for the wearers. Alongside a unique construction, the design is made economically via 3-D printed parts that can be a assembled in less than five minutes whilst also being adapted to the patient specifically. This all helps the product be between 10-20 times cheaper than a conventional prosthetic limb. READ MORE

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