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By:Stefania Sansoni
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The field of prosthetic design is currently mainly focussed on the development of the pragmatic aspects of the prostheses. Academic research of the visual aspect of prosthetic devices is narrow, while being almost absent for below-limb devices. To respond this research gap, the research reported in this thesis focuses on the visual form design of below-knee prosthetic devices (VPD).Visual qualities of prostheses are viewed as a factor connected to the emotional impact in prosthetic users, and a revised concept of prosthetic devices is presented by proposing that prostheses are conceived of as visually attractive products rather than just medical products. This work aims to promote a change in the understanding of visual prosthetic design by providing a holistic overview of aesthetics and emotional design in relation to the visual qualities of prosthetics, as well as a framework for their use in practical applications. Specifically, robotic form for devices is proposed for the promotion of a new and fresh perception of amputation and prosthetics.The research presented in this thesis focuses on the visual form of below-knee prosthetic devices and aims to investigate the prosthetic form. Multiple aspects and fields are involved to offer a wide perspective of the subject: the work starts from a proposed revision of the concept of the subject to the delineation of a new process that incorporates the optimisation of aesthetic qualities of prosthetics for use in prosthetic centres.The primary research contribution is found in the design of a methodology for data collection (adapted version of the RGT) to detect the emotional latent needs of prosthetic users. Secondarily minor research contributions resulting from the exploration of other topics on VPD are also analysed in detail.The main goal of this research is to raise awareness and provide the due recognition to a topic that has been undervalued for long time. VPD is a field with a great potential for both academic and professional investigation and the hope for this work is to promote a change in the approach of prosthetic manufacturing, from specialists in both medical and prosthetic field, to include VPD in the design system.

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