Russian developer MaxBionic has introduced new MeHandA and MeHandB bionic hand prostheses, featuring proprietary software.
The high-end MeHandA model is available in two sizes (M and S) and offers 32 grip and gesture options, as well as the ability to create custom movement combinations. The hand can lift loads up to 20 kg with a fully clenched fist. It is equipped with a touch panel for switching grip modes without the need for a smartphone. MeHandA also features a touch-sensitive coating on the little finger for interacting with screens. The model weighs between 470 g (small) and 550 g (large), and the operating temperature range is from –25 to +50 °С.
The budget-friendly MeHandB model is an alternative to a simple three-fingered prosthesis and offers 28 grip and gesture options, as well as the most powerful compression force among similar products on the Russian market. Both models are controlled by muscle contractions, allowing the patient to adjust the compression force, for example, for gently picking berries.
The MeON cloud service has been created for configuring and monitoring the hands, allowing users to manage the devices via mobile devices with Bluetooth, and also provides the ability for remote configuration by a prosthetist. The manufacturing time for the prosthesis is approximately 12 weeks, and the price ranges from 3 to 12 million rubles depending on the model and functionality.
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