@ARTICLE{10.21494/ISTE.OP.2024.1219, 

TITLE={Automated Workflow of the Re-Design and Topology Optimization of a Wrist Hand Splint for Additive}, 
  
AUTHOR={M. Farih
, M. Ouardouz, }, 
	
JOURNAL={Uncertainties and Reliability of Multiphysical Systems}, 
	
VOLUME={8}, 

NUMBER={Issue 1}, 
	
YEAR={2024}, 

URL={https://openscience.fr/Automated-Workflow-of-the-Re-Design-and-Topology-Optimization-of-a-Wrist-Hand}, 
	
DOI={10.21494/ISTE.OP.2024.1219}, 
	
ISSN={2514-569X}, 
	
ABSTRACT={In recent years, additive manufacturing has emerged as a revolutionary technology, opening up new design possibilities. In this article, we examine the redesign and optimization of a wrist splint topology for additive manufacturing techniques. By taking advantage of the capabilities of this advanced manufacturing method. This study proposes to improve the functionality, ergonomics and overall performance of the wrist splint. The design process includes customized measurements based on CT scan or 3d scan, 3D modeling, and simulation to ensure optimal fit and structural integrity of the device. After finite element analysis, we evaluate the mechanical properties of the topologically optimized design. The results confirm that the proposed approach offers significant improvements in raw material consumption while maintaining the strength and ventilation required for patient comfort. Compared with the solid splint, the weight of the optimized wrist and hand splint is reduced by 46%.}}