DESCRIPTION
KalArm is a Medical-Robots from Makers Hive. It is built for Material-Handling, Rehabilitation, Helping. Key figures: 8 kg payload.
KalArm is a myoelectric bionic hand from Makers Hive for people with below-elbow upper-limb amputations. It was designed and developed in Hyderabad as a lower-cost Indian alternative to imported bionic hands, and is named after Dr A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. EMG sensors embedded in a forearm socket that is made for each user read the electrical signals of the muscles in the residual limb, and motorised fingers turn those signals into grips. The hand offers 18 pre-defined grip patterns plus 6 grips the user can define. The shell is 3D printed and the outer panels can be customised in colour and finish. The hand can lift up to 8 kg and runs on a rechargeable 2,850 mAh battery. It pairs over Bluetooth with the KalAssist app for Android and iOS, which shows battery charge, monitors the sensors and motors and delivers over-the-air firmware updates. Makers Hive says two versions of the hand have been built and features user testimonials on its site.
FEATURES
- Myoelectric bionic hand for below-elbow upper-limb amputees
- EMG sensors embedded in the socket read residual-limb muscle signals
- Motorised fingers
- 18 pre-defined grip patterns
- 6 user-customisable grips
- Lifting capacity up to 8 kg
- 2,850 mAh rechargeable battery
- charge level shown in the app
- Over-the-air firmware updates
- KalAssist mobile app for Android and iOS over Bluetooth
- App monitors battery health, sensor function and motors
- 3D-printed, lightweight construction
- Forearm socket made for each user
- Customisable outer shells and panels (colour and finish)
- Two versions of the hand developed (company figure)
- Designed and developed in Hyderabad, India
- Maker is ISO 13485:2016 certified (company statement)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Payload | 8 kg |
|---|---|
| Materials | 3D-printed polymer shell, Customisable outer panels |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Other |
| Environment | Worn daily by the user, indoors and outdoors |
| Actuators | Electric motors driven by myoelectric (EMG) signals |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | 2850 mAh |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | EMG (electromyography) sensors |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth to the KalAssist app (Android and iOS); over-the-air firmware updates |
| Software / AI | KalAssist mobile app: grip settings, battery and performance monitoring, firmware updates |
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Payload | 8 kg |
|---|---|
| Materials | 3D-printed polymer shell, Customisable outer panels |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Other |
| Environment | Worn daily by the user, indoors and outdoors |
| Actuators | Electric motors driven by myoelectric (EMG) signals |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | 2850 mAh |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | EMG (electromyography) sensors |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth to the KalAssist app (Android and iOS); over-the-air firmware updates |
| Software / AI | KalAssist mobile app: grip settings, battery and performance monitoring, firmware updates |
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the KalArm?
KalArm is a myoelectric bionic hand from Makers Hive for people with below-elbow upper-limb amputations. It was designed and developed in Hyderabad as a lower-cost Indian alternative to imported bionic hands, and is named after Dr A. P. J. Abdul Kalam.
Who makes the KalArm?
The KalArm is made by Makers Hive, a robotics company based in India.
How much does the KalArm cost?
Makers Hive has not publicly announced pricing for the KalArm. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the KalArm used for?
The KalArm is designed for material-handling, rehabilitation, and helping. It is used in consumer and healthcare settings.
What is the payload capacity of the KalArm?
The KalArm has a payload capacity of 8 kg.
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