Development of a Prosthetic Leg for Driving Incorporating EMG Sensor Technology

The prosthetic legs that have become available recently are substantially better, despite their complexity. Unfortunately, the majority of people cannot afford them due to their expensive pricing. Even though low-cost fixed prostheses are available, they only allow very rudimentary movement with an unnatural stride, making driving a vehicle difficult using those legs. This paper outlines approaches for designing an Electromyography-based prototype prosthetic leg that mimics actual human leg movements. Since current prosthetic devices have limited mobility and are prohibitively expensive, the primary objective of this research is to design a cost-effective prosthetic human leg suitable for driving. The design incorporates the use of an Electromyography sensor for high mobility, which is uncommon in commercial products. This research will provide a foundation for further efforts in prosthetic creations.