Check out the Awesome things I Can Do With My Prosthetic Hand!

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.ย. 2024
  • This video is in response from my subs wanting to see me use my hand to do everyday tasks. lmk what you think.
    Here's the link to a question that is being asked quite often. "How'd I lose my fingers?"
    there's literally a video titled How I lost my fingers. the story start about 7 minutes in, but its a pretty good video. • How I lost my fingers....
    As always, big thanks to my Patreons, you guys are awesome!
    Thanks for Watching!
    If you are planning on any resin based projects or are needing silicone to cast your residual limb to fabricate a socket. go to Alumilite and use forge10 at checkout for 10% off your order.
    I also have an Amazon link, and here it is! It helps me out a little if you click on this link and then checkout with whatever is in your cart.
    amzn.to/3vr90Be
    Please support me on Patreon at: / iandavis
    Instagram at:
    / acmeworksfab
    finally a tic tok!
    vm.tiktok.com/...
    I also have a website that I don't update very often, but it has a lot of my old projects on it. forgeprostheti...

ความคิดเห็น • 12K

  • @jarlsunshot5542
    @jarlsunshot5542 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3509

    This man is an actual certified badass. Imagine losing most of your hand, and still being able to build yourself a new hand that functions this well- WITH ONE HAND
    Edit: 3.1K Likes?! Thanks everyone!!

    • @coleslaw9061
      @coleslaw9061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      Imagine his power with the artificial hand, he will be unmatched

    • @Xeno455
      @Xeno455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      He's basically Dr. Gero from dragon ball.

    • @pcab5332
      @pcab5332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Literally Guts from Berserk

    • @jigniishvids9181
      @jigniishvids9181 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This comment might be a joke but the guy *did* say he had an "old device" perhaps he used to that prosthetic to hold pieces together while he screws with his other hand

    • @jarlsunshot5542
      @jarlsunshot5542 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@jigniishvids9181 yes, allow me to correct myself- one proper hand. Of course he wore the old model.

  • @maxkordon
    @maxkordon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4579

    People tend to really underestimate how important minute dexterity is

    • @missingpartsclub
      @missingpartsclub  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1958

      you really do, whats cool is when i stop thinking about it and just do, like when i had natural hands. then you catch yourself and it's like wait, what?

    • @KeinZantezuken
      @KeinZantezuken 2 ปีที่แล้ว +412

      Dont even need to lose palm for that, carpal or RSI injury will have a similar effect. Some people dream of mansions or luxury cars, I dream of being able to use my hand with the same precision as before and without pain.

    • @emiliofahr504
      @emiliofahr504 2 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      @@missingpartsclub Dude, I'm so happy for you. What an awesome set of skills you have to make something so amazing.

    • @fukumarkzuckerburg
      @fukumarkzuckerburg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +110

      @@missingpartsclub im quite curious ; are you planning to sell prosthetics at one point? i have several colleagues who would pay half their life savings just for one of your prototypes, lol

    • @isaacgraff8288
      @isaacgraff8288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@missingpartsclub it is amazing watching the progression.

  • @DeathAngel135
    @DeathAngel135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1378

    The more you're able to unconsciously and unintentionally start using something naturally is the moment you know you're on the right path. That's something that I would be so excited about when testing a design. Being able to experience that second hand bliss is a m a z i n g. Congrats

    • @Bakanineinstein
      @Bakanineinstein 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @Tin The things you take for granted until they all but consume your mind...

    • @arkhaic1792
      @arkhaic1792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      literal second hand

  • @petrektek1385
    @petrektek1385 ปีที่แล้ว +360

    "without really thinking about it". That's a hell of a goal, man, that's called freedom. Much respect!

    • @GiratinasRisingRenegades
      @GiratinasRisingRenegades 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes and hopefully not afraid to read comic books or watch sci-fi action movies and shows with heroes and villains taking each other on that have this kind of feature.

  • @Psychx_
    @Psychx_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1715

    This might actually be the most advanced and functional partial hand prosthesic avaiable world wide! The fact that it's purely mechanical makes it even more awesome.

    • @0neDoomedSpaceMarine
      @0neDoomedSpaceMarine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +173

      Wait, it's purely mechanical? It's just motivated by his muscles? Here I thought these were just *really* good motors!

    • @justsomenamelesssoul8097
      @justsomenamelesssoul8097 2 ปีที่แล้ว +154

      @@0neDoomedSpaceMarine yeah, it's completely mechanical

    • @silaswiebe7980
      @silaswiebe7980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      @@0neDoomedSpaceMarine there are clutch bearings in the digits which allows them to lock in position like that

    • @RichyN25
      @RichyN25 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      It's not available world wide, he built it himself

    • @kyubayas
      @kyubayas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      @@RichyN25 I think they just meant “in the world”

  • @zenmelodyy
    @zenmelodyy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1876

    When you picked up the single almond was actually super impressive. Having had someone go through physical therapy to be able to move their hand properly I know how difficult it was for them. But you did that with a prosthetic hand and I am just absolutely blown away! You're awesome!

    • @Felix-dh9tl
      @Felix-dh9tl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Damn that dude is like anakin skywalker

    • @CostaCola
      @CostaCola 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Cute fursona c:

    • @owenjohnson8894
      @owenjohnson8894 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @AndrewWithEase11 11 bruh

    • @Maber610
      @Maber610 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @AndrewWithEase11 11 must be sad to be you

    • @zenmelodyy
      @zenmelodyy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @AndrewWithEase11 11 I never said it was me or that they picked up almonds. Don't be rude

  • @ubabes._
    @ubabes._ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1248

    You don’t understand guys. I remember watching this guy back when he started this experiment and it puts a tremendous smile on my face seeing how much he has progressed. This is actually amazing, in fact I’m at a loss of words to describe it probably. And hearing about how u just naturally started using ur prosthetic arm to steer the wheel is fucking heartwarming. Thanks for sharing ur progress man

    • @tulirongtuliro
      @tulirongtuliro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Now I remember when I saw this guy.

    • @blakesaywhat6729
      @blakesaywhat6729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yeah I guess TH-cam knows I wanna see this guy succeed so they keep me up to date, so happy for this guy and his progress

    • @wolfslayer44
      @wolfslayer44 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ive been watching for quite a bit too. Its rather fascinating!

    • @mutecanvas3509
      @mutecanvas3509 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same. His first model is almost nothing like the one here. This one is different, borderline revolutionary in how mechanically compatible it is with his hand.

    • @thegamingdogwr
      @thegamingdogwr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So did he cut off 4 of his fingers ? I can't tell cuz he doesn't show a still image

  • @medicgamin
    @medicgamin 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +308

    The fact that this dude built this with one hand is insane.

    • @ArtemSayapov
      @ArtemSayapov 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      He could've hired a mechanic to construct it, but I bet the designs he had to make himself.

    • @JoJo-qh8ix
      @JoJo-qh8ix 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      ​@@ArtemSayapovwith one hand

    • @BeenThere-tn6xs
      @BeenThere-tn6xs 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Literally

    • @Spy_amogus-HEVOX_TF2
      @Spy_amogus-HEVOX_TF2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Medic tf2?

    • @medicgamin
      @medicgamin 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Spy_amogus-HEVOX_TF2 Spy among us

  • @OiranDaki
    @OiranDaki 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1882

    This is historical. So inspiring to be alive at the same time as the man who built his own functional mechanical hand.

    • @longbow6416
      @longbow6416 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I'm getting Evil Dead vibes when Ash makes his prosthetic hand :)

    • @adonaiyah2196
      @adonaiyah2196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What a time to be alive 😅

    • @Charlie-hv3dh
      @Charlie-hv3dh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True

    • @ZNotFound
      @ZNotFound 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I built this hand with my own hand.

    • @madmorgo6233
      @madmorgo6233 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Proud to be the same species NGL. How absolutely fckn amazing

  • @keefjunior4061
    @keefjunior4061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28506

    Holy smokes! Your engineering and execution on these mechanical hands is nothing short of amazing and awe inspiring.

    • @kingpen
      @kingpen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      What he said~!

    • @kingpen
      @kingpen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Truly inspiring for anyone who wants to be an engineer ~😁

    • @alexbirdwell7299
      @alexbirdwell7299 2 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      And i love the steam-punk but super robust look of it. I really hope that this somehow picks up more popularity.

    • @adem_a006
      @adem_a006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      And he was able to make that with only 1 hand

    • @unknown-vs7eo
      @unknown-vs7eo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree

  • @israelgarcia7269
    @israelgarcia7269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3508

    Watching you pick up that peanut has got to be one of the coolest things I've ever seen. (Okay, that sounds weird, but you know what I mean) Outside of CGI movie prosthetics and million dollar projects, that kind of control and articulation just plain doesn't exist. You are a genius. The fact that this is all mechanical makes it that much more insane. Well done Ian.

    • @fingergunaddict
      @fingergunaddict 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      They're almonds :/

    • @throwaway9347
      @throwaway9347 2 ปีที่แล้ว +215

      @@fingergunaddict thank you! I can finally live my life knowing they were almonds and not peanuts!

    • @Herobrine90nove
      @Herobrine90nove 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      @@throwaway9347 based

    • @lonknight3197
      @lonknight3197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Sorry I am new to channel did he design and build that hand himself? If so thats incredible. Hopefully he will put the design schematic on the net for everyone who needs one to make one also it helps the people making robots for various jobs.

    • @israelgarcia7269
      @israelgarcia7269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +166

      @@lonknight3197 So, yeah. He lost all the digits on his left hand except his thumb several years ago. And when he saw both the pricetag and functionability of existing prosthetics, he basically said screw it, I can make my own. He has gone through a bunch of different designs over the years, including hands for specific aplications(e.g. drill hand, bow hand, ect.) They keep getting better too. I don't think he posts anything, simply because the hands he makes are literally molded to whats left of his hand, meaning that they wouldn't fit anyone else. But he often tries to explain the mechanism so that others can replicate the idea.

  • @preacherofmusic
    @preacherofmusic 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +49

    From the moment I understood the weakness of my flesh-
    Memes aside, very cool dude! I only just got here and haven't seen other versions, but as a fan of all things mechanical and prosthetic, I'm glad you've made something so functional and have regained use of your hand.

  • @genericytprofile852
    @genericytprofile852 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1273

    This is amazing. You are the literal steampunk, gearpunk technician who augments his own body. The journey you've been through, rebuilding yourself and regaining abilities you once had is nothing short of book material. So happy to see this work out for you!

    • @genericscout5408
      @genericscout5408 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      it's not an augmentation, but a clear downgrade from nature. It's cool though.

    • @isnortjarsofdirt6004
      @isnortjarsofdirt6004 2 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      @@genericscout5408 I mean, its not like he can regenerate his fingers, so this is the next best option

    • @zera2314
      @zera2314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@genericscout5408 what a weird thing to say. Were you trying to take a dig at the creator of the prosthetic, or the original commenter here?
      Either way, your comment achieved nothing outside of being rude.

    • @platogkrone7161
      @platogkrone7161 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@zera2314 It was not rude, it was blunt, and not trying to "take a dig" at anything.
      I'll be honest, your reaction reminds me all too much of the average Twitter user, looking for something to be "righteously" offended by.

    • @matthewphillips1890
      @matthewphillips1890 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@platogkrone7161 Lol fuck no, it was incredibly rude.

  • @roadsidecamper
    @roadsidecamper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1111

    The way you're able to incorporate this device seemingly effortlessly with day to day functions makes this pretty amazing.

  • @rytlocknroll
    @rytlocknroll 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16114

    What’s funny is this guy’s hand looks more innovative and twice as cooler than the products produced by larger companies.

    • @rock.69420
      @rock.69420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +464

      Yep, exactly

    • @hermesl9884
      @hermesl9884 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1540

      you see the reason for this is that their is actually company wise a monopoly on prosthetics they don't want tot make large leaps in bounds in technology due to the fact that they already charge basically the most they physically can for prosthetics so if they greatly increased their current ones quickly they would either have to make the price so high no one could by it or charge it at the same price and people would ask why did the last model have so much less functionality but be priced the same. so they have slowed development to a crawl so they can excuse making every new type the same price if that makes since. (don't really know how to explain what i have been told)

    • @rytlocknroll
      @rytlocknroll 2 ปีที่แล้ว +275

      @@hermesl9884 They could just make their high-end product more affordable even to those with missing appendages. That way those who are in need of it can obtain said product.

    • @hermesl9884
      @hermesl9884 2 ปีที่แล้ว +804

      @@rytlocknroll but my dear fried that would imply companies care about the people i too have asked why not just make it more afford able to everyone but they just don't. it is just another necessity of life for a certain group of people that there is a choke hold on like a lot of the medical industry with insulin or epilepsy medications. for in the eyes of companies if you can't pay top dollar why should they care about you.

    • @doodleboi7034
      @doodleboi7034 2 ปีที่แล้ว +96

      :(

  • @larcen6206
    @larcen6206 ปีที่แล้ว +757

    We are literally 2 generations away from becoming the futuristic cyberpunk world we all love and fear. Amazing work!

    • @Green_Bean_Machine
      @Green_Bean_Machine ปีที่แล้ว +12

      less than 2

    • @estroaye
      @estroaye ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@Green_Bean_Machine I guess we are closer to first gen cyberpunk than we really think

    • @zombieseatflesh7
      @zombieseatflesh7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Not really. In the united states, innovation is slowing down as companies would rather resell the same product at an increased price.

    • @raylenn4444
      @raylenn4444 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      ​@@zombieseatflesh7 in the IS, maybe....but the US are the lead in the field of prosthetic ms and robotics to begin with.
      That would be the japanese.

    • @user-ee6lk1pb6w
      @user-ee6lk1pb6w ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Oh boy. I can't wait until it becomes a buggy mess just like the game

  • @Berd
    @Berd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3517

    this is so cool wtf?

  • @potatoboi5769
    @potatoboi5769 2 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    This is frickin insane, this man lost his hand, said "you know what, I'm just gonna biuld a new one, it can't be that hard right?" Then proceeds to biuld a robot hand that works almost identically to a regular hand. And he did this diy style with one hand. This is by far the most badass thing I have ever seen.

    • @juliakeeton6953
      @juliakeeton6953 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t think the guy builds it himself

    • @Fractal_32
      @Fractal_32 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@juliakeeton6953 He has shown how to make parts of it, I haven’t watched much but it seems like he does quite a bit if not all of it. I feel the whole process can be done with one hand, you just need to be creative with how you design and assemble the prosthetic.

  • @123happily
    @123happily 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1164

    Watching this as someone who has never touched engineering and has more interest in art, the way your prosthetic moves because of the different weight distribution is fascinating. I’m also impressed at how much you could improve with one new rendition

    • @randy3444
      @randy3444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      i could argue that this IS art, art is an expression of oneself or an expression of an idea, he is using his engineering skills to express himself through the prosthetic hand, the fact it’s actually useful and has practical uses is just a major side benefit lol, and ofc in the process he is becoming one with it

    • @lordfelidae4505
      @lordfelidae4505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is art of engineering.

    • @ZaveAres
      @ZaveAres 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah cuz this isn't art? Utterly ridiculous.

    • @sethyork1164
      @sethyork1164 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its basically industrial design. Its taught in art schools and deals with the design of mechanical systems to accomodate for ergonomics and aesthetics

    • @maxkornbluth4055
      @maxkornbluth4055 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ZaveAres Its art with alot more math involved

  • @gabood
    @gabood ปีที่แล้ว +293

    I think it’s amazing how you’ve taken something unfortunate like losing a large part of your hand, and innovated your own prosthetic solutions. It’s really cool dude keep going.

  • @bepisman8852
    @bepisman8852 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1286

    This series is one of the single most incredible things I have ever seen. The fact that you were able to create not just one but two mechanical hands that function better than most cybernetic limbs that I've seen absolutely takes my breath away. I wish you the utmost of luck on all of your endeavours and may the god of engineering ever be on your side.

    • @marcustegtmeier
      @marcustegtmeier 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      He has made more than two :D

    • @Sub5_77
      @Sub5_77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Omnissiah is watching him with great interest

    • @suntzu4545
      @suntzu4545 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey, question. How do people control prosthetic hands?

    • @corneliusmcmuffin3256
      @corneliusmcmuffin3256 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@suntzu4545 *”with your hands”*
      - Sun Tzu

    • @zzodysseuszz
      @zzodysseuszz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@corneliusmcmuffin3256 no really

  • @ShortHax
    @ShortHax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2380

    It’s amazing how far technology has advanced. They should sell these at a second-hand store

  • @davidgarcia2016
    @davidgarcia2016 2 ปีที่แล้ว +635

    He's become too powerful… He can pick up peanuts now, imagine what he will do in a month or a year. All jokes aside as an Engineer myself every video lefts me in admiration for the pure mechanical mastery from your prosthetic many modern engineers would have tried to go the software/mechanical approach keep it up man I'm looking forward to your next videos

    • @fingergunaddict
      @fingergunaddict 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      They're almonds :/

    • @P3DR0877
      @P3DR0877 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      ​@@fingergunaddict who cares other then u

    • @chrishayes5755
      @chrishayes5755 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      imagine combining the mechanical with electrical. controlling the mechanisms very precisely using AI, or clicking sounds.

    • @klyk69
      @klyk69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@P3DR0877 why so aggressive

    • @buillioncubes
      @buillioncubes 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He will soon be able to pick up atoms.

  • @whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyry
    @whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyry 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    the machine is an extension of the flesh. flesh is weak, metal is eternal. This is exactly what should await us in the foreseeable horizon. This is the only way we will get rid of prejudices and disputes. The Omnissiah is proud of this man.

  • @rikingg5629
    @rikingg5629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +972

    it feels like a miracle, this makes me so happy that a person could put in this much dedication into something this important

  • @PumkRock
    @PumkRock 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1236

    This is amazing. The part about picking up small objects was particularly interesting.
    People REALLY underestimate how complex the most basic natural functions of the human hand actually are if you attempt to replicate them artificially.
    I work in heavy industry- for long, unsociable hours.
    I'm very careful, but even so losing fingers, or even an entire hand is a constant worry for me- and the most mundane concerns are always the sharpest.
    How would I roll cigarettes? How would I ride my motorcycle? How could I play video games?
    One day, when technology has advanced to a point where people would willingly "upgrade" from their natural anatomy for machine parts- people like this guy should be given the highest end gear in recognition of being cyborgs before it was cool and easy.

    • @Gamexoozi
      @Gamexoozi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This some cyberpunk zhit

    • @jexusdomel5194
      @jexusdomel5194 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I mean, being a cyborg is pretty cool now

    • @JimmehRulez
      @JimmehRulez 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Richard

    • @mustafa7611
      @mustafa7611 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      is that u jacket ?

    • @mavimeth5385
      @mavimeth5385 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That wont be necessary.Limb regeneration is possible read the Body Electric by Robert O. Becker

  • @jacksonterry4273
    @jacksonterry4273 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1265

    Dude, I could never do anything like this, but what you’re doing is fan-friggin-tastic!

    • @thatguy8777
      @thatguy8777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      The thing about a skill, such as engineering, is that it gets built up overtime. If someone started engineering 10 years ago, today there skill would be multiplied by magnitudes. You too can be as good an engineer as Mr Davis if you put in the time and effort he did. Don't sell yourself short, your potential to grow is only as great as your willingness to learn.

    • @allgunsblazed9106
      @allgunsblazed9106 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@thatguy8777 holy Jesus absolute life lessons being given away.

    • @Andy-413
      @Andy-413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Necessity is the mother of invention. You think you couldn't do something like this now, but if you were in his position, maybe you could.

    • @FranciumBoron
      @FranciumBoron 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@thatguy8777 Nah, too much pretentious positivity for my taste.

  • @raven3946
    @raven3946 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Sometimes I want a hand like that but then remember how good it is to have 10 fingers but still… it looks so cool !

  • @NicholasJeffery
    @NicholasJeffery 2 ปีที่แล้ว +931

    The fact that you mentioned that you just naturally grabbed the steering wheel with the prosthetic and drove home is an amazing achievement!

    • @nickcsuki8123
      @nickcsuki8123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yeah, can you imagine? Must be an amazing feeling...

    • @G_de_Coligny
      @G_de_Coligny 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Yup, the moment you don’t think about it anymore is usually a major milestone…

    • @ForumLight
      @ForumLight 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We praise the intelligence behind a prosthetic hand (and so we should), but then pretend the real hand, far superior is not proof of God. Everyone needs to seek and find the truth of life: God, and the peace that comes from God living in that truth. The world tries to give peace through circumstances - God gives peace in spite of circumstances. And then on to eternal life, life God intended, with no more disease, suffering or deeaath. The world is and always has been lost. Live for eternity - not for pleasures here for a time, only to lose our souls for lifetime of sinning and refusing God / Jesus Christ offer to forgive and forget. ....

    • @Blk9698
      @Blk9698 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ForumLight haha i didnt see the God switch coming

    • @Nombrenooriginal
      @Nombrenooriginal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ForumLight it was necessary to put God here?

  • @piratenerdz1602
    @piratenerdz1602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +713

    I know everyone's impressed by this man's drive, which i am too don't get me wrong, but can we talk about the technology here?? This is amazing! We're getting closer and closer to fully functional prosthetics every day

    • @Roach_Dogg_JR
      @Roach_Dogg_JR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      Most interesting think is there’s no actual electronics in it, it’s all mechanics and new manufacturing techniques.

    • @BVK.
      @BVK. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@Roach_Dogg_JR Its "prosthetic" for a reason
      And yeah, it's BEYOND impressive without the use of electronics, imagine the risk you had, but I'm sure it will be used at some part, but I'm not sure.

    • @nikkan3810
      @nikkan3810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@Roach_Dogg_JR That's the joke tho, fully analog prosthetic is more functional than the one on servos and electricity, cuz it does not have to accomodate batteries and motors, and they take up all the space in those common ones. Without that of course it comes down to incredible manufacturing complexity. This probably has more moving parts than 10 motorized hands lmao. Works better too. We really do rely on electricity a bit too much these days.

    • @Roach_Dogg_JR
      @Roach_Dogg_JR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@nikkan3810 well I mean mechanical hands can only go so far before hitting a limit. Electronic prosthetics have the potential to recreate touching sensations and allow for the brain to directly control motors, 2 things that will help the hand feel less like a tool and more like a real hand.

    • @AndreiAgpasa
      @AndreiAgpasa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      it's about drive

  • @liamzechar8005
    @liamzechar8005 2 ปีที่แล้ว +722

    I love that it’s completely mechanical. For anybody that knows how hard it is to design a prosthetic your time and effort it really shows through on this you’ve done an amazing job

  • @Ok-_-719
    @Ok-_-719 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Being able to do activities "without thinking much about it" with that new hand more and more is amazing, dude! Congrats on the progress!

  • @FreedomsLife1776
    @FreedomsLife1776 2 ปีที่แล้ว +314

    Mr.Davis: you’re one of the most phenomenal engineers alive. Also probably the most emotionally strong and mature dude I’ve ever seen. Thank you so much for sharing all of this with us; it’s an amazing treat every time.

  • @nthjcksn
    @nthjcksn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +515

    This was definitely cool to watch. I never knew prosthetic tech was starting to get more futuristic.
    I wanted to say "hands on" but it's literally a hand...

    • @jaredgarden2455
      @jaredgarden2455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Well this prosthetic specifically isnt something available to anyone else.
      He designed and built it himself.
      It also operates without any electrical power and purely through movement and muscle control with his wrist.

    • @bogi1
      @bogi1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This isn't futuristic at all

    • @AxxLAfriku
      @AxxLAfriku 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      SUPRISE! I am the funniest YTer evah!!!! Just kidding, it was no surprise. Everybody knew already. HAHAHHAHA!!!! That was an amazing joke (it was real talk though). WAWAWAWAWA!!!! Good afternoon, dear big

    • @kadawedavid7128
      @kadawedavid7128 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@AxxLAfriku you good axxl? you don't look too good this past few months.

    • @Ferrari255GTO
      @Ferrari255GTO 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaredgarden2455 wait, it's fully mechanical? That's actually insane, im surprised this man's brain fits in his own head

  • @Avlys101
    @Avlys101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1015

    As an aerospace engineer - great engineering problem solving whilst keeping aesthetics at this level is phenomenally difficult. Superb achievement. I’m sure you will build a Luke skywalker hand in no time. Cheering loudly for you sir. Subscribed !

    • @secretname2670
      @secretname2670 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      You are an aerospace engineer? Name every aerospace

    • @rohankishibe8259
      @rohankishibe8259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@secretname2670 hah got'em

    • @liamailiam
      @liamailiam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@secretname2670 hehehe checkmate

    • @Bluesonofman
      @Bluesonofman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I rather we work on projects that allow people to regrow their limbs

    • @secretname2670
      @secretname2670 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Bluesonofman yea sure, post your most recent experiments and major thesis!

  • @alkain00
    @alkain00 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    That is an amazing build! It is heartwarming to see how you've tackled this life changing event with your ingenuity and crafting skills! Keep up the amazing work, Ian!

  • @pineapplepie4929
    @pineapplepie4929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +576

    watching this made me think of all the small things people with whole limbs take advantage of without even thinking, this is incredibly educational, well made and ridiculously cool

    • @friend7681
      @friend7681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      On god

    • @driftingwolf0
      @driftingwolf0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I fear this might be a gateway for really stupid people to want to intentionally get mechanical limbs

    • @hwanniggles187
      @hwanniggles187 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Take advantage of? Bro this guy just happened to be dealt a bad card in life. Its awesome that hes able to create something that will help many but dont go trying to guilt trip anyone when thats not the intention

  • @unimprezzedmclastname4220
    @unimprezzedmclastname4220 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1438

    Insurance: "Fingers aren't medically necessary."
    Ian Davis: "I'm gonna do what's called a pro-gamer move."
    Also Ian Davis: [Designs articulating metal prosthetic that gives him near full functionality of his left hand while also making him look like a goddamn terminator]

    • @bigboomer6993
      @bigboomer6993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      He is a cyborg now

    • @Numquamnonparatus320
      @Numquamnonparatus320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      US insurance is a scam

    • @ramitas6934
      @ramitas6934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Imagine Getting punched by him

    • @yourdreams2440
      @yourdreams2440 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This was the cringiest comment ive ever read.

    • @caseyhall2320
      @caseyhall2320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@Numquamnonparatus320 yes, it fecken is. It should legit be a crime with how it's operated. I don't know how it got this far and bad without people in power going "wait a second."

  • @QahnaarinDovah
    @QahnaarinDovah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1101

    This is literally revolutionary tech that you’re designing. The precision, different levels of grip strength, and natural ease of use is just incredible! Plus it looks awesome

    • @v_crimson77
      @v_crimson77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      If he sold it he would get millions lol, and help many out

    • @poweroftruth9258
      @poweroftruth9258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      The Bible says in John 3:16-36 that whoever believes in the Lord Jesus Christ shall not perish but have everlasting life, the Bible also says in Romans 10:9 that those who declare with their mouth that Jesus Christ is their God, Lord, and Savior they shall be saved. Revelation 1:8 says that Jesus is the alpha and the omega. Luke and revelation is the ending times, and Jesus is returning back. So are you going to submit your life to him or no? Narrow is the path that leads to the gates of heaven, but only few people find it. The gates that is the path to destruction is where many people find it! Jesus loves you SO MUCH! That he died on the cross, and was resurrected from the dead 3 days later to give us eternal life.

    • @bishophavel9048
      @bishophavel9048 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      @@poweroftruth9258 I mean sure... but let's give this man credit... made a hand out of metal.

    • @poweroftruth9258
      @poweroftruth9258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@bishophavel9048 yes it’s amazing

    • @v_crimson77
      @v_crimson77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@poweroftruth9258 I mean- I'm more Nordic

  • @wolfofsheeps
    @wolfofsheeps 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    We need more creative/innovative people like him. Mad Respect Sir, God bless you! Keep up the great work.

  • @Harper8551
    @Harper8551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +474

    As someone who's been folding origami for 9 years, I can't imagine what I'd do if I lost even a few fingers. I'm fascinated by your prosthetic hand! It gives me a sense of hope that not all would be lost if I were in your situation.

    • @Hollow_Psyche
      @Hollow_Psyche 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      i like to play fps games (i am very bad at then) and i cant imagine my life without my fingers

    • @BVK.
      @BVK. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Hollow_Psyche I don't like fps games, but in general, without fingers, it's very limiting to things we can do😔

    • @raphaelturtle4146
      @raphaelturtle4146 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All would absolutely be lost. You're not folding cranes with those things. But it is a very very cool device none the less.

    • @kinga1925
      @kinga1925 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      man that's impressive do you get any sleep how do you do that man? folding origami for 9 years? you're a god bro

    • @Harper8551
      @Harper8551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kinga1925 Aw, thanks. It takes practice, obviously, and a sort of method to making the paper bend at your will. But it's super fun!!

  • @Ohfukmoment
    @Ohfukmoment 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3194

    You are “singlehandedly” the coolest guy on TH-cam, Ian. Amazing work.

    • @andeemengaming5000
      @andeemengaming5000 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      OH GOD

    • @uncolored2060
      @uncolored2060 ปีที่แล้ว +109

      He's hand(s) down the best

    • @IgnitionP
      @IgnitionP ปีที่แล้ว +66

      These puns are getting out of hand

    • @LelianaBaal
      @LelianaBaal ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@IgnitionP Now there are two of them!

    • @michaelweir9666
      @michaelweir9666 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      I give this comment two thumbs up

  • @dankmemelord414
    @dankmemelord414 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1248

    While I imagine missing a hand is less than optimal I can’t help but feel jealous. That prosthetic looks absolutely killer. Even better, it functions incredibly well. Fantastic work! I always look forward to seeing your updates and i hope there’s plenty more coming.

    • @alexstaro
      @alexstaro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      its incredible seeing the dedication of Ian to regaining the control of his hand while making it look cool as hell.

    • @bmora2133
      @bmora2133 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I gotta watch his videos... Never seen any before but TH-cam recommended bit wow he must have such skill and determination to not just make a fully functioning prosthetic that not just works well but looks badass AND he improved on it like my god man props to you. I can't imagine how it's like to be in his shoes missing a portion of his hand. To see him work hard to regain some functions and improve it is amazing, and as you said it also looks badass.

    • @kitoken368
      @kitoken368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I wish we could reach the level of prostetics in violet Evergarden

    • @jumartin9198
      @jumartin9198 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am a little jealous too

    • @linkfromzelda1002
      @linkfromzelda1002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is like when kids get into wheelchairs because it’s fun to ride around in them.

  • @its_jawsh6145
    @its_jawsh6145 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Honestly inspiring stuff, I wish you all the best with your inventions and it makes me happy that you are able to slowly able to live a relatively normal life again. Congrats Ian and I hope you’re doing well!

  • @santiklingo
    @santiklingo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    you know its really impressive, it isnt the perfect biotic replacement we all wish existed, but it actually looks better, stronger, and more intuitive than that i have seen these super big companies make that require buttons in shoes that you press with toes to make the hand perform functions.

    • @manofculture9163
      @manofculture9163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yea but those are not as flexible as normal hands, like typing is gonna be a lot harder if you if your movement are rough (lol)

    • @isaacsrandomvideos667
      @isaacsrandomvideos667 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eh

    • @isaacsrandomvideos667
      @isaacsrandomvideos667 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nervousnorvus1944 I misread him. I thought he said it was the perfect biotic.

  • @TK-rz8gb
    @TK-rz8gb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +537

    I love seeing the progression of these prosthetic hands, I'm glad they're getting better and better. True talent for engineering you have.

  • @BloodFangLucario555
    @BloodFangLucario555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +488

    I can’t imagine how empowering it must be for you to be able to naturally use your prosthetic and have it function so closely to your original hand that you can use it to do mindless tasks without worry. Love your work and very excited to watch you continuously improve.

    • @AtomicHD
      @AtomicHD 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Perfect reply have a good christmas

    • @spence_903
      @spence_903 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He actually made the terminator hand

  • @chevleon5518
    @chevleon5518 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    When your Prosthetic hand makes those with full hands Envious. You know you have made something awesome.

    • @IluminousOne-9.7.2
      @IluminousOne-9.7.2 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      "I may not have a brain gentlemen, but I have an idea"

  • @Eyclonus
    @Eyclonus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +490

    This such an impressive feat of engineering, especially to have that kind of control of the index finger.

  • @tylerreed610
    @tylerreed610 2 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    That's really incredible. The fingers are so dexterous, it looks like with a lot of practice using it it could probably do most stuff a natural hand can. Brilliant design

  • @Azrealon
    @Azrealon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +855

    This guy literally the definition of "Stop complaining and start making solutions" mad respect 🙏

    • @mayconjonatan9679
      @mayconjonatan9679 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ㅤㅤㅤ

    • @amxu_
      @amxu_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    • @you_just
      @you_just ปีที่แล้ว +42

      what this guy has done is great but i don’t think telling amputees to stop whining and just engineer their own replacement hand is a good idea

    • @axlfrhalo
      @axlfrhalo ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@you_just just stop lol

    • @mozarteanchaos
      @mozarteanchaos ปีที่แล้ว +7

      tf is this meant to mean

  • @thatguy2705
    @thatguy2705 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    the more you incorporate and iterate, the more natural it becomes. awesome work!

  • @Rekon-se6wv
    @Rekon-se6wv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +486

    Hats down to you my friend. You are both a genius and one of the most perseverant persons I ever met. I m glad and I hope you will keep improving that prosthetic of you. I wish you the best!!!!

  • @considermecrunchy3431
    @considermecrunchy3431 2 ปีที่แล้ว +572

    I love how far prosthetic technology is going, sometimes I wish I could just skip ahead and get a sneak peek of the technology in 10 years and see what changes 😁

    • @mitzuriki
      @mitzuriki 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Its nearly 2022 and there tf is the flying car that people from the 70s or 80s always imagined?!

    • @RiseRegen
      @RiseRegen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      @@mitzuriki Flying cars will never be a realistic technological improvement on Earth. Fuel would be more costly (unless they can become battery operated) and the injury rate would be miles higher if they don't force an autopilot/self-driving feature on every model. This doesn't even take into account of restructuring towns/cities (not to mention reworking the average parking lot) to be flying car friendly, or the absurd prices of these vehicles.
      All of this just for a police patrol system to be 10x more difficult to properly organize and execute; That's why flying cars don't exist - We might have the technology to create them, but they aren't practical.

    • @BootyRealDreamMurMurs
      @BootyRealDreamMurMurs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@mitzuriki it already existed. just that people lowkey knew the impracticality of flying cars, the risks involved and the expensiveness for daily usage.
      The risks are air traffic, and air car accidents, imagine flying cars suddenly crashing down on people or infrastructure or stuff below.. Costly, lethal and very annoying to deal with. Expensive, for daily usage, will have to maintain and it will be very pricey, more fuel needed for the energy for the propellers or depending on what type of aerial car it is. If u just search it up, there are already alot of real life functioning types of flying cars, just that it never made it to mass production and commercial usage. Heck theres even fkying motorcyle drones even! (being currently used by the police)

    • @bennyyt7726
      @bennyyt7726 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No Need to Wish And Skip
      Enjoy Your Life And When 10 Years Will Pass You Will Not Know 😃

    • @bennyyt7726
      @bennyyt7726 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BootyRealDreamMurMurs Yep!
      Anything can Happen in Air Vehicles , No Guarantee

  • @FatNinjaWalrus
    @FatNinjaWalrus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +430

    i check in on this channel every once in a while and it always makes me smile. love what you've been able to accomplish and i desperately hope that one day you'll be able to get this idea manufactured and spread around

    • @TDGCmote
      @TDGCmote 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      yeah. this guy is seriously slept on.

    • @chrisbirch6513
      @chrisbirch6513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Only thing is that it's quite rare to have just one half of a hand missing.

    • @TDGCmote
      @TDGCmote 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@chrisbirch6513 seems like this can be adapted. It's like an entire system that seems reduceable

    • @frog6054
      @frog6054 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@TDGCmote
      I agree. I could see this half prothestic hand got improvised into much more.

  • @grizzlyflea
    @grizzlyflea 2 ปีที่แล้ว +342

    This really looks like it’s straight out of full metal alchemist brotherhood. I have no knowledge of engineering but this looks simply amazing, definitely has the power to change lives and make the world a better place. Keep it up man!!

    • @axolotl2959
      @axolotl2959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Cool profile picture.

    • @DrBreyn
      @DrBreyn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Black Profile Gang!

    • @DrBreyn
      @DrBreyn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@axolotl2959 Together we rise

    • @lordpvt
      @lordpvt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@DrBreyn 4 of them?!! You guys scare me for some reason pls don't rise

    • @didyee1172
      @didyee1172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@lordpvt it's too late

  • @joshyc2006
    @joshyc2006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    That's fantastic, the end goal i'd imagine of any prosthesis is to use it without realizing, absolutely amazing engineering :)

    • @MrScorpianwarrior
      @MrScorpianwarrior 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      That is an interesting point, the entire goal of prosthetics is to forget about them

  • @gyrkam8518
    @gyrkam8518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have nothing but immense respect for this man
    My guy already living in 2077

    • @matheussanthiago9685
      @matheussanthiago9685 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      more like living in a long time ago in a far far away galaxy

    • @jeffbrownstain
      @jeffbrownstain 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cyberpunk was first written to take place in 2020 🤷‍♀️

  • @PrismTheLoser
    @PrismTheLoser ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, you just made a fuckin’ hand, made it functional, and made it look badass. Nothing but respect for you.

  • @LivingGuy484
    @LivingGuy484 2 ปีที่แล้ว +233

    This puts a huge smile on my face. I don't know anything about prosthetics, but I hope people reach out to you and offer you funding to help you further your research and developmental skills.
    Also, the hand looks super cool!

  • @ronaldeliascorderocalles
    @ronaldeliascorderocalles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    I never thought about losing that feeling of grabbing small things with your index and thumb. You sir, deserve all my respect.

    • @Ferrari255GTO
      @Ferrari255GTO 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The simplest essential things are the ones that we forget we need the most.

    • @ballsyau1974
      @ballsyau1974 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did. Drove my thumb into my hand. Pulled it out by the thumb nail with pliers.
      The surgeon wanted to amputate it off at the wrist.
      I begged him to try and save it.
      I had severed tendons, ligaments and nerves.
      I had gangrene in my thumb around the bone near my wrist.
      He wanted to tack it off four times in total.
      It is fairly useless but it is there.
      Took me alone time to compensate for the damage even after the reconstruction.
      This guy is a legend!

  • @robsterslobsters6014
    @robsterslobsters6014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +408

    I've come back after roughly a year, your progress is outstanding. Well done bro it looks incredible

  • @livinglifeleona
    @livinglifeleona 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Not only does it work well but it LOOKS so cool!!

  • @yepee1
    @yepee1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +535

    If you made these designs available to the public, many people would be thankful. I'm happy to see your intelligence being used to create such wonderful devices. I would be astounded to see someone driving with prosthetics this articulate. You may not know it, but you are setting a very high bar and precedent for future prosthetics. I can't wait to see what you add next!

    • @Zaque-TV
      @Zaque-TV ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yeah this industry definitely needs some competition lol

    • @neotrinity99
      @neotrinity99 ปีที่แล้ว

      yup

  • @DomPatek
    @DomPatek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +723

    Absolute genius engineering.

  • @ilovebagelzazpm478
    @ilovebagelzazpm478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +212

    I starting tearing up a little bit watching this when you were describing doing things with your prosthetic that you use to do with your natural hand. Absolutely inspirational watching your progression and other creative prosthetics like your impact driver version. I get so pumped up watching your videos. The aesthetic and functions you're able to perform is mesmerizing. I have no doubts your inventions will inspire a new generation of innovation in the prosthetic world. Your videos make anything feel possible.

  • @SethWolfVr
    @SethWolfVr ปีที่แล้ว

    Ngl that's amazing how you get used to it faster and faster and other people like me actually learn from the technology by the prosthetic

  • @baconian_road_construction
    @baconian_road_construction 2 ปีที่แล้ว +465

    You are legitimately one of the coolest people I know of. The design of your hand is amazing both functionally and aesthetically. The fact that you've managed to recreate so many of the human hand's complex natural motions, while the whole thing is 100% mechanically actuated and looks like something out of some steampunk reality is amazing. I look up to you as a young engineer, and I hope to be able to make something as amazing as your hand some day.

    • @theultimatetime8029
      @theultimatetime8029 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Imagine some error happened and he starts to press that cat 🥺

    • @poporicounknown541
      @poporicounknown541 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theultimatetime8029 why

    • @cptrednox4666
      @cptrednox4666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also
      He made it with only 1 healthy hand
      I cant even think of doing something like that with both of my hands

    • @kirito_online97
      @kirito_online97 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@theultimatetime8029 ya had to go dark huh?

    • @SS-gt8sy
      @SS-gt8sy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kirito_online97 imagine if he pressed the cat so hard that it busted and spills blood all over. his hand get shot circuit bc of blood and he get a electric shock and get paralysed then his shot circuited hand picks up a knife and kill him
      How about that?

  • @thenomad6924
    @thenomad6924 ปีที่แล้ว +741

    I have all my fingers, toes, hands, and feet, but I still watch these videos out of sheer fascination at this dudes capabilities. Every now and then for the last like couple years I pop in to see his progress, and it never ceases to amaze me.
    Dude, you give me hope for the future. For real. It's men like you that will take us through the threshold and into the future.

    • @JetFalcon710
      @JetFalcon710 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Same here. I do admit, this makes me realize that maybe losing some fingers in an accident wouldn't be so bad after all

    • @Corn0nTheCobb
      @Corn0nTheCobb ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nothing but the slow passage of time can do that, my friend. I'm afraid it's out of the hands of mankind

    • @TurKlack
      @TurKlack ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That the truth. It's not the Big tech companies that lead us forward.
      It's people with a passion.

    • @AssortedGarbage23
      @AssortedGarbage23 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      “The claaaaaaaaaaw”

    • @yoursleepparalysisdemon1828
      @yoursleepparalysisdemon1828 ปีที่แล้ว

      you can get an exoskeleton if you really wanted

  • @imperialphoenix1229
    @imperialphoenix1229 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    1:12
    The ability to forget you have it is probably the end goal of all practical prosthetics. That's a really huge leap to be able to slip back into old, natural habits with a replacement like that

  • @TengouX
    @TengouX ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This channel has been so cool to bingewatch. It's fantastic what you managed to do over the years.

  • @Smudger40k
    @Smudger40k 2 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    So interesting seeing how your prosthetic has evolved! Just brilliant!

  • @TheTyphoon365
    @TheTyphoon365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    Incredibly impressive. Makes me want to learn these engineering skills as a hobby honestly. Your amazing

  • @chemicaljonez
    @chemicaljonez 2 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Geez Ian, you have really crafted a wearable, functional piece of art. It's amazing. I hope your great ideas and ingenuity will help others living with disabilities some day soon. Well done. Cute kitty BTW!

  • @clusterflood
    @clusterflood ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i love how it’s entirely mechanics instead of electric, imo much more reliable and looks waay way cooler

  • @jadisking2054
    @jadisking2054 2 ปีที่แล้ว +381

    I love how this functions, but what really draws my attention is the look. I love how you left the metal showing and kept most of the inside parts exposed. This thing looks awesome and functions better than any mechanical replacement I’ve ever seen. Keep it up man!

  • @charlesbannon6909
    @charlesbannon6909 2 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    When you mentioned just without thinking driving with your hand I was so happy for you. And have been through the whole process. But seeing something become so natural like that is amazing.
    Your a such bad ass and an insperation to me! 💙

  • @lonsunocook
    @lonsunocook 2 ปีที่แล้ว +131

    I am impressed with the micro dexterity, it's been to watch you evolve and develop this prosthetic. And with enough accuracy to pick up an almond! Also those sweet chili sauce jars always seem to stick closed so I was impressed by that too. Please continue being awesome it really brings a light to my days.

  • @tricksterx98
    @tricksterx98 2 ปีที่แล้ว +585

    Man, I'm an engineer myself and for a while I've wanted to do something as useful as this for people who have this necessity. So inspired by your work!! Keep going!!

  • @NickiRusin
    @NickiRusin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Now I feel like I've been underestimating mechanical engineering my whole life. This is beyond anything I thought possible from a purely mechanical device. Looks incredible!

  • @fyrrydr4g0n
    @fyrrydr4g0n 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I think once doing "new" things without thinking about it, you have won.
    Also, seeing one mechanical hand on the steering wheel has to be the best "we are now in the sci-fi future we have all been waiting for" moment.
    You have won, sir.
    Thank you for continuing to bring us along on this epic journey!

  • @anthonystamper3355
    @anthonystamper3355 ปีที่แล้ว

    This guy shoulda went to MIT and his greatness was awoken by desire to just be fully functional again. How many more greats are out there dormant? Sir I hope you and your brain find success

  • @nathannakonieczny1343
    @nathannakonieczny1343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Yes! I'm so glad you kept working on it. The last one was beyond perfect, but you just said "nope, no prosthetics I'm building a real hand out of metal." The innovation brings me tears of joy.

  • @cybergothika6906
    @cybergothika6906 2 ปีที่แล้ว +325

    I'm glad to see you're still a mix between Tony Stark and Johnny Silverhand. I saw you from when you first started, but now that I have returned still very impressed. Mostly due your progress. People wasting time fighting idiotic cause while brilliant ppl are pursuing real useful stuff. Keep it up, you're inspiration to people out here.

  • @joeylink8569
    @joeylink8569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I'm a mechanical engineering student and I love watching your videos. Seeing the evolution of your designs overtime to fit certain criteria is really inspiring and it's these sorts of projects that really got me into my major. I hope you keep making these videos into the future because I hope other people will see them and be inspired to make something cool!

  • @salvosix302
    @salvosix302 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What I love about this is that it might be affordable and it has none of that fancy electronics or software bullshit
    I'm all about innovation but this works better and more responsively that 80 percent of all electronics prosthetics out there

  • @bigkuntry2153
    @bigkuntry2153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +285

    i’ve been keeping up on this off and on, and everytime i’m blown away again, i believe you need to pitch this to the right people if you haven’t already and i feel like you are on the way to helping more people than just you get their lives back to normal and also it looks cool and looks like the functions for daily tasks are working very smoothly

    • @justsomegarage
      @justsomegarage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      This 100%
      A: its going to make the dude some money and with a brain like that hes fuckin earned it.
      B: as its mechanically baised it bypasses the need for software and nerve endings and all that jazz and just works.
      The only issue is its fairly specialized. But im sure it could be easily modified to work for diffrent people

    • @wereboarder2009
      @wereboarder2009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      The unfortunate part is that his designs are tailored to his specific amputation. It wont always translate and designing something custom fit on a case by case basis can take alot of prototyping.

    • @Kryn_Womble
      @Kryn_Womble 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      If he can figure out a way to make the grip strength adjustable and pretty it up a little for public consumption, he’s have a solid gold toilet seat on top of the Scrooge McDuck money.

    • @hexkwondo
      @hexkwondo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He already said that he wouldn’t because he designs the prosthetics specifically for himself.

  • @OreWaLavai
    @OreWaLavai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    It’s always fascinating to see how you’ve improved the design over time. I hope you have some patents on the go for this.

  • @Ninjasfromthesky162
    @Ninjasfromthesky162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +311

    I like watching these occasionally, im lucky enough to not be missing anything but none the less it still impressive as hell to see that this guy built himself prosthetic fingers than work nearly identical to real ones. Keep up the awesome work dawg. :)

    • @Imaworldstar-jw3yj
      @Imaworldstar-jw3yj 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isupport studied English with this
      I restarted English after 10 years
      I am a beginner studying English with asmr.
      Please come and take a look and .

    • @Cyb3rHusky
      @Cyb3rHusky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Like a real life Iron Man

  • @Fizzlefuse
    @Fizzlefuse ปีที่แล้ว

    That's without a doubt the coolest prosthetic I've ever seen

  • @louvoodoo
    @louvoodoo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    You are incredible, I hope you turn this into a business, and help many people!

    • @CrafterVSWild
      @CrafterVSWild 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I'd definitely love to see people in the streets with these kinds of prosthetics

    • @noemuem432
      @noemuem432 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He said he probably wouldn't but anything is possible

  • @breakinginferno6774
    @breakinginferno6774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Engineering and design is a process of iteration. A single person dedicated to a task may lack the tools of a larger corporation, but instead ties the iterative process into their natural life, and thus will often create something far more well-considered than anything a design team can produce in a firm. Excellent work.

  • @tjismyname7365
    @tjismyname7365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    Watching your videos gives me a newfound appreciation for the human body. It’s astounding how complex our bones, muscles, tendons, cartilage, etc. are and can all work in unison to create almost every position imaginable in regard to our hands and digits. So impressed with your work Ian and I gotta believe this’ll pay off huge someday and benefit thousands and thousands of people.

  • @PerilousPaddy
    @PerilousPaddy 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing, never knew that hand prosthetics had improved this much, makes me wish I had finished my university degree in Cybernetics and Computer Science as there were options for human robot interface research later in the 3rd year.

  • @Velocicutioner
    @Velocicutioner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Absolutely amazing how natural it can move now, the one limiting factor is the lack of wrist rotation, but obviously the way it's designed doesn't allow for that, but I love watching your updates!

  • @viniciusvbf22
    @viniciusvbf22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Amazing work. You've achieved an impressive level of precision with this one, and with no electronics involved. Unless someone finds out how to grow out new hands, I believe your current prototype is the best out there.

  • @--novus-ordo-secrolum-un--8820
    @--novus-ordo-secrolum-un--8820 2 ปีที่แล้ว +325

    I love how he's doing this with 1 hand yet we have Harvard veteran mechanical prosthesis engineers who make useless logs of arms with millions of dollars smh. Your incredible truly amazing and innovative keep it up this looks wonderful! 🔥🔥

    • @DuckieMcduck
      @DuckieMcduck 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      To be fair our guy clearly has more motivation to get his prosthesis to work than the white collars who go out and have a beer after 4 hours of work

    • @mrx24007
      @mrx24007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Remember: Necessity is the mother of invention.

    • @Tirocoa
      @Tirocoa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Just goes to show how much difference motivation can make.

    • @darthplagueis13
      @darthplagueis13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      To be fair: An entire hand is significantly harder to replace compared to just the fingers because a finger prosthetic like this can make use of pre-existing musculature, allowing for a mostly mechanical solution. If instead the the entire hand and part of the arm were missing, then figuring out a way of letting the brain control that hand becomes a lot more difficult, complex and presumably expensive.

    • @DJBV
      @DJBV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@darthplagueis13 at last a well reasoned answer

  • @Danjovisagat
    @Danjovisagat ปีที่แล้ว

    The way you control your 4 fingers from simple lil movements. Very cool

  • @Q-TebGamesNL
    @Q-TebGamesNL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    You gotta have a lot of faith in your mechanical skills to hold a glass full of water and ice with one hand - I can hardly do that with my actual hands 😂

  • @Reeator
    @Reeator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    Man, there will come a day where a big company sees your videos and realizes the significance of your invention. Youre gonna make a lot of people very happy with such a device (and make a lot of money) so congrats and keep it up
    Just think of the possibilities when you dont have to build this at home but with the tools and budget of a large company, this is gonna be great

    • @Harufloof
      @Harufloof 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      People will amputate their own fingers just to become cyborg. Neat

    • @gumbo34
      @gumbo34 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Harufloof lol I’d say it’s not worth it to do it on purpose, but if you actually lose them in an accident you should get some of those

    • @JP-xd6fm
      @JP-xd6fm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@gumbo34 And it's shocking how many people have fingers lost.

    • @Reeator
      @Reeator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Harufloof Haha, oh boi

    • @chikasu10
      @chikasu10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      At a affordable cost of course.