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History of the Fluidhand and the VINCENTevolution 1998 Fluidhand 1 thin foil soft robot hand with 5DOF, 5iDOF This first soft hand consists of thin foil layers, which have been joined together to form more complex drives in a sandwich construction. Five fingers, built up from 6 foil layers each, functionally welded in pairs, with the middle two foils forming the skeletal structure filled with epoxy resin. The outer two foil layers each form a fluidic muscle. For this purpose, two thin films were welded together in such a manner that chambers were formed in a row and connected to each other. When this structure is inflated with a gas or liquid, it contracts by about 20% of its length, similar to the natural muscle, and the finger curls up like a bow. Read more 1999 Fluidhand 2 silicon tube soft sobot hand with 16DOF, 11iDOF The new planar technology for manufacturing fluidic drives and kinematics was therefore ideally suited for actively moving miniature catheters and endoscopes. However, the forces achievable with planar film drives, which operate at a working pressure of 0.5-1 bar, were too low for the construction of an artificial hand. To generate higher grasping forces, a correspondingly higher working pressure had to act in the fluidic drives. For Fluidhand 2, “artificial muscles” based on thin silicone hoses were therefore used, which were sheathed with a flexurally flexible, stretch-resistant fabric made of polyamide. Read more 2000 Fluidhand 3 rubber bulg soft hand prosthesis with 10DOF, 1iDOF With the third generation of the Fluidhand, Schulz transferred the technology of flexible fluid actuators to a hand prosthesis. To achieve higher grasping forces, the drives were modified for grasping even heavy objects. The unfolded silicone tubes reinforced with fabric were replaced by miniature folded bellows, which in turn were encased in fabric and attached to aluminum joints in the folds by nylon threads to keep their shape. Three drive elements in each finger, with the two distal bellows coupled together, and two drives in the thumb allow 14 joint axes to move in this hand, equivalent to 14 DOF at 10 iDOF. The fluid actuators were driven by means of miniature hydraulics. The control system, consisting of pump, valve, electronics, sensors and tank, was connected to the prosthesis via a hose approximately 1 m long. The hydraulic unit was the size of a portable telephone and was worn on the belt. Read more 2001 Fluidhand 4 rubber bulg soft hand prosthesis with 10DOF, 6iDOF The Fluidhand 4 has 10 flexible bellows drives, each of which, when pressurized, angles an aluminum joint by 90 degrees. Stretching is achieved by suction of the drive medium and by additional elastic bands. Each long finger has two drives that are fluidically coupled to each other and each leads to a common control valve in the metacarpus. The thumb has two individually movable drives, each of which is actuated by a separate valve. The drive medium is water. This hand prosthesis operates hydraulically for the first time. A miniature pump draws the fluid from an elastic reservoir in the forearm and pumps it at up to 6 bar via the valve bank into the bellows drive chambers. The pump and valves are controlled by a microprocessor in the hand, and the prosthesis wearer gives the control commands via myoelectric sensors. Read more 2002 Fluidhand 5 rubber bulg soft handprosthesis with 8DOF, 5iDOF The Fluidhand 5 was designed with the aim of integrating all system components of miniature hydraulics into the metacarpals in order to make the hand compatible with established socket systems. The prosthesis can be connected to all standard prosthetic sockets via a quicksnap wrist. Both the myoelectric sensors and the energy storage of the socket are used. The pump, fluid tank, valve bank and controller are located in and on the metacarpus. With the reduction in tank size, the number of fluidic drive was reduced to 8. The ring finger and little finger are flexed over one drive each. In the weight-optimized frame in sandwich construction, the elastic finger abduction was integrated. Five valves control the 8 drives of the hand, with the ring, little and middle fingers being hydraulically connected to each other. Read more 2003 Fluidhand 6 rubber bulg soft handprosthesis with 4DOF, 3iDOF The Fluidhand 6 is a particularly compact version of the hydraulic hand prosthesis, reduced to the essentials. The index, middle and ring fingers are each moved in the base joint via a flexible bellows drive, the little finger is mechanically coupled to the ring finger, and the middle finger is hydraulically coupled to the ring finger. The thumb is actuated in the basic joint. In this way, the thumb and index finger can be moved separately, while the other fingers move together. The 4 drives are controlled by a 3 valve bank, the miniature pump sucks distilled water from a pressure storage tank to pump it into the drive chambers. The weight of the hand is about 350 g. The aluminum fingers were covered with a PU foam. In the basic joints, all long fingers have an elastically mounted abduction. Weiter lesen 2004 Fluidhand 7 rubber bulg soft handprosthesis with 8DOF, 8iDOF The Fluidhand 7 is designed as an experimental hand. It is used to develop new control methods and to test a new tank system that is capable of storing energy. The hand therefore has one valve for each of the 8 drives. A type of spring accumulator was developed for the hydraulic tank, which allows the hand to be closed quickly and silently without the hydraulic pump operating. Due to the large number of new and experimental components, the metacarpus has turned out to be significantly larger than the previous model, but at this stage of development, the anatomical shape and size of the hand is not a priority. Read more 2005 Fluidhand 8 rubber bulg soft handprosthesis with 8DOF, 4iDOF The Fluidhand 8 has 8 drives that are controlled via 5 valves. The bellows in the index finger and middle finger are each hydraulically coupled with each other, and the drives of the ring and little fingers are also connected with each other via a common valve. The special feature of this further development is that the metacarpus has been replaced by a hermetically sealed pressure body. Inside the metacarpus is an elastic tank in the form of a diaphragm, in which both the drive medium (vegetable oil) and the control electronics, valves and pump are integrated; all system components "float" permanently in the drive medium. Between the pressure body shell and the diaphragm there is again a two-phase gas with a constant pressure of 2 bar. Read more 2006 Fluidhand 9 rubber bulg soft handprosthesis with 5DOF, 5iDOF The Fluidhand 9 has 5 drives of different sizes. The base joints of the index finger and middle finger are equipped with stronger drives. The elastic fluid tank is located in the wrist. When the fingers are emptied, they are stretched and the fluid is pumped from the finger joints into the elastic tank in the wrist, bending the wrist and opening the hand further. The pump is noise-isolated and free-swinging in a CFRP tank; valves and controls are located in the metacarpus, which is completely covered with CFRP. The thumb with a drive in the base pivots between flat hand and opposition position to the three-point grip. Read more Current products

VINCENT Certification General information about our courses Our myoelectric prostheses can only be purchased by qualified personnel who have previously successfully completed a certification course in our company or online. ​ Without this course , the following product categories can be ordered from us: - VINCENTpartial passiv - VINCENTpower USB flex - VINCENTwork - Accessories ​ A VINCENT certificate is required for fitting our myoelectric hand and partial hand prostheses. We recommend attending the certification course not only for orthopedic technicians, but also for occupational therapists and physiotherapists who are involved in the fitting of patients. ​ In our certification course, you will learn about our different prostheses, our unique control concept and all the adjustment options of the prostheses with the help of our app. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Dates & Prices For dates and prices, please call +49 721 480 714 0 or send us an e-mail: sales@vincentsystems.de

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VINCENTevolution3 / 3+ Modern look | 4-channel control | Anatomical design | Higher grip force | Compact, lightweight, robust Numerous grasps | Various wrist types | Easy operation without additional aids | Optionally available in titanium The third generation of the hand prosthesis series, VINCENTevolution3 features a multi-award-winning anatomical design concept and the proven control strategy of VINCENTevolution2. At the same time, it scores with twice the grip strength of its predecessor model, millimeter precision between the thumb and index finger, and an overall higher load-bearing capacity of the hand. The wearing comfort of the VINCENT hand series also stands out in the new model series due to the low prosthesis weight. ​ The most striking innovation was achieved in terms of dimensions. While VINCENTevolution2 was only available in size M, VINCENTevolution3 anatomically reproduces all the usual sizes of an adult hand in sizes XS, S, M, L and XL. Sizes S and XS are currently the smallest multi-articulating hand prostheses on the market and could already be suitable for children and adolescents. ​ The basic version of the VINCENTevolution3 is available in a stable aluminum alloy or optionally with finger components made of high-strength titanium. In addition, prosthesis wearers can choose between four different wrist options. ​ Like all VINCENT prostheses, the third generation is equipped with a vibrotactile sense of touch and gesture-controlled handle selection. The hand can be worn in combination with a textile cosmetic glove from GF. glove factory UG, silicone or without a glove. ​ NEW: VINCENTevolution3+ The VINCENTevolution3+ is the waterproof design variant of the VINCENTevolution3. Hand washing under running water is possible without any problems, provided that the design of the prosthesis stem also permits this. An already purchased VINCENTevolution3 with splash water protection IP64 can be upgraded to a VINCENTevolution3+ with protection against temporary submersion IP67 at any time. - Contact your service technician for more information. ​ ​ Flyer VINCENTevolution3 Flyer VINCENTwrist Photo gallery Grasps VINCENTevolution3 VINCENTevolution3/3+ we love perfection

2001 - Fluidhand 4 Up The Fluidhand 4 has 10 flexible bellows drives, each of which, when pressurized, angles an aluminum joint by 90 degrees. Stretching is achieved by suction of the drive medium and by additional elastic bands. Each long finger has two drives that are fluidically coupled to each other and each leads to a common control valve in the metacarpus. The thumb has two individually movable drives, each of which is actuated by a separate valve. The drive medium is water. This hand prosthesis operates hydraulically for the first time. A miniature pump draws the fluid from an elastic reservoir in the forearm and pumps it at up to 6 bar via the valve bank into the bellows drive chambers. The pump and valves are controlled by a microprocessor in the hand, and the prosthesis wearer gives the control commands via myoelectric sensors. The skeletal structure of the prosthesis is made entirely of aluminum. The long fingers are flexibly mounted in the base in the direction of abduction. The unique combination of flexible fluid actuators and a mobile miniature hydraulic system in a myoelectrically controlled hand prosthesis opens up new possibilities in prosthetic fitting. The mechanical properties of the drives are already soft and flexible, making them ideal for adaptive grasping analogous to the human hand. Since the internal pressure is also distributed evenly in a hydraulic system, an ideal form fit to gripped objects is achieved. The grip thus adapts to an object independently and creates a maximally large contact surface, with the result that only very little grasping force is required to keep an object extraordinarily stable. The use of a hydraulic system has another advantage, which has a particularly positive effect on the mobility and weight of a prosthesis. The flexible fluid actuators are in themselves very small and lightweight drives. In the hydraulic pump, the electrical energy of the prosthesis battery is converted into kinetic energy. Only one pump is needed for the entire prosthesis system. The pump is the heaviest system component, but it can be positioned anywhere on the prosthesis because it is only connected to the valve bank and the drives via a flexible pressure hose. For optimal weight distribution in the prosthesis, the pump is placed as proximally to the arm as possible. Since all joints of my prosthesis are usually never moved at the same time, the pump size can be sized for a smaller number of drives. The grip selection is made using a reduced Morse code. A distinction is made between a long and a short myoelectric signal, with two consecutive signals considered at a time. User-defined settings as well as grip training are performed via a Bluetooth-connected pocket computer (precursor to the smartphone). The CFRP stem (Frühauf Handprothetik) and the lifelike silicone cosmetic (Pohlig Orthopädietechnik) create for the first time the combination of a multiarticulating functional hand and a habitus prosthesis. Up

​ Research BMBF: Nero Ich bin ein Textabschnitt. Klicken Sie hier, um Ihren eigenen Text hinzuzufügen und mich zu bearbeiten. GripAssist Ich bin ein Textabschnitt. Klicken Sie hier, um Ihren eigenen Text hinzuzufügen und mich zu bearbeiten. Bionic Hand / Fluidhand HISTORIE Der Gründer der VINCENT Systems GmbH, Dr. Stefan Schulz, leitete von 1999 bis 2007 am Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe, heute KIT, eine interdisziplinäre Forschungs-gruppe im Bereich Medizintechnik. Der Schwerpunkt lag in der Entwicklung fluidischer Antriebselemente mit Anwendungen in der Prothetik, Robotik und Endoskopie, In diesem Kontext entwickelte die Gruppe um Schulz u.a. das Projekt „Fluidhand“. Diese erste hydraulisch arbeitende bionische Handprothese basierte auf den von Schulz bereits während seines Studiums an der Universität Rostock entwickelten und am KIT optimierten „Flexiblen Fluidaktoren“. Der faltenbalg-ähnliche Antrieb wird dabei über eine Miniatur-Hydraulikpumpe mit Flüssigkeit aus einem flexiblen Tank betrieben. Ein erstes Funktionsmuster wurde bereits im Jahr 2000 in der Orthopädischen Universitätsklinik Heidelberg an einem Patienten erfolgreich erprobt. Die Fluidhand wurde in den Folgejahren weiter entwickelt und in zahlreichen wissenschaftlichen Artikeln beschrieben. Die Fluidhand war damit die erste funktionsfähige multiartikulierenden Handprothese, die die Funktion einer aktiven bionischen Hand mit einzeln beweglichen Fingern, mit der Ästhetik einer anatomischen korrekten Kosmetik-Prothese verbinden konnte. ​ Die menschliche Hand ist ein komplexes System aus Sehnen, Bändern, Nerven, Knochen und Muskeln. Unsere Hände sind sensibel, feinfühlig, hochbeweglich und kraftvoll zugleich. Wie wertvoll unsere Hände im alltäglichen Leben für uns sind ist uns oft nicht bewusst. Wie schwer dieser Verlust in das Leben der Betroffenen eingreift, wird deutlich mit Blick auf die gewohnten Bedingungen im privaten- und sozialen Umfeld, am Arbeitsplatz und hinsichtlich fast aller technischen Geräte, Einrichtungen und Hilfsmittel, die uns alltäglich begegnen. Der Mensch kommuniziert und handelt auch mit und über seine Hände. Eine Einschränkung dieser Funktionalität bedeutet gleichermaßen auch ein Handlungsverlust, oft einhergehend mit einer reduzierten Lebensqualität des Betroffenen und Veränderungen im beruflichen und privaten sozialen Umfeld. Ziel des Verbundprojektes ist die Entwicklung eines zukunftsweisenden virtuellen, PC-basierten Trainings und Expertensystems sowie neuer Sensor-Motorischer Schnittstellen zwischen Prothesenkomponenten, Patient und Expertensystem für eine optimale Anpassung der technischen Hilfsmittel, das protokollierte Training und die kontinuierliche Verbesserung der Bedienbarkeit von immer komplexer werdenden leistungsfähigen Prothesen der oberen Extremität und deren unterschiedlichsten Steuerungskonzepte. Darüber hinaus soll das zu entwickelnde System durch ein standardisiertes Assessment-Expertensystem eine Vergleichbarkeit unterschiedlicher Versorgungs- und Therapievarianten gestatten. Durch die wissenschaftliche Begleitung des Projekts werden wesentliche Aspekte der Biomechanik, der Analyse des motorsensorischen Kortex, der Therapie von Phantomschmerz und Varianten der sensorischen haptischen Rückmeldung in das Projekt einfließen. Diese Arbeiten werden zum einen zu einer technischen Verbesserung der Prothesen und zum anderen zu neuen Lern- und Therapieformen im Umgang mit diesen Hilfsmitteln beitragen. ​ Die Entwicklung eines PC-basierten virtuellen und interaktiven Assistenzsystems zur Anpassung und zum Erlernen komplexer Prothesensteuerungen ist deshalb der zentrale Gegenstand des Forschungsvorhabens. BMBF: LittleElbow Ich bin ein Textabschnitt. Klicken Sie hier, um Ihren eigenen Text hinzuzufügen und mich zu bearbeiten.

2004 - Fluidhand 7 Up The Fluidhand 7 is designed as an experimental hand. It is used to develop new control methods and to test a new tank system that is capable of storing energy. The hand therefore has one valve for each of the 8 drives. A type of spring accumulator was developed for the hydraulic tank, which allows the hand to be closed quickly and silently without the hydraulic pump operating. Due to the large number of new and experimental components, the metacarpus has turned out to be significantly larger than the previous model, but at this stage of development, the anatomical shape and size of the hand is not a priority. ​ For the hydraulic system, experiments were carried out with a tank that allows energy recovery when the hand is opened. The tank consists of a rigid outer shell and an elastic tank bladder inside. Between the outer shell and the tank bubble is a two-phase gas under constant pressure of 2 bar. In the intermediate space, just enough gas is formed from the liquid aggregate state until a constant pressure is reached. When the hand is opened, gas is formed; when it is closed, it is compressed into liquid, at a constant working pressure of 2 bar at room temperature. The internal diaphragm with the hydraulic fluid is thus under the pressure of the gas. When a valve is opened, a finger joint is already moved without the hydraulic pump having been activated. The pump can then build up even greater grasping force with a time delay. In this way, very dynamic and also noiseless finger movements are possible. When the drives are emptied, the water is pressed back into the tank, against the pressure of the two-phase gas, and the system is ready for the next grasping process. Up

VINCENTaqua - waterproof neoprene sleeve Splash-water protection for the prosthetic socket for forearm fittings: Protects against splash-water, running water and temporary submersion*. The sleeve is made of neoprene with a textile surface and is individually custom-made. Available in black or with printed wave design in blue, green or violet. ​ *When used properly for a max. of 1 hour in max. 1 m deep water. ​ Flyer VINCENTaqua VINCENTaqua we love perfection

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions I would like a VINCENT prosthesis. What do I need to do? You can get an appointment for a consultation and a prosthetic fitting from an orthopedic technician who has experience in the field of arm prosthetics. For a consultation appointment and fitting of a VINCENT prosthesis, the prosthetist must have attended appropriate training and obtained a certificate for these products. You can find a list of certified partners here: Partners near you. Does health insurance pay for the prosthesis? The costs for a prosthetic fitting with a VINCENT hand system are usually covered by all insurance providers. However, it is always an individual decision by the respective health insurance company whether a fitting is approved in each case. This depends on many factors that affect the prosthesis user, not so much the hand prosthesis. As soon as a prescription from the doctor is available, the prosthetist applies to the health insurance company for the fitting. If the application is rejected, this preliminary decision can also be appealed, and the prosthetist will usually handle this for you as well. An experienced prosthetist knows the legal situation; he can advise you and guide you through the process to the finished prosthesis. From what age is the VINCENTyoung3+ suitable? We recommend our pediatric and adolescent hand prosthesis from the age of 8. Ultimately, it depends on the development of the child. Let our certified partners advise you. Can I get my prosthesis wet? All VINCENT prostheses are splash-proof. The Evolution3+ and the Evolution4 are water resistant, these hands can be cleaned under running water and immersed in water, the immersion depth is not limited by the hand but by the water protection of the prosthesis stem. The Evolution4 has the highest water protection in the range of multi-articulating hand systems. Can I drive when wearing a prosthesis? Please do not drive in road traffic with your VINCENT prosthesis without further notice and observe our safety and warranty information. In order to be allowed to drive a vehicle with a hand prosthesis, a corresponding modification as well as the approval of the registration authority / TÜV [German technical inspection association] is usually required. Please contact your local registration office for more information. Do I have to wear a glove with the VINCENT prostheses? The hand has been designed to follow an aesthetic and anatomical shape even without a cosmetic glove. Materials and passive elasticities in the joints convey a natural feel. Therefore, most users wear the hand without a cosmetic cover. Vincent’s artificial hand systems combine excellent high-tech with design and quality. They are like a piece of clothing that underlines the personality of its wearer. Most people find the technology fascinating, combined with a positive interest in the new type of artificial hand. What should I do if the prosthesis breaks? Should it ever happen that the prosthesis no longer works, the orthopedic technician is the first port of call. He will take care of the repair or may even be able to solve the problem. How loud is the prosthesis? Depending on the prosthesis variant, there are up to 6 motors in an artificial hand. These rotate at a high speed and drive the prosthesis via a multi-stage planetary gear and another gear stage directly in the finger joint. This causes a motor noise depending on the muscle signal-controlled speed. The noise becomes louder the more motors run simultaneously and the faster they rotate. Slow hand movements are therefore also very quiet, comparable, for example, to the noise of an electric telephoto lens of a digital camera. The hand is loudest when all motors are closed simultaneously at maximum speed, e.g. in the cylinder grip. This noise can then be compared to the moving noise of a model railroad, for example. The user of the hand can therefore control the soundscape very easily via his muscle signals. How heavy is the hand? A natural human hand of an adult weighs about 350 g to 500 g, depending on body size. The weight of an artificial hand is not distributed as optimally on the arm as that of the natural one. Also, the weight of the socket, liner and the battery add to the weight of the prosthesis. In addition, the heaviest component of the prosthesis, the hand, is located at the outermost, distal end of the arm, so the leverage ratios are particularly unfavorable. A hand prosthesis must therefore be as light as possible. VINCENT hand systems weigh between approx. 300 g and 480 g, depending on the type of hand. Do you have further questions?

2003 - Fluidhand 6 Up The Fluidhand 6 is a particularly compact version of the hydraulic hand prosthesis, reduced to the essentials. The index, middle and ring fingers are each moved in the base joint via a flexible bellows drive, the little finger is mechanically coupled to the ring finger, and the middle finger is hydraulically coupled to the ring finger. The thumb is actuated in the basic joint. In this way, the thumb and index finger can be moved separately, while the other fingers move together. The 4 drives are controlled by a 3 valve bank, the miniature pump sucks distilled water from a pressure storage tank to pump it into the drive chambers. The weight of the hand is about 350 g. The aluminum fingers were covered with a PU foam. In the basic joints, all long fingers have an elastically mounted abduction. ​ At this stage of development, experiments were carried out with different variants of the fluid hand, with the number of joints and drives as well as the required valves being varied considerably. The aim was to find an optimum between size, anatomical design and weight on the one hand and functionality on the other. Extremely reduced versions with only 4 drives and three valves, such as the Fluidhand 6, were built, which could be designed in this way to be very small, light and anatomical. This version of the Fluidhand is a particularly interesting candidate for a robust prosthesis suitable for everyday use, since the smallest number of hydraulic components was installed here. The systems are very light throughout, but also very complex in terms of the physical effects that occur, such as cavitation or the problem of changing material parameters, especially the elastic drives and connecting hoses in the course of operation, as well as wear and corrosion on the valves and the pump. Up

VINCENTevolution4 World leader at all levels WATERPROOF The world's first waterproof hand prosthesis according to IP68 (protection against prolonged submersion) CUSTOMIZABLE The world's only hand prosthesis in 5 sizes and 25 colour combinations EXTREMELY ROBUST The world's only prosthetic hand with a complete skeleton made of aluminum or titanium EXTREMELY LIGHT The world's lightest multi-articular hand prosthesis EASY OPERATION The world's most intuitive hand prosthesis, in which all grasp types are controlled by muscle signals SENSE OF TOUCH The world's first and so far only hand prosthesis with sense of touch Precision and quality The fourth generation of our hand prostheses, VINCENTevolution4, builds on the successful drive concept of VINCENTevolution3, with further improvements in gripping force and speed. The precision of the grips, the aesthetics and the quality of the hand are outstanding. Sophisticated control system A unique feature is the patented single-trigger control system, which allows all grip types to be controlled uniquely and reliably with fine sensitivity via the muscles alone. The hand does not need buttons on the back of the hand, motion controls or a smart device to select a function or grip. These types of control often take too long in practice, so the desired grips will be performe d more quickly by the natural hand. In contrast, all movements and handle changes of the VINCENTevolution4 are controlled exclusively and directly by the muscles of the prosthesis wearer and are therefore completely independent of the opposing natural hand or second prosthesis. The absence of buttons and the simplicity of the control system allow the user to safely control the prosthesis from any movement and in any situation and to achieve any grip change quickly and without errors. The prosthesis can thus optimally assist the opposite hand and thus contribute its full potential to everyday life. ​ Uncompromisingly waterproof We have been able to implement many innovations with the new generation of hands. For example, the VINCENTevolution4 is the world's first hand prosthesis to achieve the IP68 degree of protection, which means it is uncompromisingly waterproof against continuous submersion up to a maximum of 1.5 meters for a maximum of 30 minutes, with no restrictions on the salt or chlorine content or the quality of the water. Elastic fingers The gel encapsulated fingers run more smoothly and the flexible mounting of the finger base joints allows the fingers to be squeezed together naturally when the hand is slightly spread. This not only makes the hand feel more natural, but the flexibility of the fingers also makes them much more robust and resistant to all kinds of stress. ​ Adaptive shell For the first time, the shell of the metacarpus consists almost entirely of an elastic, high-strength material. The soft surface and its excellent adaptive properties significantly improve both the feel and the grip. In particular, the soft knuckles relieve the hand during support and extend the service life of the optionally available lifelike textile-based cosmetic gloves. A special innovation is also the completely dust-tight covering of the finger and thumb base joints. All openings of the hand have been closed by space-saving visor-like joint solutions. The optimized finger and thumb tips have been given finger nails and flattenings that enable even more precise gripping. The index finger is touch-screen compatible in the proven manner. Control with up to four muscles For the first time, a hand prosthesis has an integrated four-channel control system that allows up to four EMG sensors to be connected directly to the hand. The user can choose between two control variants: the single-signal control, in which all grips can be reached without problems and errors with only one switching signal, or the multi-channel control, in which several switching signals can be used to directly control the different grips. Controlling a bionic hand prosthesis has never been so easy and safe. ​ Sensitive sense of touch A vibrotactile sense of touch has been integrated as standard in all VINCENT hand prostheses since VINCENTevolution1. The patented feedback of touch and gripping force provides the user with tactile information about finger strength through gentle coded vibrations of the hand, which are transmitted to the prosthesis shaft, and thus a feeling for the artificial hand. Gripping even fragile objects or sensitive control of the gripping force even without a direct eye contact to the object expand the options for the user. The extended hand feedback also stimulates the user's sensorimotor cortex, which can help reduce phantom limb pain. Tastes are different Five different basic colors give the VINCENTevolution4 an individual and unique design. The colors black, white, pearl white, transparent and natural are each available in combination with four different metal colors and titanium. 25 color combinations can be put together. A color change of the colored silicone parts is possible at any time. Less is more The smallest version of the VINCENTevolution4 XS weighs only approx. 390 g, making it not only the smallest and most stable multi-articulating hand prosthesis with 6 motors currently available, it is also by far the lightest. ​ ​ Flyer VINCENTevolution4 Flyer VINCENTwrist Photo gallery Grasps VINCENTevolution4 Technical specifications Size and weight chart Textile Gloves & Accessories 1 black-black 2 black-titan 3 black-blue 4 black-gold 5 black-copper 6 white-black 7 white-titan 8 white-blue 9 white-gold 10 white-copper 11 pearl white-black 12 pearl white-titan 13 pearl white-blue 14 pearl white-gold 15 pearl white-copper 16 transparent-black 17 transparent-titan 18 transparent-blue 19 transparent-gold 20 transparent-copper 21 natural-black 22 natural-titan 23 natural-blue 24 natural-gold 25 natural-copper

Close Up VINCENTmobile App ​ TRAINING ​ The grasping scheme is illustrated here. Additionally, the grasp the prosthesis is currently in as well as an animation of how the prosthesis fingers are supposed to move is displayed here. ​ Here you can train the numerous grasps of the VINCENT hand prostheses. Up

MDR (Medical Device Regulation) Declarations of conformity according to MDR ​ Since May 26, 2021, the new EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) (EU 2017/745) is mandatory for medical device manufacturers. This replaces the Medical Device Directive (MDD) (93/42/EEC) which was valid until then. ​ All declarations of conformity of our medical devices have been updated by the introduction of the MDR, according to its requirements. ​ The declarations of conformity are available to you, as our certified customer, for download in the customer online portal. ​ EUDAMED ​ EUDAMED is the European database for medical devices. It serves the central administration of medical devices in the EU and is based on a resolution of the EU Commission (2010/227/EU) from the year 2010. Through the MDR (Medical Device Regulation (EU 2017/745)), we as manufacturers are obligated to provide informations about us and our products in the database. ​ In EUDAMED we are registered under the following Single Registration Number (SRN): DE-MF-000016437

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Patents All our products are registered and protected by the following United States patents: ​ US8491666: VINCENTevolution1, VINCENTevolution3, VINCENTevolution3+, VINCENTevolution4, VINCENTpartial3, VINCENTpartial3+, VINCENTyoung3, VINCENTyoung3+ ​ US9072616: VINCENTevolution2, VINCENTpartial2, VINCENTyoung2 and by the following German and European patents: ​ DE102014011554, DE102017005765, DE102016014090, DE102017010840, DE102017007794, DE102008056520, DE202014003565, DE202017000172, DE102017005761, DE102017005762, DE102017005764, EP2364129 ​ ​

VINCENTaqua More Information we love perfection waterproof to IP67 | extremely light movable single fingers First multiarticulating hand prosthesis for children and young adults VINCENTyoung3+ waterproof to IP68 flexible finger | new design VINCENTevolution4 waterproof to IP68 | active partial hand system | individually adaptable VINCENTpartial4 more videos VINCENTpartial passive VINCENTwork VINCENTpower flex USB-C VINCENTwrist Software Accesories neo1 Exoskeleton VINCENTvr Training system Innovationen INNOVATIONS neo1 - World's first under-clothing myoelectric exoskeleton for the upper limb With neo1, Vincent Systems presents the breakthrough myoelectric exoskeleton designed specifically for users with limited upper extremity functionality, especially to compensate for paralysis caused by stroke and plexus injuries. This innovative technology uses advanced myoelectric control in conjunction with powerful micromotors in the elbow and hand areas to help users with their mobility and independence challenges due to their limitations. VINCENTaqua – waterproof neoprene cuff Swimming or stand-up paddling with a prosthetic hand? No problem! With the custom-made neoprene cuff your prosthetic socket is protected from water.* Available in classic black or with printed wave design in blue, green or violet. VINCENTevolution4 available in 25 different color combinations! Five different base colors give the VINCENTevolution4 an individual and unique design. The colors black, white, pearl white, transparent and natural are available in combination with four different metallic colors and titan. A colour change of the coloured silicone parts is possible at any time. METALLIC COLOURS: black | gold | blue | copper VINCENTevolution4 and VINCENTevolution3+ When it comes to evolution, we are right at the forefront. With the VINCENTevolution4, we have launched the next generation of our most popular myolelectric full hand prostheses. With a new design and new features such as the “squeezable” fingers and optionally the unique 4-channel control, it is our first IP68 waterproof hand prosthesis. Users of the VINCENTevolution3 also have the option of a water protection upgrade as VINCENTevolution3+. VINCENTyoung3 available in four colors Germany's most popular hand prosthesis for children and young adults is now available not only in black, but also in the following special colors: powder blue | natural | blackberry NEWS News Read more Vincent Systems GmbH participated in the "Working and thinking like engineers" program again this year. During the company visit, we offered interested students an insight into the world of hand prostheses in the areas of construction, electrical engineering and textile development. They not only had the opportunity to experiment with the prostheses, but also tried out the new virtual reality training system VINCENTvr. The VR system serves as an effective tool for rehabilitation and enables virtual mirror training in VR for the treatment of phantom limb pain. Easter Camp 2024 - Working like engineers 04.04.2024 VIDEOS Videos Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Search video... Now Playing "Schmerzen waren unerträglich": Leben nach einer Hand-Amputation | Abendschau | BR24 05:01 Play Video Now Playing Wie lebt man ohne Arm? 09:03 Play Video Now Playing GLOBAL 2021 - Außenwirtschaftspreis der TechnologieRegion Karlsruhe 02:23 Play Video User Stories User Stories Play Video Play Video Peter VINCENTevolution4 Play Video Play Video David VINCENTevolution4 Play Video Play Video Tim VINCENTevolution3 Play Video Play Video Britta VINCENTevolution3 Play Video Play Video Leon VINCENTevolution3 Play Video Play Video Jon VINCENTpartial2 Play Video Play Video Mathias VINCENTwork Play Video Play Video Sören VINCENTevolution2 Play Video Play Video Paul VINCENTevolution2

VINCENTpartial passive The passive partial hand system enables prosthetic reconstruction of a partial hand. It consists of functional passive finger and thumb prostheses that can be locked in place in one or two joints in different angular positions. The weight-optimized stainless steel joints with variable-length finger or thumb attachments are very robust and water-resistant. The variable-length finger or thumb sleeves are made of durable and stain-resistant HTV silicone. ​ The fingers are mounted directly to the stem with two screws coming from the stem or are aligned and fixed in position via various frame types made of stainless steel sheet and aluminum adapters. ​ The fingers can be equipped with one or two successive ratchet joints. The joints function in such a way that pulling in the distal finger direction releases the locking of the joint - positioning is now possible. Releasing the finger causes the joint to lock into the desired position. ​ In addition to the distal locking joint, the thumb has a proximal basic joint for lateral pivoting. The basic joint can be pivoted by 110° via friction locking, and the force required for this can be adjusted. The thumb is aligned and fixed in place by means of a frame plate and a threaded base plate, which can also be laminated directly into the stem. ​ All in all, VINCENTpartial passive is an easy-to-use, robust and functional passive finger and thumb system. Flyer VINCENTpartial passive Mounting instructions finger Mounting instructions thumb