Siddaganga Institute of Technology- Tumkur

Biology for Engineers- Activity 2

Topic: Prosthetic Legs Inspired by Cheetah

Presented By:
Syeda Umme Haani
Krishik M
Pallavi KR Presented To:
Dr. Sudhir H Ranganath
Content:
• Background of Prosthetic Legs
• Prosthetic Legs Inspired by Cheetah
• The History of Cheetah-Inspired Prosthetics
• Advantages of Cheetah-Inspired Prosthetics
• Challenges in Designing Cheetah-Inspired Prosthetics
• Real World and Use and Benefit of Cheetah-Inspired
Prosthetics
• Future Developments and possibilities
• Conclusion and Takeaway Notes
Background on Prosthetic Legs
1 What are prosthetic 2 What are the types 3 What are the challenges
legs? of prosthetic legs? with traditional prosthetics?

Variations in design Limited movement,

Artificial limbs that
and materials allow discomfort, and poor
replace a missing leg
for customized alignment can make walking
or part of a leg.
solutions to fit and other activities
individuals' needs challenging for prosthetic
and lifestyles. users.
Prosthetic Legs Inspired
by Cheetah
Prosthetic legs for people with disabilities have come a long way.
Thanks to innovations inspired by the animal kingdom, today's
designs allow for more natural movement than ever before.
The History of Cheetah-Inspired
Prosthetics
The First Cheetah-
Inspired Leg
A South African athlete,
Oscar Pistorius, became
the first double-amputee to
compete in the Olympic
Games in 2012 using
cheetah-inspired
prosthetics.
Advancements in Design
Developments in materials
and technology have
allowed for prosthetics that
more closely mimic the
mechanics of real legs,
with cheetah-inspired
designs leading the way.
Other Animal-Inspired
Designs
Prosthetic limb designs
have been influenced by
other animals such as
birds, kangaroos, and even
sharks.
Advantages of Cheetah-Inspired
Prosthetics
1 Efficient Mechanics 2 Improved Mobility 3 Increased Comfort

The design of cheetah- Prosthetics designed The flexible and

inspired prosthetics
allows for more natural
and efficient movement,
reducing the physical
strain on the body.
with cheetah mechanics lightweight design of
in mind can enhance cheetah-inspired
stability, speed, and prosthetics makes them
overall mobility. more comfortable than
traditional models.
Challenges in Designing Cheetah-
Inspired Prosthetics
Material Selection
The materials that make up the
prosthetic must be strong and
durable, yet lightweight and flexible,
which can be a difficult balance to
achieve.

1 2 3

Mechanical Complexity Customization

Creating a prosthetic limb that mimics Prosthetics must be custom-fit to
the mechanics of a cheetah's leg each individual's unique needs and
requires a high level of skill and body shape, making mass production
technical expertise. a challenge.
Real-World Use and Benefits of Cheetah-
Inspired Prosthetics
Athletes Casual Users Children
Casual users benefit Children can benefit
Cheetah-inspired
from the increased from the increased
prosthetics have
mobility and comfort stability and
revolutionized sports for
that cheetah-inspired functionality of cheetah-
disabled athletes,
prosthetics provide, inspired prosthetics,
particularly in running
enabling them to allowing them to
and sprinting events.
participate in everyday participate in sports and
activities with greater other activities like any
ease. other child.
Future Developments and Possibilities
Artificial Intelligence
Integrating. AI technology would allow for
prosthetics that can better adapt to the
individual user's movements and needs
Improved Materials
Research into new materials could lead
to even lighter, stronger, and more
flexible designs.
3D Printing
Advancements in 3D printing technology
can lead to more affordable and efficient
production of customized prosthetics.
Human Limb Regeneration
Although still in the early stages of
research, there is a possibility that
prosthetic limbs may one day become
obsolete as medicine advances in the
field of limb regeneration.
Conclusion and Takeaway Notes

Final Thoughts Takeaway Notes

Cheetah-inspired prosthetics have come a Cheetah-inspired prosthetics are a result of

long way in recent years. They provide innovations in bio-inspired engineering.
improved mobility and comfort for users They mimic the mechanics of the animal's
and entail exciting possibilities for future leg to provide more natural movement for
advancements. amputees.