Project OLSN - EMG Hand for Kaeden Olson

Welcome to the Project OLSN repository! This project is dedicated to the development of an Electromyography (EMG) hand designed specifically for Kaeden Olson, a young boy born without his right hand. In this README, we will provide you with an overview of the project, its goals, features, and how to get started with it.

Table of Contents

• Project Overview
• Key Features
• Getting Started
• Contributing
• License

Current Team Members

• Zachary Bucknor-Smartt

  • Major: Mechanical Engineering Minors: Mathematics, Computer Science
  • Role: Project Lead, Hardware & Software
  • Year: Junior

• Willem Bannick

  • Major: Mechanical Engineering
  • Role: Hardware Design Team
  • Year: Junior

• Brendan Wyatt

  • Major: Mechanical Engineering
  • Role: Hardware Design Team
  • Year: Senior

• Ian Farrar

  • Major: Electrical Engineering, Minors: Computer Science
  • Role: Electronics & Software Team
  • Year: Junior

• Gael Mamenta

  • Major: Biomedical Engineering
  • Role: Hardware Design Team
  • Year: Sophomore

• Sky McDaniel

  • Major: Electrical Engineering
  • Role: Electronics & Software Team
  • Year: Junior

• Salina Teng

  • Major: Electrical Engineering, Minors: Computer Science
  • Role: Electronics & Software Team
  • Year: Junior

• William McGarity

  • Major: Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Tech
  • Role: Hardware Design Team
  • Year: Sophomore

• Thomas Dawson

  • Major: Electrical Engineering
  • Role: Electronics & Software Team
  • Year: Senior

• Dharmik Patel

  • Major: Computer Engineering
  • Role: Electronics & Software Team
  • Year: Sophomore

• Landry Graves

  • Major: Mechanical Engineering
  • Role: Hardware Design Team
  • Year: Junior

• Daniel Fernandez

  • Major: Mechanical Engineering
  • Role: Hardware Design Team
  • Year: Junior

• Lex Landreneau

  • Major: Biomedical Engineering
  • Role: Hardware Design Team
  • Year: Junior

Project Overview

Kaeden Olson is the inspiration behind Project OLSN, and this project aims to create a specialized EMG hand that will greatly improve Kaeden's quality of life. Electromyography (EMG) technology allows for the measurement of electrical activity in the muscles, which can be harnessed to control prosthetic limbs or other assistive devices. This EMG hand will be tailored to Kaeden's unique needs, enabling them to regain dexterity and independence.

The primary objectives of this project are as follows:

• Design and build a functional EMG hand that can be controlled by the user's muscle signals.
• Customize the hand to match Kaeden's physical and functional requirements.
• Continuously improve and refine the design and functionality based on feedback and advancements in technology.

Key Features

• EMG Control: The EMG hand allows Kaeden to control its movements and grip through muscle signals, providing a natural and intuitive user experience.

• Customization: The hand is personalized to Kaeden's specific needs, ensuring a comfortable fit and optimal functionality.

• User-Friendly Interface: The interface is designed to be easy to use and configure, making it accessible for Kaeden and their caregivers.

• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to ongoing development, incorporating feedback and advancements in EMG technology to enhance the hand's performance and capabilities.

Getting Started

To get started with Project OLSN, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/Project-OLSN.git
   

2. Install Dependencies: Depending on the software and hardware components used, install the required dependencies and libraries as outlined in the project documentation.

3. Build the EMG Hand: Follow the instructions in the project's documentation to assemble and configure the EMG hand for Kaeden's specific needs.

4. Calibration and Testing: Perform the necessary calibration and testing to ensure the EMG hand functions correctly and comfortably for Kaeden.

5. Contribute: If you have ideas or improvements to contribute, please refer to the Contributing section below.

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the open-source community and anyone interested in enhancing this project. To contribute:

1. Fork the repository.

2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix:

   git checkout -b feature/new-feature
   

3. Make your changes and commit them:

   git commit -m "Add new feature"
   

4. Push your changes to your fork:

   git push origin feature/new-feature
   

5. Create a pull request to the main branch of this repository.

We appreciate your contributions, whether it's in the form of code, documentation, or ideas.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License, which means that you are free to use, modify, and distribute the code as long as you provide proper attribution and include the original license in your distribution. Please review the full license for more details.

Thank you for your interest in Project OLSN, and we look forward to your contributions and support in helping Kaeden regain their independence with the specialized EMG hand. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.