Scientists and engineers have made great strides in recent years with prosthetics and orthotics. In this program we discuss how designers simulate the anatomy and physiology of missing limbs. Though some prosthetics are simple and minimally functional, others are complex bionic artificial limbs with improved designs, using advanced hydraulics, lightweight materials such as carbon fiber and computer microprocessors and sensors. This program will highlight how advances in prosthetics have improved life for people with certain injuries and disabilities.

Originally released by TMW Media Group, 2016. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on February 08, 2017.

Loss of a Limb (2:36); --Prosthetic Hand and Foot (3:03); -- Mimicking Anatomy and Physiology (2:06); -- Careers in Prosthetics (2:19); -- Credits: Engineering: Prosthetic Innovations: Show Me Science (0:10); .