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Abstract：
Victoria Hand Project (VHP) is a Canadian charity with a mission to provide 3D printed prosthetic arms to people in-need across the world, by partnering with prosthetic care providers. This article explores the journey of VHP, sharing insights, lessons learned, ongoing directions, and the impact of 3D printing on prosthetic care for people with upper-limb amputation. Benefits such as affordability and customization are explored, as well as the challenges encountered, including quality control and the steep learning curve associated with working in the digital 3D space. Through this article, the potential of 3D printing to continue to transform the field of assistive technology and prosthetic and orthotic applications is underscored, especially when used for collaborative, humanitarian initiatives.
摘要：
维多利亚手项目（VHP）是一家加拿大慈善机构，其使命是为世界各地有需要的人提供3D打印假肢。通过与假肢护理提供者合作。本文探讨了VHP的旅程，分享见解,吸取的教训,正在进行的方向，以及3D打印对上肢截肢患者假肢护理的影响。探索了可负担性和定制性等好处，以及遇到的挑战，包括质量控制和与在数字3D空间中工作相关的陡峭学习曲线。通过这篇文章,强调了3D打印继续改变辅助技术以及假肢和矫形应用领域的潜力，特别是当用于协作时，人道主义倡议。
