3D Printed Polymer Ankle Foot Orthoses 26-27 S1

The FROM SCAN TO SUPPORT: 3D PRINTED POLYMER ANKLE FOOT ORTHOSES course aims to provide students with knowledge on:

• Understanding the clinical context and functional requirements of ankle-foot orthoses.
• Acquiring and processing 3D scan data of anatomical structures.
• Designing personalised orthotic devices using CAD software.
• Selecting appropriate materials and additive manufacturing parameters for medical applications.
• Understanding the principles of FDM/FFF 3D printing technologies.
• Performing basic mechanical analyses and interpreting the results of experimental tests.
• Applying introductory finite element analysis (FEM) to orthotic structures.
• Evaluating the quality, usability, and limitations of 3D-printed medical devices.
• Working effectively in interdisciplinary engineering-medical teams.
• Communicating technical concepts related to biomedical design and additive manufacturing.

The programme of the course is divided into units:

1. Clinical background and biomechanics of ankle-foot orthoses
2. 3D scanning and digital data processing
3. CAD modelling and orthosis design
4. Additive manufacturing technologies and materials
5. Mechanical testing and validation methods

For a detailed description of the course, please refer to the course study guide above (it will open in a new tab).

Timetable:

2.10.2026 – Introduction & clinical context
9.10.2026 – 3D scanning & data processing
16.10.2026 – CAD modelling & orthosis design
23.10.2026 – Additive manufacturing & materials
6.11.2026 – Mechanical analysis & validation

• EUNICE bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral student: enrolled as a student in one of the universities of EUNICE European University consortium (check the partner universities here).
• Open to students of Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Product Design, Rehabilitation Technologies and related programmes.
• English B2.

Study Level: Bachelor, Master, PhD

• Submit your application via the button ‘Apply Now’.
• Please keep in mind that the number of participants could be limited for each course. Application does not guarantee enrolment in the course.
• The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
• Your home university will inform you whether you have been accepted and provide further information about the next steps.

Specific instructions in some universities:

• BTU students: a Learning Agreement must be completed in advance in coordination with your departmental advisor. Please contact your examination office and study programme coordinator in good time once you are accepted for the courses you would like to attend. For any other questions you can contact: eunice@b-tu.de
• UPHF students: make sure to ask the approval of your director of studies (responsable pédagogique) before applying. For any question, you can contact the EUNICE office: eunice@uphf.fr
• UoP students: questions about enrolment and recognition can be answered by your Director of Studies or ECTS Coordinator, or you can contact eunice@go.uop.gr

Any questions about enrolment or credit recognition? Contact your EUNICE courses coordinator.