10 Interesting Fact About Artificial organs and prosthetics

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• The first artificial organ that was successfully implanted in humans was an artificial heart in 1982.
• Prosthetic was first used in ancient times using wood and metals.
• Modern prosthetic was first developed in World War II to help soldiers who lose limbs.
• Artificial organs can be made from synthetic materials such as plastic, metal, and glass.
• Modern prosthetic can be controlled by the human brain through electrode technology.
• In recent years, 3D printing technology has been used to create artificial and prosthetic organs.
• Some artificial organs such as the heart and kidney can function without the help of electricity.
• Modern prosthetic can be programmed to make the same movements as the original limbs.
• Modern prosthetic can be designed to allow users to feel touch and temperature.
• There are organizations such as The Open Prosthetics Project that provides free designs for prosthetic that can be printed 3D.