Modelling and Simulation of Some Plantar Orthotic Components Behaviour

Abstract

The paper describes a research stage for manufacturing some plantar orthesis with for progressive correction of different foot deformities, focusing on prototyping materials. Two types of materials are taken into account: the first one refers on ABS plastic, the main advantage referring to prototyping precision and efficiency, especially for obtaining of any orthotic plantar components with role for progressive foot deformities correction. The second one refers to low-cost silicones, besides having the advantages of a high elasticity and prototyping efficiency. Both typed of new materials proved to be adequate by the point of view of strength and comfort when wearing shoes with orthopaedic insoles, from such of tested materials.