ORACULO

Professors Carlos Roldán Blay and Carlos Roldán Porta, from the Polytechnic University of Valencia, are the authors of the functional orthosis registered under patent ES2841875B2. This device is designed to assist patients with radial and cubital nerve paralysis, enabling simple actions such as opening the hand, grasping, and releasing objects, significantly improving their quality of life.

Thanks to the support of the Valencian Innovation Agency (AVI) and through the action line L1 "Valorization and transfer of research results," the team is developing a project aimed at improving and validating the orthosis, automating its manufacturing, and optimizing its design for scalable production.

The project "Orthosis for patients with low-cost radial and/or ulnar nerve paralysis" is funded by the European Union through the FEDER Operational Programme of the Valencian Community 2021-2027 and managed by the Valencian Innovation Agency (AVI). This project falls within the political objective OP1 "A more competitive and intelligent Europe", contributing to the development of research capabilities, innovation, and the implementation of advanced technologies

The project has an eligible budget of 132.943,79 €, fully funded with up to 60% co-financed by the FEDER. The corresponding annual budgets are::

• 2024: 10.728,79 €
• 2025: 49.592,50 €
• 2026: 72.622,50 €

Thanks to this funding, the project focuses on improving, validating, and transferring a functional orthosis for patients with paralysis in the radial and ulnar nerves, with special emphasis on scalable manufacturing and accessible design. These actions aim to advance social welfare through innovative and sustainable solutions aligned with the strategic priorities of innovation and sustainability in the Valencian Community.

Additional Information

The development of this project includes collaboration with technological and research centers, complying with the requirements established in European and national regulations on transparency and communication of FEDER co-financing. The full content of the applicable resolutions and instructions is available on the AVI portal (www.innoavi.es).

1. Main Objective:
   • Validate and optimize the patented orthosis, ensuring its economic accessibility and functional effectiveness for greater market acceptance
2. Specific Objectives:
   • Ergonomics and design. Improve the adaptability and comfort of the device for different users, ensuring a lightweight and functional design
   • Scalability. Automate the design and manufacturing process for efficient production, using 3D printing and anthropometric models
   • Inclusion. Ensure that the design is adaptable to all people, promoting gender equality and the inclusion of patients with disabilities
   • Clinical validation. Conduct functional tests with real users to ensure the effectiveness of the device
   • Technological transfer. Design dissemination strategies to bring the orthosis closer to the business and healthcare sectors

1. Phase 1 (2024):
   • Initial analysis of the current orthosis design and proposal of improvements
   • Technical specification of the necessary modifications to facilitate manufacturing and CE marking
2. Phase 2 (2025):
   • Development of structural and functional design improvements
   • Implementation of an automated graphic design and manufacturing system
   • Market analysis and commercialization strategies
3. Phase 3 (2026):
   • Validation of the prototype in real environments through clinical testing
   • Transfer of results to the business sector with presentations at specialized fairs and publication of results in technical journals

1. The project is supported by renowned technological centers:
   • Institute of Biomechanics of Valencia (IBV). Leader in anthropometric design and rehabilitation technologies
   • Institute of Health Research La Fe. Expert in clinical validation and functional design
   • FISABIO. Partner in final validation and usability analysis

The ORACULO Project represents an innovative and accessible solution for a common problem, with a focus on sustainability and advanced manufacturing. The use of 3D printing with recyclable materials not only reduces costs but also the environmental impact. Its success promises to improve the quality of life for thousands of patients worldwide.

Join us on this journey towards inclusive and sustainable rehabilitation!