Vulcan Grip

Versatile object holder, clasping onto everyday tools with a ‘vulcan’ grip.

Black 3D-printed Vulcan Grip assembly pieces on a 3D printer bed.

The wrap around mounting strap intended to secure equipment to a body part or cylindrical object, such as a leg, arm, or medical device housing. The perforated design strap is meant to be lightweight, flexible, and adjustable.

In short, this perforated flexible mounting strap designed to secure wearable hardware comfortably and adjustably to the body.

Black perforated flexible strap component of the Vulcan Grip laid flat on a white surface.

Assmebly Piece designed by Stefan Henry

Flexible Strap designed by engineer Apoorva Avadhana

3D rendering of the 2017 Vulcan Grip worn on a hand while holding a paddle.

2017 version of Vulcan Grip

Eli Ramos wearing a 2017 Vulcan Grip prototype while holding a drumstick.
Eli Ramos using the Vulcan Grip to hold a drumstick while playing electronic drums.

Top: Co-Founder Eli Ramos trying on 2017 Vulcan Grip
Bottom: Eli using Vulcan Grip to play drums

Process

The development of the Vulcan Grip assistive hand device, comparing the original 2017 design concept with a real prototype being used by one of the project’s founders.

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