Name: The emotion behind invention
Uploaded: 2010-04-06T08:41:00Z
Duration: 19 min 15 s
Description: Soldiers who've lost limbs in service face a daily struggle unimaginable to most of us. At TEDMED, Dean Kamen talks about the profound people and stories that motivated his work to give parts of their lives back with his design for a remarkable prosthetic arm.

Soldiers who've lost limbs in service face a daily struggle unimaginable to most of us. At TEDMED, Dean Kamen talks about the profound people and stories that motivated his work to give parts of their lives back with his design for a remarkable prosthetic arm.

Dean Kamen: The emotion behind invention

The emotion behind invention

Advanced prosthetics transform lives, offering soldiers who've lost limbs the chance to perform everyday tasks and regain autonomy.

The pursuit of innovation in prosthetic technology underscores the value of empathy and understanding in addressing veterans' needs.

Dedicated to giving back to those who've sacrificed, the development of a sophisticated prosthetic arm exemplifies unwavering commitment.