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Generative AI in the design for additive manufacturing of orthotic devices – a literature review

Monim, Abdul (1,2); Obilanade, Didunoluwa (2); Törlind, Peter (2)

Type:
Papers
DS 145: Proceedings of the DESIGN2026 19th International Design Conference
Year:
2026
Editor:
Štorga, M.; Škec, S.; Martinec, T.; Marjanović, D.; Pavković, N.
Author:
Monim, Abdul (1,2); Obilanade, Didunoluwa (2); Törlind, Peter (2)
Series:
DESIGN
Institution:
1: Politecnico di Milano, Italy; 2: Luleå University of Technology, Sweden
Page(s):
2021-2030
DOI number:
10.1017/pds.2026.10560
ISSN:
2732-527X (Online)
Abstract:
Generative AI and additive manufacturing (AM) are shifting orthotic design from generic devices to data-driven, patient-specific solutions. This paper presents a systematic review of Generative AI in Design for AM (DfAM) for orthotic devices. It examines how AI-driven methods generate customised, lightweight orthoses via 3D printing, improving both design efficiency and anatomical fit. The review identifies biomechanical and workflow challenges that hinder adoption and outlines how Generative AI can advance orthotic DfAM, providing a conceptual workflow and suggestions for future research.
Keywords:
additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), generative design, biomedical applications, healthcare design
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