Design, Technology and Innovation: Jaipur Foot Case Study
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What is the main focus of the course mentioned in the text?

  • Orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation
  • Innovation using design and technology (correct)
  • Medical equipment and devices
  • Prosthetics design and manufacturing

What is the key characteristic of the Jaipur foot mentioned in the text?

  • It is implanted inside the body
  • It is designed for children with polio
  • It is a prosthetic device (correct)
  • It is made of metal

Who was the key collaborator in the development of the Jaipur foot according to the text?

  • An orthopedic surgeon named Dr.
  • A medical equipment designer
  • A bicycle manufacturer
  • A craftsman named Ram C Sharma (correct)

What was the key inspiration for Ram C Sharma in designing the Jaipur foot?

<p>Observing a bicycle on the road (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was the Jaipur foot initially developed according to the text?

<p>At the SMS Medical College in Jaipur (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main role of the doctor in the development of the Jaipur Foot?

<p>The doctor provided the technical details and specifications for the prosthetic foot. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main challenge faced by Sethi and the doctor in the initial development of the Jaipur Foot?

<p>They could not scale up the production of the Jaipur Foot beyond 10-20 prostheses. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the key role played by the IAS officer, Dr. Mehta, in the success of the Jaipur Foot?

<p>He took the Jaipur Foot out of the hospital and turned it into a successful social enterprise. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the common causes of amputation among the people who received the Jaipur Foot?

<p>Infections and injuries sustained while working in salt pans. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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