# Handy Robotic Extremities The Robotic Third Hand is a 3D-Printed Hand Attachment That Holds Tools By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-04-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-hand References: [3ders.org](http://www.3ders.org/articles/20150327-tim-giles-3d-printed-robotic-third-hand-could-be-workers-helper.html) & [hackaday.io](https://hackaday.io/project/3580) If you've ever found yourself in need of extra helping hand, this [3D-printed hand attachment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-hand1) might be of some use for the next time. Dubbed the Robotic Third Hand, this creation by engineer Timothy Giles was developed as an entry for the Hackaday [Everyday Carry Contest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titaner). The high-tech hand attachment is designed to [hold tools like screwdrivers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fixboy), so that they're more accessible than reaching for a table or toolbelt. The device is unobstructive enough to leave both sets of fingers free for handiwork, but when a screwdriver is needed, the wearer is able to press a button and have the tool placed in their hand. Although the device doesn't do any of the fixing itself, this 3D-printed attachment is a clever way to make sure that your tools are quite literally, always on hand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Robotic Prosthetics:** Developing 3D-printed robotic attachments to assist individuals with physical impairments. - **Wearable Robotics:** Creating low-profile robot attachments that can be worn to augment human capabilities. - **Automated Hand Tools:** Designing tools with built-in automation for improved accessibility and efficiency. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Manufacturing:** Integrating automated processes using robotic tools to enhance production efficiency. - **Healthcare:** Creating advanced prosthetics and wearables using 3D printing technology to benefit individuals with physical disabilities. - **Construction:** Developing robotic attachments that can be worn to assist with tasks and reduce physical strain for construction workers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reversible Robotic Hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reversible-robotic-hand.md) - [Robotic Hand Assistance Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bioservo-carbonhand.md) - [Affordable 3D-Printed Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunet.md) - [Versatile Rotary Tool Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotary-workshop.md) - [Rapidly Retractable Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-multitool.md) - [Dexterous Robotics Hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharpawave.md) - [Multi-Functional Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meboge.md) - [Lightweight Robotic Hand Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-hand1.md) - [Flower-Inspired Robotic Grippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-gripper.md)