Charlotte, a green sea turtle at Connecticut's Mystic Aquarium, has been fitted with a custom 3D-printed harness to address "bubble butt syndrome," a condition caused by a boat strike that damaged his shell and spinal cord, leading to buoyancy issues. The harness, developed with the assistance of 3D-printing solutions company Adia and New Balance Athletics, allows for adjustable weights to help Charlotte swim more smoothly. This innovative approach not only improves Charlotte's quality of life but also showcases the potential of technology in wildlife rehabilitation. This groundbreaking use of 3D printing to create tailored solutions for injured wildlife paves the way for future advancements in animal rehabilitation, offering hope for more species to benefit from customized, tech-driven care.
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