DigiClap

DigiClap is a revolutionary, intelligent product-service system designed to empower individuals with hand dysfunction. By integrating Artificial Intelligence with commercially available games, the platform motivates users to develop functional hand skills through personalized, real-time adaptability tailored to their unique needs.

Modular

Finger attachments can be added/removed depending on the activity being conducted.

Adjustable Rings

Rings are sized according to the individuals’ finger size, while being adjustable for comfort and variance in the finger size.

Personalised

The device can be modified to fit the likings and identity of the child, by changing its colour and engraving their initials/name on it.

Splint Attachment

Via reverse engineering a splint can be attached to the device, depending on the needs of the end-user.

Information

About Us

Our mission is to increase motivation during therapy sessions, supporting rehabilitation and ultimately improving quality of life. By employing a user-centered design approach, our team focuses on deeply understanding individual needs. This allows us to cater to a diverse range of users with hand dysfunction, helping them develop the specific skills required to lead more independent lives.

Our Team

Meet the team that are working on this project

Philip Farrugia

Philip Farrugia

Product Design and Lead Inventor


Creative, always focused and passionate about product design innovation.

Nathalie Buhagiar

Nathalie Buhagiar

Expert Paediatric Occupational Therapist and Occupational Scientist.

Resilient, motivated and passionate about research and practice with children.

Simon Fabri

Simon Fabri

Control Systems Expert



Diligent, rational, proactive and practical.

Alexiei Dingli

Alexiei Dingli

Game Developer and AI Expert


Passionately curious and doesn't stop learning.

Matthew Bonello

Matthew Bonello

Researcher




Creative, adaptable and determined.


Sharon Borg

Sharon Borg

Assisitive Technology Consultant and Occupational Therapist


Inquisitive, problem solver and passionate about helping others to gain independence through assistive technology.

Mario Farrguia

Mario Farrguia

Researcher




Curious, pragmatic and open minded.


Anthony Demanuele

Anthony Demanuele

Founder/Tech Lead at Flying Squirrel Games

Focused and disciplined, always exploring new tech with a focus on creating commercially viable solutions.

Jake Chetcuti

Jake Chetcuti

Software Developer

Creative and logical, with a focus on learning and problem-solving.

Blog

Latest News

Recent updates on this project

Dissemination

R&I Business Breakfast

DigiClap was showcased during the R&I business breakfast, a collaborative event between Xjenza Malta and the Parliamentary Secretariat.By focusing on the core problem, solution, and impact of our project, we …

Dissemination

TechXpo 2025

Last week the team had the opportunity to showcase DigiClap at the TechXpo Malta, joining a community of other inventors and cutting-edge technologies.Sharing our progress and establishing connections with both …

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Get in touch

Contact Us



Faculty of Engineering,
Room 007 / 428,
Msida, MSD2080,
University of Malta
(+356) 2340 2045
digiclap@um.edu.mt