Reducing the energy cost of running using a lightweight, low-profile elastic exosuit.

Journal: Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation
PMID: 34461938

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Human beings can enhance their distance running performance with the help of assistive devices. Although several such devices are available, they are heavy and bulky, which limits their use in everyday activities. In this study, we developed a lightweight running assistive device with a low-profile design. The device applies a flexion moment to the hip according to the hip extension within a specific range of motion to assist running.

Authors

  • Jaeha Yang
    School of Mechanical Engineering, Chung-Ang University, 06974, Seoul, South Korea.
  • Junil Park
    School of Mechanical Engineering, Chung-Ang University, 06974, Seoul, South Korea.
  • Jihun Kim
    School of Electronics Engineering, Kyungpook National University, 1370 Sankyuk-Dong, Puk-Gu, Taegu 702-701, Republic of Korea.
  • Sungjin Park
    Department of Biomedical Engineering, College of Medicine, Gachon University, 38 3-dockjeomro, Namdong-gu, Incheon, 21565, South Korea.
  • Giuk Lee
    School of Mechanical Engineering, Chung-Ang University, 06974, Seoul, South Korea. giuklee@cau.ac.kr.

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