AIMC Topic: Equipment Design

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A Model-Based Method for Minimizing Reflected Motor Inertia in Off-board Actuation Systems: Applications in Exoskeleton Design.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
The research and development of wearable robotic devices has been accelerated by off-board control and actuation systems. While off-board robotic actuation systems provide many benefits, the impedance at the robotic joint is often high. High joint im...

Soft Robotic Bilateral Hand Rehabilitation System for Fine Motor Learning.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
This paper presents the development of a pneumatically actuated soft robotic based bilateral therapy system for hand rehabilitation in post-stroke patients. The goal is to use a healthy hand to guide the motion of the paretic hand using a sensorized ...

Design, Modelling, and Experimental Evaluation of a Compact Elastic Actuator for a Gait Assisting Exoskeleton.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
This paper presents a Transmissive Force Sensing Elastic Actuator (TFSEA) for exoskeleton applications. Exoskeletons can serve as orthotic or rehabilitative devices enabling people with paraplegia to walk. Several exoskeletons have been commercialize...

Gravity Compensation of an Exoskeleton Joint Using Constant-Force Springs.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
Stroke is one of the leading causes of impairment in the world. Many of those who have suffered a stroke experience long-term loss of upper-limb function as a result. BLUE SABINO is an exoskeleton device being developed at the University of Idaho to ...

A Human-assistive Robotic Platform with Quadrupedal Locomotion.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
Mobility impairment is becoming a challenging issue around the world with a rapid increase on aging population. Existing tools of walking assistance for mobility-impaired people include passive canes or wheeled rollators which increase energy consump...

Evaluation and Verification of A Novel Wrist Rehabilitation Robot employing Safety-related Mechanism.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
In this paper, we propose a wrist rehabilitation robot employing a novel actuation mechanism composed of electromagnetic clutch, brake, and motor and a safe-related mechanism. The actuation mechanism of the robot can perform both passive and active r...

Robot-Aided Upper-limb Proprioceptive Training in Three-Dimensional Space.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
Proprioception, the ability to sense body position and limb movements in space without visual feedback, is one of the key factors in controlling body movements and performing activities of daily living. However, this capability might be affected afte...

Design of a 3D Printed Soft Robotic Hand for Stroke Rehabilitation and Daily Activities Assistance.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
In this paper, we present the new personalized 3D printed soft robotic hand for providing rehabilitation training and daily activities assistance to stroke survivors. The Soft-Elastic Composite Actuator (SECA) on the robotic hand is direct 3D printed...

Voice Control Interface Prototype for Assistive Robots for People Living with Upper Limb Disabilities.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
This paper presents a voice control interface prototype for assistive robots aiming to help people living with upper limb disabilities to perform daily activities autonomously. Assistive robotic devices can be used to help people with upper-body disa...

Energy Density and Hysteresis Comparison in Natural Rubber Tube Springs for Wearable Exoskeleton Applications.

IEEE ... International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics : [proceedings]
Wearable exoskeletons show promise as a means for compensating lost function as well as for providing optimal assistance for maximal therapeutic benefit during everyday tasks. Development of lightweight spring systems for efficient storage and return...