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Robust Control of a Cable-Driven Soft Exoskeleton Joint for Intrinsic Human-Robot Interaction.

IEEE transactions on neural systems and rehabilitation engineering : a publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Mar 1, 2017
A novel, cable-driven soft joint is presented for use in robotic rehabilitation exoskeletons to provide intrinsic, comfortable human-robot interaction. The torque-displacement characteristics of the soft elastomeric core contained within the joint ar...
Algorithms Computer Simulation Reproducibility of Results Sensitivity and Specificity Feedback Humans Exoskeleton Device Man-Machine Systems Neurological Rehabilitation Elastic Modulus Joint Prosthesis Robotics Equipment Design Artificial Limbs Models, Biological Equipment Failure Analysis
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Robotic-assisted gait training in Parkinson's disease: a three-month follow-up randomized clinical trial.

The International journal of neuroscience Feb 13, 2017
PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a robotic-assisted gait training (RAGT), together with a conventional exercise program (CEP), to improve PD ambulation, as compared to standard gait training.
Outcome Assessment, Health Care Therapy, Computer-Assisted Gait Disorders, Neurologic Neurological Rehabilitation Humans Female Middle Aged Aged Follow-Up Studies Aged, 80 and over Parkinson Disease Male Robotics Exercise Therapy
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A Wearable Hip Assist Robot Can Improve Gait Function and Cardiopulmonary Metabolic Efficiency in Elderly Adults.

IEEE transactions on neural systems and rehabilitation engineering : a publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Feb 6, 2017
The aims of this paper were to investigate the effectiveness of a newly developed wearable hip assist robot, that uses an active assist algorithm to improve gait function, muscle effort, and cardiopulmonary metabolic efficiency in elderly adults. Thi...
Reproducibility of Results Aged Aged, 80 and over Sensitivity and Specificity Male Humans Female Equipment Failure Analysis Exoskeleton Device Gait Disorders, Neurologic Neurological Rehabilitation Treatment Outcome Joint Prosthesis Robotics Oxygen Consumption Equipment Design
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Design and Characterization of an Exoskeleton for Perturbing the Knee During Gait.

IEEE transactions on bio-medical engineering Jan 20, 2017
OBJECTIVE: An improved understanding of mechanical impedance modulation in human joints would provide insights about the neuromechanics underlying functional movements. Experimental estimation of impedance requires specialized tools with highly repro...
Range of Motion, Articular Equipment Failure Analysis Exoskeleton Device Gait Disorders, Neurologic Neurological Rehabilitation Treatment Outcome Robotics Equipment Design Knee Joint Humans Gait Reproducibility of Results Sensitivity and Specificity
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WAKE-Up Exoskeleton to Assist Children With Cerebral Palsy: Design and Preliminary Evaluation in Level Walking.

IEEE transactions on neural systems and rehabilitation engineering : a publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Jan 11, 2017
This paper presents the modular design and control of a novel compliant lower limbmulti-joint exoskeleton for the rehabilitation of ankle kneemobility and locomotion of pediatric patients with neurological diseases, such as Cerebral Palsy (CP). The d...
Equipment Design Walking Gait Cerebral Palsy Equipment Failure Analysis Pilot Projects Child, Preschool Treatment Outcome Robotics Exoskeleton Device Gait Disorders, Neurologic Neurological Rehabilitation Humans Female Reproducibility of Results Sensitivity and Specificity Male
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Biofeedback Signals for Robotic Rehabilitation: Assessment of Wrist Muscle Activation Patterns in Healthy Humans.

IEEE transactions on neural systems and rehabilitation engineering : a publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Dec 6, 2016
Electrophysiological recordings from human muscles can serve as control signals for robotic rehabilitation devices. Given that many diseases affecting the human sensorimotor system are associated with abnormal patterns of muscle activation, such biof...
Neurological Rehabilitation Female Young Adult Humans Biofeedback, Psychology Male Wrist Muscle, Skeletal Electromyography Robotics Reference Values Muscle Contraction
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Quantitative EEG Evaluation During Robot-Assisted Foot Movement.

IEEE transactions on neural systems and rehabilitation engineering : a publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Nov 9, 2016
Passiveand imagined limbmovements induce changes in cerebral oscillatory activity. Central modulatory effects play a role in plastic changes, and are of uttermost importance in rehabilitation. This has extensively been studied for upper limb, but les...
Humans Algorithms Brain Female Sensitivity and Specificity Male Middle Aged Robotics Electroencephalography Equipment Failure Analysis Movement Exoskeleton Device Range of Motion, Articular Neurological Rehabilitation Brain-Computer Interfaces Task Performance and Analysis Foot
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A Robotic Coach Architecture for Elder Care (ROCARE) Based on Multi-User Engagement Models.

IEEE transactions on neural systems and rehabilitation engineering : a publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Sep 13, 2016
The aging population with its concomitant medical conditions, physical and cognitive impairments, at a time of strained resources, establishes the urgent need to explore advanced technologies that may enhance function and quality of life. Recently, r...
Neurological Rehabilitation Cognition Disorders Feasibility Studies Humans Equipment Failure Analysis Geriatric Assessment Male Man-Machine Systems Activities of Daily Living Social Support Physical Therapy Modalities Female Patient Satisfaction Pilot Projects Self-Help Devices Reproducibility of Results Robotics Aged Equipment Design Aged, 80 and over Sensitivity and Specificity
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Gait-Event-Based Synchronization Method for Gait Rehabilitation Robots via a Bioinspired Adaptive Oscillator.

IEEE transactions on bio-medical engineering Aug 30, 2016
In the field of gait rehabilitation robotics, achieving human-robot synchronization is very important. In this paper, a novel human-robot synchronization method using gait event information is proposed. This method includes two steps. First, seven ga...
Exoskeleton Device Humans Oscillometry Gait Disorders, Neurologic Computer Simulation Neurological Rehabilitation Models, Biological Treatment Outcome Biomimetic Materials Robotics Therapy, Computer-Assisted Equipment Design Equipment Failure Analysis
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Performing Complex Tasks by Users With Upper-Extremity Disabilities Using a 6-DOF Robotic Arm: A Study.

IEEE transactions on neural systems and rehabilitation engineering : a publication of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Aug 26, 2016
In this paper, we report on the results of a study that was conducted to examine how users suffering from severe upper-extremity disabilities can control a 6 degrees-of-freedom (DOF) robotics arm to complete complex activities of daily living. The fo...
Equipment Failure Analysis Male Humans Upper Extremity Middle Aged Female Man-Machine Systems Robotics Reproducibility of Results Neurological Rehabilitation Equipment Design Sensitivity and Specificity Movement Disorders Psychomotor Performance
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