Title :
Evaluation of the Aid Provided by an Exoskeleton in the Reduction of the Joint Torques Exerted by Human Lower Limbs: A Simulation Study
Author :
Mendez, Cristian ; Aoustin, Yannick ; Rengifo, Carlos ; Ordonez, Jose Armando
Abstract :
The purpose of this study is proposing the modeling for human-exoskeleton joint structure. The model of the exoskeleton human union implies a mechanical structure with cinematic constraints. Starting out from this model, we present some simulation tests, which allow analyze some human disabilities that may be presented in lower limbs. Finally, it is demonstrated how the use of our proposed mechanism for walking assistance, compensates mobility problems that may be presented in humans during the walking cycle.
Keywords :
bone; gait analysis; handicapped aids; medical disorders; torque; aid evaluation; cinematic constraints; exoskeleton human union; human disabilities; human lower limbs; human-exoskeleton joint structure; joint torques reduction; mechanical structure; mobility problems; walking assistance; walking cycle; Analytical models; Exoskeletons; Jacobian matrices; Joints; Legged locomotion; Vectors; Human-exoskeleton; cinematic constraints; dynamic model;
Journal_Title :
Latin America Transactions, IEEE (Revista IEEE America Latina)
DOI :
10.1109/TLA.2015.7055560