Soft Exo-Suit for Arm

Rehabilitation Robotics

A soft, wearable suit that assists arm movement, helping users regain mobility for daily tasks and rehabilitation through elbow, wrist, and shoulder support.
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Institute:
Mahindra University

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PI Name:
Dr. Deep Seth

Technology Readiness Level (TRL)
4

Problem
Addressed

Development of a soft exo-suit for the arm that facilitates movement with specific degrees of freedom (DOF) in elbow and wrist joints, enhancing mobility and functionality

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About the
Technology

  • The technology involves a soft exo-suit designed to support arm movement
  • Incorporating three degrees of freedom (3 DOF) that include elbow flexion/extension and wrist flexion/ extension as well as adduction/abduction
  • Degrees of Freedom: Involves 3 DOF for comprehensive arm movement.
  • Joint Controls: Incorporates control of all joints to operate within a designated range of motion.

Application Areas & Use Cases

  • The exo-suit can potentially be used in
    rehabilitation, and assistive devices
  • Enhancing the functional capabilities of individuals
    requiring support in elbow and wrist movements
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Cable Actuated Exosuit: Nylon Braided cable
4 DOF Wearable Robot: Fabric: Nylon
Motor Torque - 0.5 N-m: Weight: 2.5 KG
No. of Actuators - 6: Weight w/o Motors: 0.4 Kg
Gravity assisted joint - 1: Anchor Points: ABS/PLA
controller: NI - sbRio: Motor Type: DC Geared
Feedback: NI Encoder: Biosignal: EMG