Remaining force transferring mechanism for exoskeletal robot to operate wheelchair

摘要: There are estimated to be approximately 3.5 million disabled people in Japan, and about half handicapped the lower or upper limb. Recently, exoskeletons have been receiving attention as potential aids for such individuals. They can make up lost body muscle, support walking standing-up motions. Robots assist by providing force needed motion with power of an actuator. When used daily living, operator must wear robot mechanism order transfer its weight from peripheral device (e.g., control device, battery, compressor) operation. Thus, robot's usage environment is limited. We consider it important that assistance supports necessary motions does not affect other living. In case elderly, often end motor functions decline (such limbs), but medial region muscles remain, these huge. this study, we focused on groups muscles. developed a remaining operational hand, designed exoskeleton mechanism. addition, system operator's motion, changes via original actuator when using robot.