by joel la croix . a wearable robot is a mechatronic system that is designed around the shape and...
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What is a Wearable Robot?
A Wearable robot is a mechatronic system that is designed around the shape and function of the human body, with segments and joints corresponding to those of the person it is externally coupled with
Brief History
The first exoskeleton was co-developed by GE and the U.S. military in the 60’s.
It was named Hardiman.
It allowed the user to lift loads up to 1500pounds with ease.
Was not successful
Hardiman
Applications
Military Use UC Berkerly/Lockhead Sarcos/ Raytheon
Personal Use Cyberdyne’s HAL5 Honda Exoskeleton LegsRex Bionics Robotic Exoskeleton LegsM.I.T Media Labs Biomechatronics Group Legs
UC Berkerly/Lockhead
Sarcos/ Raytheon
Cyberdyne’s HAL5
Honda Exoskeleton Legs
Rex Bionics Robotic Exoskeleton Legs
M.I.T Media Labs Biomechatronics Group Legs
Limitations
Power Supply
Making it Strong but lightweight
Flexibility
Power control / modulation
Unsafe movements
Video links
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iT7IXfcifHE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hkCcoenLW4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdK2y3lphmE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fy7ipDAyXtI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2NcMwhFU-w