Author:
Kobayashi Hiroshi, ,Matsushita Taisuke,Ishida Yusuke,Kikuchi Kohki, ,
Abstract
To the paralyzed or those otherwise enable to move on their own, we have been developing ""muscle suit"" providing muscular support. Muscle suit are worn and use a McKibben actuator driven by compressed air. Because actuators are sewn into a garment, no metal frame is needed, making a muscle suit very light and cheap. Most medical and welfare apparatuses were developing for caregivers rather than patients in need of nursing, causing patients to lose their own identity and a positive attitude. With muscle suit, they could control their movement of their own will. Muscle suit are very helpful for muscular and mental support.
Publisher
Fuji Technology Press Ltd.
Subject
Electrical and Electronic Engineering,General Computer Science
Cited by
39 articles.
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