A consideration of the elbow as a tensegrity structure

Scarr, Graham

doi:10.1016/j.ijosm.2011.11.003

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“…Turvey and Fonseca discuss the need to build and study active tensegrity joints of the elbow based upon the passive elbow design of Scarr [6], [7]. In this design, the elbow is treated as compression elements (i.e.…”

Section: B Tensegrity Structures and Roboticsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Although this model does not heavily focus on anatomical accuracy, it illustrates The design for the first passive structure simulated. This was based upon Scarr's passive tensegrity elbow [7] that the basic hinge seen in traditional elbow models can be redesigned with the tensegrity principles.…”

Section: B Tensegrity Structures and Roboticsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…1) Passive Models: The passive models were first constructed to verify the claims made by Scarr [7]. These models did not use motors for actuation, but could still be manually controlled by pulling on specific strings.…”

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A lightweight, multi-axis compliant tensegrity joint

Lessard

Bruce

Jung

et al. 2016

2016 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA)

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Abstract-In this paper, we present a light-weight, multiaxis compliant tenegrity joint that is biologically inspired by the human elbow. This tensegrity elbow actuates by shortening and lengthening cable in a method inspired by muscular actuation in a person. Unlike many series elastic actuators, this joint is structurally compliant not just along each axis of rotation, but along other axes as well. Compliant robotic joints are indispensable in unpredictable environments, including ones where the robot must interface with a person. The joint also addresses the need for functional redundancy and flexibility, traits which are required for many applications that investigate the use of biologically accurate robotic models.

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Section: B Tensegrity Structures and Roboticsmentioning

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Section: B Tensegrity Structures and Roboticsmentioning

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A lightweight, multi-axis compliant tensegrity joint

Lessard

Bruce

Jung

et al. 2016

2016 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA)

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“…The human elbow consists of three articulations: the ulnohumeral, the radiocapitellar and the proximal radioulnar joint. In biomechanics it is commonly described as a uniaxial hinge joint and the pivot of proximal forearm rotation [11]. As such it gives two degrees of freedom enabling a flexion range up to 135° and a pronation -supination sum 150° approximately.…”

Section: Anatomy Of the Elbowmentioning

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“…The musculocutaneous, the radial, the median and the ulnar nerves run in the area and innervate the elbow structures along with other muscles of the upper extremity. If seen in a more detail [11], all anatomical structures of the upper extremity are correlated and any declination from 'normal' may cause muscle imbalance and increase tendon loads resulting in any elbow lesions.…”

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"Tennis elbow". A challenging call for computation and medicine

Sfetsioris¹,

Bontioti²

2014

AIP Conference Proceedings

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An attempt to give an insight on the features composing this musculotendinous disorder. We address the issues of definition, pathophysiology and the mechanism underlying the onset and the occurrence of the disease, diagnosis and diagnostic tools as well as the methods of treatment. We focus mostly on conservative treatment protocols and we recognize the need for a more thorough investigation with the aid of computation.

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Myofascial chains of the upper limb: A systematic review of anatomical studies

Wilke

Krause

2019

Clinical Anatomy

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The presence of structural in-series continuity between skeletal muscles has been confirmed in the trunk and lower extremity. However, it is not yet clear whether the same architecture can be found in the upper limb. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to review the available literature considering the existence of myofascial chains in the shoulder-arm region. Two independent investigators performed a systematic literature search using MEDLINE (PubMed) and Google Scholar (each 1900-2019). Peer-reviewed anatomical dissection studies reporting myofascial inseries continuity in the upper extremity were included. The methodological quality of the included studies was assessed by the QUACS scale. Thirteen studies were included in the review. Analysis of these papers led to the identification of three myofascial chains: the ventral arm chain (pectoralis major, brachial fascia/biceps brachii, flexor carpi ulnaris/brachioradialis/supinator, based on five studies); the lateral arm chain (trapezius, deltoideus, lateral intermuscular septum/brachialis, brachioradialis, four studies); and the dorsal arm chain (latissiumus dorsi/teres minor/infraspinatus, triceps brachii, anconeus, extensor carpi ulnaris, six studies). There is good evidence for direct serial tissue continuity extending from the neck and shoulder region to the forearm. Despite this intriguing finding, which could have implications for health professionals and the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, further research is needed to establish the mechanical relevance of the identified myofascial chains. Clin. Anat. 32:934-940, 2019.

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A consideration of the elbow as a tensegrity structure

Cited by 34 publications

References 59 publications

A lightweight, multi-axis compliant tensegrity joint

A lightweight, multi-axis compliant tensegrity joint

"Tennis elbow". A challenging call for computation and medicine

Myofascial chains of the upper limb: A systematic review of anatomical studies

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