Design Methodology for Rehabilitation Robots: Application in an Exoskeleton for Upper Limb Rehabilitation

Cruz-Martínez, Giorgio Mackenzie; Avilés, Luis Adrián Zúñiga

doi:10.3390/app10165459

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“…Figure 3 describes this connection in the ExoMotion matrix. Besides the movement of human joints and limbs the flow of energy within the movements need to be addressed as well, as it was partially done by (Cruz Martínez and Z.-Avilés, 2020). Koller and Kastrup (1998) provide a suitable and in other fields applied list of elementary energy operators when dealing with flows of energy and function structures.…”

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“…However, it is not mentioned how the initial exoskeleton CAD-design is developed. Cruz Martínez and Z.-Avilés (2020) present a methodology for the design of upper limb rehabilitation devices. It is divided into three phases.…”

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“…Cruz Martínez and Z.-Avilés (2020) present a methodology for the design of upper limb rehabilitation devices. It is divided into three phases.…”

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Methodology for a Task-Specific and Personalised Development of an Initial Exoskeleton Design

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The use of exoskeletons promises improved ergonomics, empowerment of users and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders. However, the development process is complex and a generic development methodology that will guide and assist designers through it is missing. The goal of this paper is to describe a methodological approach that will assist the conceptual design of exoskeletons. Based on derived methodological requirements, activities 1, 2, and 3 of the VDI 2221 (Methodology for the development of technical products) are specified to adapt the generic guideline to the development process of exoskeletons. These activities include the analysis and determination of the relationship between the use case, product requirements and motions, technical functions, and design solutions. For generating a list of product requirements designers must focus on the workers’ motions and needs for a for a task-specific and personalised development. Use case specific movements are generalised by using rotational and translational basic movements that result in six degrees of freedom and from which a function structure is derived. The method is critically reviewed based on the established methodological requirements.

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“…This applies as well to devices used during paediatric occupational therapy to help therapists deliver their sessions and reach their clients' full potentials. Martínez and Avilés (2020) present a methodology to design rehabilitation devices by following a systematic process, starting from identification of the problem up to prototyping, however overlooking the use of AM. Recently, AM is becoming more commonly utilised in the rehabilitation field to design products, from prosthesis and orthoses to more complex devices such as therapeutic devices as well as hearing aid parts (Lee et al, 2019;Effendi et al, 2020;Sabarish et al, 2021).…”

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A Designers' Perspective on Additive Manufactured Smart Wearables for Paediatric Habilitation

Bonello

Farrugia

2022

Proc. Des. Soc.

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The aim of the paper is to identify from the perspective of designers, what is required to optimally design smart habilitation devices for additive manufacturing, whilst ensuring a high quality multi-user experience. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with designers to identify the key requirements to develop such devices. The outcome of this study will provide a preliminary framework for designers to take advantage of the state-of-the-art of design for additive manufacturing in order to meet the expectations of multiple users of smart devices for pediatric occupational therapy.

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“…Currently, rehabilitation technologies are part of strategies that facilitate the integration of people with trauma that generates disability, this is a harmonious understanding of technology, technology, and health [1]. James Reswick describes rehabilitation engineering as the application of science and technology to reduce the limitations of people with disabilities [2].…”

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Development and simulation of a device for upper limb rehabilitation

Dauren¹,

Zhetenbayev²,

Balbayev³

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Vib. proced.

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Robotics with exoskeletons has opened a new era of research in the field of modern rehabilitation and assistive technologies. The technology promises to improve the functionality of the upper limbs, which are necessary for daily operations. Exoskeleton technology is developing rapidly but requires interdisciplinary research to solve technical problems such as kinematic compatibility and the development of effective human-robot interaction. This article presents a new design of a device that helps to rehabilitate the upper extremities. The proposed design is characterized by a lightweight structure with an adaptable geometry for various users with low cost and easy to wear characteristics. The CAD model is developed for design details and for modeling, the results of which provide data on the feasibility of the proposed design and its characteristics in the main operational characteristics.

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Design Methodology for Rehabilitation Robots: Application in an Exoskeleton for Upper Limb Rehabilitation

Cited by 13 publications

References 18 publications

Methodology for a Task-Specific and Personalised Development of an Initial Exoskeleton Design

Methodology for a Task-Specific and Personalised Development of an Initial Exoskeleton Design

A Designers' Perspective on Additive Manufactured Smart Wearables for Paediatric Habilitation

Development and simulation of a device for upper limb rehabilitation

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