Artículos

Simulator of the Spatial Location of the Knee Axis of Rotation During Flexion
Knee simulator mechanisms use a single degree of freedom and do not consider Genu varum and Genu valgum clinical scenarios in design, leading to a lack of a comprehensive approach...
Año de publicación: 2024
EMG and IMU Data Fusion for Locomotion Mode Classification in Transtibial Amputees
Abstract: Despite recent advancements in prosthetic technology, lower-limb amputees often remain limited to passive prostheses, which leads to an asymmetric gait and increased energy expenditure. Developing active prostheses with effective...
Año de publicación: 2023
A Review of Parallel Robots: Rehabilitation, Assistance, and Humanoid Applications for Neck, Shoulder, Wrist, Hip, and Ankle Joints
This review article presents an in-depth examination of research and development in the fields of rehabilitation, assistive technologies, and humanoid robots. It focuses on parallel robots designed for human body...
Año de publicación: 2023
Evaluación de la Inclusión Laboral de Personas con Discapacidad Auditiva Asistidos con Tecnología
Fomentar la inclusión laboral de trabajadores con discapacidad, permite que estos logren su autonomía tanto funcional como económica. Para lograr inclusión, los espacios laborales deben ser adaptados de acuerdo al...
Año de publicación: 2023
The LIBRA NeuroLimb: Hybrid Real-Time Control and Mechatronic Design for Affordable Prosthetics in Developing Regions
Globally, 2.5% of upper limb amputations are transhumeral, and both mechanical and electronic prosthetics are being developed for individuals with this condition. Mechanics often require compensatory movements that can lead...
Año de publicación: 2023
Design and Characterization of a Soft Robotic Wrist Brace for Pediatric Rehabilitation
This research presents a study on the development and characterization of a soft robotic wrist brace specifically designed for children’s rehabilitation. The wrist brace has one pneumatic actuator which grants...
Año de publicación: 2023
Testing protocol for evaluating underhand serve-reception biomechanics in volleyball
A testing protocol for conducting biomechanical underhand serve-reception evaluation in volleyball in match-like conditions is presented. A launcher sends a ball over the net toward the reception zone for the...
Año de publicación: 2022
Three-Axis Sensor Development for Ground Reaction Forces Measurement with Sports Applications
Pattern analysis of ground reaction forces (GRF) exerted by athletes during sports execution helps coaches design appropriate training to enhance athletes’ performance and prevent injuries. Nevertheless, few portable devices are...
Año de publicación: 2022
A 3D-Printed Knee Wearable Goniometer with a Mobile-App Interface for Measuring Range of Motion and Monitoring Activities
Wearable technology has been developed in recent years to monitor biomechanical variables in less restricted environments and in a more affordable way than optical motion capture systems. This paper proposes...
Año de publicación: 2022
Control Strategies for Gait Tele-Rehabilitation System Based on Parallel Robotics
Among end-effector robots for lower limb rehabilitation, systems based on Stewart–Gough platforms enable independent movement of each foot in six degrees of freedom. Nevertheless, control strategies described in recent literature...
Año de publicación: 2022