HOPE-G: A new design for gait rehabilitation robotic structure

  • Lucas A. O. Rodrigues UFU
  • Vinícius Vigolo UFSC
  • Antonio Carlos Valdiero UFSC
  • Rogério S. Gonçalves UFU

Resumo


This research focuses on the development of the two mechanical models of HOPE-G, a gait rehabilitation robot. It describes the methodological approaches for dimensioning pneumatic actuation systems and the parallel manipulator in the body weight support. Simulation results show that the operating point method balances energy efficiency and dynamic performance. Additionally, experimental tests with healthy volunteers confirm the mobility and potential effectiveness of the integrated system for gait training with a serious game. Finally, the preliminary results highlight the potential benefits of the novel structure in rehabilitation processes.

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09/10/2023
RODRIGUES, Lucas A. O.; VIGOLO, Vinícius; VALDIERO, Antonio Carlos; GONÇALVES, Rogério S.. HOPE-G: A new design for gait rehabilitation robotic structure. In: CONCURSO DE TESES E DISSERTAÇÕES EM ROBÓTICA - CTDR (DOUTORADO) - SIMPÓSIO BRASILEIRO DE ROBÓTICA E SIMPÓSIO LATINO-AMERICANO DE ROBÓTICA (SBR/LARS), 15. , 2023, Salvador/BA. Anais [...]. Porto Alegre: Sociedade Brasileira de Computação, 2023 . p. 85-94. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/sbrlars_estendido.2023.233375.