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| Walk Training Assist Robot |
This is great news for people who are disabled or elderly. They could walk upright thanks to the help of a robot made by Toyota and the Fujita Health University Hospital in Japan. Starting 2013, the robots is on the market.
Indeed, last week (Nov, 2) four prototype robots were introduced to the Japanese public.
Intelligent robot that has sensors that detect the user's posture, grip strength and patient, as well as motor technology to control the movement of the desired user.
Indeed, last week (Nov, 2) four prototype robots were introduced to the Japanese public.
Intelligent robot that has sensors that detect the user's posture, grip strength and patient, as well as motor technology to control the movement of the desired user.
- The first robot, called the Independent Walk Assist has a computerized leg braces. Buffer is mounted on the patient's legs are paralyzed to help bend the knee and walking. This device can support a patient's weight and adjust its strength.
- The second robot uses similar technology, but focuses on retraining for those who experience problems in walking. Walk Training Assist Robot detects motion in the hip through sensors located in the legs and thighs.
Patient Transfer Assist Robot - Balance Training Assist is a third robot. This robot is helping those who struggle for balance when standing. This device has two wheels and play, strengthen the muscles of patients.
- The fourth and most advanced robot named Patient Transfer Assist. This device reduces caregiver burden therapist when transporting patients. With the combination of heavy and mobile platform support, the robot is clearly helping caregivers move patients, such as from bed to the bathroom. *** [TECHNEWSDAILY | KORAN TEMPO 3702]
