Scientists develop wearable robot that walks and fits itself on disabled people
The robot uses a frontal-docking method instead of a rear-sitting method, allowing people to wear the robot immediately without getting out of the wheelchair
Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have introduced a wearable robot for paralyzed individuals.
This innovative robot can walk to the user, allowing them to put it on directly from their wheelchairs without needing assistance from others.
KAIST announced the new version of the wearable robot for paraplegic individuals, the WalkON Suit F1, on October 24.
This robot is designed to assist individuals with the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Impairment Scale – A (complete paralysis) grade injuries, which represent the most severe level of paraplegia.
Its development purpose differs from other rehabilitation therapy and muscle strength assisting robots currently supplied nationally by Angel Robotics.
KAIST announced the WalkON Suit 1 in 2016 and introduced WalkON Suit 4 in 2020, increasing its walking speed to 3.2 km/h, which matches the normal walking speed of individuals without disabilities.
This robot is designed to assist individuals with the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Impairment Scale – A (complete paralysis) grade injuries, which represent the most severe level of paraplegia.
Its development purpose differs from other rehabilitation therapy and muscle strength assisting robots currently supplied nationally by Angel Robotics.
KAIST announced the WalkON Suit 1 in 2016 and introduced WalkON Suit 4 in 2020, increasing its walking speed to 3.2 km/h, which matches the normal walking speed of individuals without disabilities.
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