TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

This is a motorized exoskeleton with dampers plus additional detachable passive modules for patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy to stand up, walk, lift objects and run. This exoskeleton has several motors that are receiving orders from patient’s muscle contraction and mechanical force and angles.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Healthcare & Medical Devices

Technology Development Status: Concept

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 3

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

GOVT/EXTERNAL FUNDING SOURCES