Comprehensive Review on Main Technology of Exoskeletal Robot System for Upper Limb Rehabilitation

Abstract:

Major function of exoskeletal robot system for upper limbs rehabilitation is to assist patient to carry out upper limbs’ rehabilitation training. Main technology of exoskeletal robot system for upper limbs rehabilitation includes design of mechanical structure of exoskeletal robot, design of control system of exoskeletal robot and implemention of data and information transmission between exoskeletal robot and upper limbs of human body. Reviewing and analyzing the specific technical development and deficiency in field of exoskeletal robot system for upper limbs rehabilitation will be important way in improving and upgrading the technology in future. Current development trend of main technology is to advance degree of comfort, accuracy and effect in rehabilitation training. Further development trend of main technology henceforth is people-oriented, strengthening effect, improving efficiency, optimizing structure and reducing energy consumption that follow science-technology ethical claims.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 623)
• Pages: 219-225
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.623.219
• Online since: August 2014
• Authors: Liang Zhao
• Keywords: Control System, Exoskeletal Robot System, Mechanical Structure, Review, Science-Technology Ethics, Upper Limb Rehabilitation

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