Design, implementation, and evaluation of a backstepping control algorithm for an active ankle–foot orthosis
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conengprac.2020.104667
Abstract: Abstract Active ankle–foot orthoses are used to assist patients suffering from stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy etc. through providing them an external force supply to track normal gait cycles. In this paper, an active ankle–foot… read more here.
Keywords: control; active ankle; foot orthosis; ankle foot ... See more keywords
Impact of Haptic Cues and an Active Ankle Exoskeleton on Gait Characteristics.
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DOI: 10.1177/00187208221113625
Abstract: OBJECTIVE This study examined the interaction of gait-synchronized vibrotactile cues with an active ankle exoskeleton that provides plantarflexion assistance. BACKGROUND An exoskeleton that augments gait may support collaboration through feedback to the user about the… read more here.
Keywords: speed; cues active; active ankle; exoskeleton ... See more keywords
A novel device for lower leg intermittent pneumatic compression synchronized with active ankle exercise for prevention of deep vein thrombosis
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DOI: 10.1177/02683555221089618
Abstract: Objective Intermittent pneumatic compression devices (IPCDs) and active ankle exercises have been shown to be efficacious in preventing venous thromboembolism (VTE) by increasing venous flow velocity and volume. However, IPCDs are expensive and require electricity;… read more here.
Keywords: aae; intermittent pneumatic; lower leg; pneumatic compression ... See more keywords