Design and kinematic optimization of a novel underactuated robotic hand exoskeleton
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DOI: 10.1007/s11012-016-0530-z
Abstract: This study presents the design and the kinematic optimization of a novel, underactuated, linkage-based robotic hand exoskeleton to assist users performing grasping tasks. The device has been designed to apply only normal forces to the… read more here.
Keywords: kinematic optimization; novel underactuated; optimization novel; design kinematic ... See more keywords
Kinematic synthesis and testing of a new portable hand exoskeleton
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DOI: 10.1007/s11012-016-0602-0
Abstract: In this research activity, a new methodology for the synthesis of hand exoskeleton mechanisms has been developed and validated through real prototypes. The innovative methodology is based on a new parallel mechanism and has been… read more here.
Keywords: methodology; portable hand; hand; hand exoskeleton ... See more keywords
Development of a Hand Exoskeleton System for Quantitative Analysis of Hand Functions
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DOI: 10.1007/s42235-018-0066-0
Abstract: This paper proposes a hand exoskeleton system for evaluating hand functions. To evaluate hand functions, the hand exoskeleton system must be able to pull each finger joint, measure the finger joint angle and exerted force… read more here.
Keywords: exoskeleton system; hand functions; hand; hand exoskeleton ... See more keywords
Design-validation of a hand exoskeleton using musculoskeletal modeling.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apergo.2017.11.015
Abstract: Exoskeletons are progressively reaching homes and workplaces, allowing interaction with virtual environments, remote control of robots, or assisting human operators in carrying heavy loads. Their design is however still a challenge as these robots, being… read more here.
Keywords: validation; hand exoskeleton; kinematics; exoskeleton ... See more keywords
Analysis of Finger Muscular Forces using a Wearable Hand Exoskeleton System
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DOI: 10.1016/s1672-6529(16)60434-1
Abstract: In this paper, the finger muscular forces were estimated and analyzed through the application of inverse dynamics-based static optimization, and a hand exoskeleton system was designed to pull the fingers and measure the dynamics of… read more here.
Keywords: exoskeleton system; hand; muscular forces; hand exoskeleton ... See more keywords
Advanced Myoelectric Control for Robotic Hand-Assisted Training: Outcome from a Stroke Patient
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DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2017.00107
Abstract: A hand exoskeleton driven by myoelectric pattern recognition was designed for stroke rehabilitation. It detects and recognizes the user’s motion intent based on electromyography (EMG) signals, and then helps the user to accomplish hand motions… read more here.
Keywords: assisted training; robot assisted; hand; advanced myoelectric ... See more keywords
The Effect of the Degree of Freedom and Weight of the Hand Exoskeleton on Joint Mobility Function
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DOI: 10.3390/robotics11020053
Abstract: This study aims to investigate the effects of the degree of freedom (DOF) and weight of the hand exoskeleton (HE) on hand joint mobility function (ease of movement, movement range) in fine hand use activities.… read more here.
Keywords: hand; weight hand; degree freedom; hand exoskeleton ... See more keywords