Magnetorheological (MR) fluid, whose rheological properties can be changed reversibly by
applied magnetic field, offers superior capabilities and opportunities since its invention. The …

Magnetorheological fluid (MRF) is a kind of smart materials with rheological behavior
change by means of external magnetic field application, which has been widely adopted in …

To overcome the limitations of linear series elastic actuators (SEAs) with constant stiffness, a
novel load-adaptive actuator with variable stiffness is proposed for actuating ankle …

Origami technology has applications in diverse areas, such as metamaterials, space
structures, and haptic interfaces due to the low-cost manufacturing, rapid assembly, and …

Shape memory alloy (SMA) wires are one of the widely used materials for soft artificial
muscles. However, SMA artificial muscles have two problems, including limited load holding …

This article proposes a compact ankle exoskeleton with a multiaxis parallel linkage
mechanism. By applying torques to the ankle joint, it can generate dorsi-and plantar-flexion …

Generally, severity, any additional damage to the joint surface, and the optimal rehabilitation
influence the recovery of an ankle injury. Optimal rehabilitation is the only approach for a …

Over the past decade, rehabilitative devices have undergone significant advancements.
Orthoses, which are assistive limb devices, have transitioned from passive supportive …

Soft robotics have found their tremendous application prospects in wearable robots due to
the inherent compliance of soft materials when interacting with human bodies. However, the …

Even with proper lifting techniques, fatigue can cause many debilitating injuries.
Exoskeleton lumbar support devices help prevent these injuries for workers and improve …