Professor Jumpei Arata of Kyushu University and Roger Gasset of ETH Zurich have developed an exoskeleton for the hand which they eventually want to power by thought. The exoskeleton is designed to help stroke victims regain the use of their arms and hands, and is strong enough to lift small items. Existing exoskeletons are heavy, and this is a problem for our patients because it renders them unable to lift their hands," Gassert said. The team developed the technology to eventually aid stroke sufferers to intuitively use the device and integrate the exoskeleton into their daily lives. The exoskeleton is unusual for its light weight – Two thirds g – and the open palm area, allowing patients to manoeuvre more easily and to feel sensation.
Professor Jumpei Arata of Kyushu University and Roger Gasset of ETH Zurich have developed an exoskeleton for the hand which they eventually want to power by thought. The exoskeleton is designed to help stroke victims regain the use of their arms and hands, and is strong enough to lift small items. The team developed the technology to eventually aid stroke sufferers to intuitively use the device and integrate the exoskeleton into their daily lives. The exoskeleton is unusual for its light weight – Two thirds g – and the open palm area, allowing patients to manoeuvre more easily and to feel sensation.