Professor Roger Gasset of ETH Zurich and Jumpei Arata of Kyushu University have developed an exoskeleton for the hand which they eventually want to power by thought. The researchers say their new device is a step towards creating artificial limbs that can be controlled with thought alone. he's developed an exoskeleton for the hand that weighs just 120 grams but is strong enough to allow its user to grip and lift a bottle of mineral water. 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 – only 120g – and the open palm area, allowing patients to manoeuvre more easily and to feel sensation.
Professor Roger Gasset of ETH Zurich and Jumpei Arata of Kyushu University have developed an exoskeleton for the hand which they eventually want to power by thought. The researchers say their new device is a step towards creating artificial limbs that can be controlled with thought alone. 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 – only 120g – and the open palm area, allowing patients to manoeuvre more easily and to feel sensation.