The science behind lower extremity assistive exoskeletons

  • May 16, 2012

LEIPZIG, Germany — When we first think of exoskeletons, inevitably science fiction movies come to mind. But the world is rapidly advancing and fantasy is catching up to reality. Large, diverse lower extremity exoskeletons are being developed throughout the world with the intention of being sold commercially. Daniel Ferris, PhD, director, Human Neuromechanics Laboratory, University of Michigan, studies how people use these robotic systems.Full Story »

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