Why it matters: Researchers at Technical University of Munich have developed WalkON, innovative robotic ... of wearable assistive devices to improve efficiency in outdoor walking, suggesting ...

Scientists have developed robotic pants that help people expend ... their energy with the shorts during level-ground walking. The assistive device could help people take longer walks and build ...

Aging can impair people's ability to maintain their balance while walking, increasing the risk for falls and injuries. One ...

Recent advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) have enabled assistive robots to engage in many activities with and alongside humans in ...

The UW Board of Regents approved the new bachelor of science degree that teaches students to apply fundamental robotics ...

Chin's team has enabled patients to keep walking without crutches by using two types of robotic devices. It has also effectively trained children with robotic hands, ensuring progress with unique ...

The Biomechatronics Lab at Wilkes University is an innovative research facility focused on advancing the fields of biomechatronics, assistive technology and biologically inspired robotic systems. The ...

If this sounds familiar, an assistive walking device may be the answer to ensure you stay mobile and prevent falls. Falls are a leading cause of hospitalization for older adults, often leading to ...

For about 10 years, researchers at the University of Washington’s Personal Robotics Lab ... want to learn to use assistive technologies to interact with computational devices want to learn ...