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    Area of Science:

    • Robotics
    • Gerontology
    • Biomechanics

    Background:

    • Falls are a major concern for elderly quality of life.
    • Rehabilitation robots can aid in balance restoration.
    • Existing solutions may lack dynamic adaptability.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose a walker-based rehabilitation robot with a gait-phase-dependent control algorithm.
    • To enhance dynamic balance in the elderly population.
    • To improve muscle power and overall mobility.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a walker-based rehabilitation robot.
    • Implementation of a gait-phase-dependent control algorithm.
    • Estimation of gait phase using robot-user interaction forces.
    • Experimental validation with young subjects.

    Main Results:

    • The robot's resistance level adapts based on the user's gait phase.
    • Demonstrated potential for improving muscle power in various groups.
    • Effectiveness validated through initial experiments.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed gait-phase-dependent control algorithm shows promise for improving elderly dynamic balance.
    • This robotic walker offers a unique approach to rehabilitation.
    • Further studies are warranted to confirm efficacy in the elderly population.