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This study introduces an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven exoskeleton that adapts to diverse walking conditions. The AI system enhances mobility by reducing metabolic cost and improving user preference in real-world ambulation.

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Area of Science:

  • Robotics
  • Biomechanics
  • Artificial Intelligence

Background:

  • Exoskeletons can improve human mobility but struggle to adapt to varied walking conditions.
  • Adaptive control is crucial for effective exoskeleton assistance in real-world scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven universal exoskeleton system.
  • To enable dynamic adaptation of assistance based on walking mode, ground slope, and gait phase.

Main Methods:

  • Real-time modulation of assistance levels and types using an AI controller.
  • Treadmill validation comparing AI-based assistance with conventional methods.
  • Real-world testing to assess controller performance and user preference.

Main Results:

  • AI-based assistance reduced metabolic cost by 6.5% on a treadmill, outperforming conventional assistance (3.5%).
  • Real-world tests demonstrated effective AI-based assistance modulation and higher user preference.
  • The AI approach achieved superior environment and user-state estimations without a separate mode classifier.

Conclusions:

  • AI-driven exoskeletons offer adaptive and personalized assistance for enhanced human locomotion.
  • The universal system's user-independent operation allows immediate deployment across diverse real-world conditions.
  • This technology shows significant potential for facilitating human ambulation.