Document Type
Thesis
Date of Award
Fall 1-27-2008
Degree Name
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering - (M.S.)
Department
Mechanical Engineering
First Advisor
Zhiming Ji
Second Advisor
Ian Sanford Fischer
Third Advisor
E. S. Geskin
Abstract
This thesis describes the conceptual design of an innovative robotic rehabilitation machine whose purpose is to help in the recovery of people with motor function disabilities. The machine is smaller, simpler and cheaper than current solutions on the market yet it delivers same functionality.
The conceptual development of the gait rehabilitation system also features a human model with average anthropometric dimensions that allows better visualization and understanding of the actual machine operation. The human model is kinematically coupled to the machine and the whole assembly presents a complex mechanism that closely simulates gait training session.
Three-dimensional modeling and analysis techniques were extensively used throughout the study in order to achieve the best design solution. Finally, kinematic position, velocity and acceleration analyses that were performed on the machine set a direction for future research.
Recommended Citation
Pletenetskyy, Andriy, "Design of gait rehabilitation system" (2008). Theses. 336.
https://digitalcommons.njit.edu/theses/336
