From the idea to the user: a pragmatic multifaceted approach to testing occupational exoskeletons
Wearable Technologies,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
6
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025
Abstract
Assessment
of
occupational
exoskeletons
should
ideally
include
longitudinal
and
multistage
studies
in
real
working
scenarios
to
prove
their
effectiveness
sustainability
in-field
contexts
help
generalize
the
findings
for
specific
scenarios.
This
work
presents
a
comprehensive
assessment
methodology
implemented
as
experimental
campaign
rail
industry
workers
using
back-support
exoskeleton
(StreamEXO).
demonstrates
that
sector/task-specific
developed
address
task-specific
requirements
generates
beneficial
performance
user
experience
results.
The
this
paper
involves
collecting
data
from
nine
over
multiple
days
testing.
During
testing,
did
not
report
hindrances
operations,
with
an
acceptance
rate
86%.
In
addition,
worker
fatigue
was
reduced
by
16.9%
measured
through
metabolic
consumption,
51%
when
assessed
perceived
effort.
supports
hypothesis
tailored
meet
needs
tasks
can
produce
demonstrable
benefits
industrial
sectors.
Язык: Английский
Assessment of active back-support exoskeleton on carpentry framing tasks: Muscle activity, range of motion, discomfort, and exertion
International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
107, С. 103716 - 103716
Опубликована: Март 6, 2025
Язык: Английский
The perceptual and biomechanical effects of scaling back exosuit assistance to changing task demands
Scientific Reports,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(1)
Опубликована: Март 29, 2025
Back
exoskeletons
are
gaining
attention
for
preventing
occupational
back
injuries,
but
they
can
disrupt
movement,
a
burden
that
risks
abandonment.
Enhanced
adaptability
is
proposed
to
mitigate
burdens,
perceptual
benefits
less
known.
This
study
investigates
the
and
biomechanical
impacts
of
SLACK
suit
(non-assistive)
controller
versus
three
controllers
with
varying
adaptability:
Weight-Direction-Angle
adaptive
(WDA-ADPT)
scales
assistance
based
on
weight
boxes
using
chest-mounted
camera
machine
learning
algorithm,
movement
direction,
trunk
flexion
angle,
standard
Direction-Angle
(DA-ADPT)
Angle
(A-ADPT)
controllers.
Fifteen
participants
performed
variable
(2,
8,
14
kg)
box-transfer
task.
WDA-ADPT
achieved
highest
score
(88%)
across
survey
categories
reduced
peak
extensor
(BE)
muscle
amplitudes
by
10.1%.
DA-ADPT
had
slightly
lower
(76%)
BE
reduction
(8.5%).
A-ADPT
induced
hip
restriction,
which
could
explain
lowest
(55%)
despite
providing
largest
reductions
in
activity
(17.3%).
Reduced
scores
DA
were
explained
too
much
or
little
actual
task
demands.
These
findings
underscore
scaling
demands
improves
perception
device's
suitability.
Язык: Английский
Recent Advances in Ergonomic Studies on Material Handling: Mitigating Musculoskeletal Risks and Enhancing Worker Safety
Ahmad Humaizi Hilmi,
Asna Rasyidah Abdul Hamid,
Wan Abdul Rahman Assyahid Wan Ibrahim
и другие.
Deleted Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
6, С. 52 - 64
Опубликована: Дек. 31, 2024
Manual
material
handling
(MMH)
tasks
are
a
significant
contributor
to
work-related
musculoskeletal
disorders
(WMSDs),
particularly
in
industries
where
repetitive
motions,
awkward
postures,
and
excessive
loads
common.
Recent
advances
ergonomic
interventions
aim
mitigate
these
risks,
enhancing
worker
safety
reducing
the
incidence
of
injuries.
The
integration
automation
technologies,
such
as
robotic
assistants
human-machine
interfaces,
has
proven
effective
human
involvement
monotonous
tasks,
thereby
alleviating
physical
strain.
Additionally,
passive
back-support
exoskeletons
have
emerged
promising
tools
provide
mechanical
support
during
heavy
lifting,
bending,
movements,
effectively
risks.
Technological
innovations,
including
wearable
sensors
AI-driven
tools,
further
improved
assessments
by
providing
real-time
monitoring
feedback
on
workers’
posture
movements.
These
advancements
allow
for
timely
adjustments
preventive
measures,
ensuring
safer
more
efficient
working
environment.
However,
challenges
remain
regarding
long-term
effects
user
acceptance
other
interventions.
Studies
also
highlight
importance
risk
assessments,
utilizing
Rapid
Entire
Body
Assessment
(REBA)
fuzzy
logic
models
identify
high-risk
tasks.
Язык: Английский
STUDY OF THE OPTIMIZATION PROCESS OF THE EXOSKELETON DESIGN USING GENERATIVE DESIGN METHODS
Computer Design Systems Theory and Practice,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
6(3), С. 56 - 64
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
This
study
explores
the
process
of
design
and
optimization
exoskeleton
for
lower
extremities
using
methods
generative
design.
Due
to
unique
characteristics
features
human
body,
every
needs
be
adjusted
working
condition
each
user,
but
development
individual
product
designs
by
engineers
is
highly
expensive
takes
a
lot
time.
The
objective
base
model
conditions
technology.
Optimization
based
on
movements
biomechanics,
especially
joint
torque,
which
allows
construction
with
acceptable
safety
factors.
Results
show
optimized
different
materials
significant
reduction
in
mass
volume
relative
model.
Usage
such
technologies
saves
time,
allowing
focus
more
complex
aspects
Язык: Английский