Power Assist Suit “Waist Support”
(LLP Atom Project)
Main Features
Waist Support
Product features
◾By using the air pressure, it can be used safely unlike hydraulic actuator or motor which might “force to the extent out of control”.
◾Worn on the side or back of the caregiver, which will not obstacle between the patient and caregiver allowing the caregiver to perform work without discomfort.
◾Worn using velcro belt therefore detachable in a few of seconds.
Technical features
◾With the battery and the air compressor incorporated in the device, it is powered internally, with no power cables connected.
◾Soft structure using an air bag, assisting the bending motion of the hips, and also adapt to the rotational motion of the hips.
◾Includes a muscle sensor that detects the movement of the muscles by simply wearing the device, without the need to put sensors manually.
Informations
| The name of the robot care equipment | Power Assist Suit (Waist Support) |
|---|---|
| Company name | Japan Art Co., Ltd., ,LLP Atom project, Sagami Robot Industry Agency |
| Target area | Wearable transfer aid |
| Expected target user | Care workers (who performs transfer between the bed, wheelchairs, toilet) |
| Assumed environment | Households and nursing homes where there are caregivers |
| Sales date | The first half of 2016 |
| Contact department | LLP Atom Project |
| Contact number | ０４６－２２４－２４６６ |
| akihiro.saito@kikuchiseisakusho.co.jp |