Development of “curara® for Mobility Support,” Robotic Wear with a Fall Prevention Function
(AssistMotion Inc.)

Main Features

The robotic wear curara® for Mobility Support aims to serve as a wearable mobility support device suitable for supporting independence of the elderly. Assuming use primarily as a mobility support device for the elderly to go out alone, we are developing a robot that elderly people can use on their own.
In addition to the conventional curara® walking assist function, the robot is lightweight, easy to put on by oneself, and includes new functions such as being usable outdoors and a fall prevention function.

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Product Features

- Supports independence of the elderly.
Motors placed on the hip and knee joints on both sides assist the wearer in moving. In addition to assisting with walking, the product also assists with standing up and sitting down.
In addition, it is possible to use the product outdoors, so users can go outside while wearing it.
- Equipped with a new fall prevention function.
As a new safety function, the device is equipped with functions to prevent shuffling and to notify the wearer via sound when staggering increases while walking, thereby preventing falls.
- Easy to use by oneself.
The product is simple to put on, and we have reduced the weight to 3 kg.

Technical Features

Basic technology of curara®
1. Non-exoskeletal structure with no restrictions on movement
By using a “non-exoskeletal structure” that eliminates the skeleton of a robot that directly transmits the generated force of the motor to each joint of the human body, we have achieved a lighter robotic wear with less restrictions, thereby reducing the burden on the wearer.

2. Torque detection method to detect the wearer’s intention to move
A torque detection technique with extremely high practicality detects the interaction torque between the human and the robot for the purpose of detecting the wearer’s intention to move.

3. Synchronization control method to adapt to the wearer’s movements
The control method, learned from the method by which humans assist each other in moving, enables repetitive movements as rehabilitation training through movement assistance tailored to the wearer’s level of motor function.

Informations

The name of the robot care equipment Development of “curara® for Mobility Support,” robotic wear with a fall prevention function
Company name AssistMotion Inc.
http://assistmotion.jp/
Target area Mobility aids (wearable mobility)
Expected target user Care recipients who can stand on their own feet (even if they require a walking aid) and can swing their legs
Assumed environment Indoors, outdoors (paved roads), and inside facilities (such as stores) when going out
Sales date Scheduled for gradual release starting in April 2021
Contact number 0268-75-8124