Development of a Weight-Supported Mobility Aid to Encourage Older Adults to Go Out

It supports part of the user’s body weight, making it easier to walk longer distances. Unlike standard walkers, it does not obstruct the view ahead, making it easier to reach for items on shelves or open doors in places like supermarkets.

Names of robotic care devices	Weight-Supported Mobility Aid
Company Name	Kikuchi Seisakusho Co., Ltd. (Kikuchi Seisakusho Co., Ltd., Waseda University, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo University of Technology) http://www.kikuchiseisakusho.co.jp/
Key Research Area	Mobility Assistance Devices
Intended Users	Active seniors who are capable of walking outdoors on their own for short distances but hesitate to travel long distances due to fatigue or other factors
Intended Usage Environment	Public roads
Release Date	2015
Contact Department	Manufacturing Mechatronics Research Institute
Contact Phone Number	042-650-5065