Systems and methods for a water resistant active exoskeleton
US12090069B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 25, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 29, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F1/1656
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for a water resistant active exoskeleton boot includes a shin pad and one or more housings. The one or more housings enclose electronic circuitry and an electric motor that generate torque about an axis of rotation of an ankle joint of the user. A sealant is placed in contact with the one or more housings to close the one or more housings and prevent an ingress of water into the one or more housings. The apparatus includes an output shaft coupled to the electric motor and extending through a bore in a housing of the one or more housings enclosing the electric motor. The apparatus includes a seal to prevent an ingress of the water into the one or more housings. The apparatus includes a rotary encoder enclosed within the one or more housings to measure an angle of the electric motor.
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