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Feedback control system for walking

US4569352A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 15, 1984
Grant dateFeb 11, 1986
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Expiry dateNov 15, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61H2230/62
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A computer algorithm and hardware are disclosed for feedback control of movement in man for standing and walking. The system measures motion of the hips, knees and ankles and generates control signals for ten different muscle groups. Hip and knee supports are provided for restricting hip and knee movement to a common plane.

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