KNEE ORTHOSIS FOR ELDERLY PEOPLE

Abstract

Exoskeletons that improve quality, continuance, durability, and rate while being perceptible to the user are plausible. In request to be perceptible, the exoskeleton must decide the patient's aim, apply power where and when suitable, and provide minimal resistance to the patient. Exoskeleton of single degree of freedom is presented in this report which accomplishes a significant level of perceptibility. User’s intention is resolved through the ground reaction forces and knee joint angle. Torque is exerted over the knee so as to permit the user's extensor muscles to ease. Minimal resistance is accomplished using the concepts similar to series elastic actuators. The presented design of the exoskeleton enables the wearer to walk properly and smoothly while carrying load. The device gives the majority of the vitality required to neutralize gravity effects while the user remains in charge, choosing when and where to stroll.