[AMP-L] Robotic Leg Imitates the Biomechanics of the Missing Human Leg

[Wayne Renardson]

via Analytics Insight:

MIT researchers are using FUTEKB4s sensors to make robotic leg. 

Developed by Matthew Carney of MIT Media Lab=B4s Biomechatronics 
group, the revolutionary TF8 actuator is a powered prosthesis. Rather 
than employing a one-size-fits-all design, it is able to replicate 
the kinetic and kinematic functionality of the human ankle-moving and 
responding to force in a lifelike way. The robotic ankle is driven by 
an MIT-developed reaction-force, series elastic actuator (FRSEA). in 
conjunction with FUTEK=B4s LCM300 load cell, the actuator allows for 
the wearer=B4s weight and gait to handle varied terrains such as 
stairs and inclines.  

The rest of the story, with photo, here:

https://tinyurl.com/2kbbm7p6

Wayne R.