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Sony Assistive Leg
Overview
Sony's Assistive Leg is a wearable robot designed to assist individuals with mobility challenges. Worn on the legs, it uses sensors and actuators to monitor movements, providing support and stability. Customizable for varying impairment levels, it operates intuitively indoors and outdoors, featuring fall detection and prevention. Ongoing R&D aims to further enhance its capabilities.
Key features
- ▸Wearable robot worn on legs to assist mobility
- ▸Equipped with sensors and actuators for real-time movement analysis
- ▸Provides support and stability by detecting balance and gait shifts
- ▸Customizable to individual mobility impairment levels
- ▸Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use
- ▸User-friendly and intuitive operation without specialized training
- ▸Includes fall detection and prevention safety mechanisms
- ▸Ongoing research and development for enhanced capabilities
