STRING-MAN: a new wire robot for gait rehabilitation

Abstract

This paper presents a novel robotic prototype for advanced gait rehabilitation. This system integrates sophisticated robotic technology with control algorithms. The robot opens up new possibilities for the field of rehabilitation for restoring posture balancing and gait motoric functions. The paper provides an overview of the system's fundamental components, such as mechanical structure, patient-machine interface, sensory systems, control algorithms, etc. The results of some initial experiments also are included.