T. V. V. L. N. Rao
Universiti Teknologi Petronas, SRM Institute of Science and Technology
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About
T. V. V. L. N. Rao is a researcher specializing in rehabilitation robotics, shape memory alloy (SMA) actuators, and medical device design for lower-limb therapy. His work focuses on developing innovative, patient-centered solutions for ankle-foot rehabilitation, particularly through the integration of SMA technology into parallel robotic platforms. Rao’s major contributions include the design and fabrication of a Stewart platform actuated by SMA wires for continuous passive motion (CPM) therapy, as well as a mechanism for early mobilization during rehabilitation phases. His papers, such as “Early Mobilization Using Heat Treated Shape Memory Alloy for Rehabilitation Phases” (5 citations) and “A Novel Approach of Using SMA Wires Actuated Stewart Platform for CPM of Ankle Rehabilitation Therapy” (4 citations), demonstrate his pioneering efforts to apply smart materials in clinical settings. By addressing inverse kinematics and immobilization strategies, Rao has advanced the practical use of SMA in robotics and biomedical engineering. His work, though early in citation impact, lays critical groundwork for non-invasive, adaptive rehabilitation technologies that could transform recovery outcomes for patients with ankle-foot disorders.
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