Alejandro Sancho-Puchades

University of Zurich, Union Bank of Switzerland

Papers

Total Citations

243

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About

Alejandro Sancho-Puchades is a leading researcher in the field of wearable robotics and assistive technologies, with a primary focus on developing devices that restore mobility for individuals with muscle weakness. His most impactful contribution is the creation of the **MyoSuit**, a soft, bi-articular exosuit designed to reduce hip extensor activity during critical daily tasks like sitting transfers. This work, published in 2017 and cited over **200 times**, represents a paradigm shift from rigid exoskeletons—which often limit user control—to lightweight, textile-based systems that augment, rather than replace, natural movement. Sancho-Puchades’s subsequent research, including his 2019 study on user-driven walking assistance (42 citations), further refined the MyoSuit by demonstrating that soft wearable robots can provide effective gait support while preserving the user’s agency and comfort. His work directly addresses the needs of populations affected by neurological injuries, genetic disorders, or aging, offering a more practical and user-friendly alternative to traditional assistive devices. By prioritizing intuitive, human-centered design, Sancho-Puchades has helped pave the way for a new generation of wearable robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life, making him a key figure in the transition toward softer, smarter, and more accessible mobility aids.