I. Rosales

Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del Instituto Politécnico Nacional

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I. Rosales is a researcher focused on the design and development of wearable robotic exoskeletons, with a particular emphasis on pneumatic actuation systems for human strength augmentation. Their key research areas include exoskeleton mechanics, pneumatic artificial muscles (PAMs), and assistive devices for lifting and manual labor. Rosales’s major contributions involve the modeling and design of backbone-assist exoskeletons aimed at preventing spinal injuries during weight lifting. Their work on the "Pneumatic assistant of one degree of freedom for lifting" (2015) and the "Design and modelling of a backbone pneumatic exoskeleton" (2014) each garnered 4 citations, highlighting foundational efforts in creating lightweight, compliant robotic systems that enhance user strength while minimizing injury risk. By integrating PAMs—soft actuators that mimic biological muscle—Rosales has advanced the field of occupational exoskeletons, targeting applications in industries where repetitive lifting poses ergonomic hazards. Though early in citation impact, this research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on safe, human-robot collaboration, with potential implications for rehabilitation and industrial safety.