Lotte Cuypers
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Dr. Lotte Cuypers is a leading researcher in the field of rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on the human factors that drive the adoption and effectiveness of wearable assistive technologies. Her key research areas include exoskeleton design, human-robot interaction, and the critical role of intrinsic motivation in rehabilitation outcomes. Cuypers’ most notable contribution is her pioneering work on the psychological and motivational factors that influence a patient’s willingness to use wearable hip exoskeletons. Her landmark 2022 study, which has garnered 6 citations, directly addressed a major barrier in the field: even the most technically advanced devices are ineffective if users are not motivated to engage with them. By demonstrating that intrinsic motivation is a key determinant of successful exoskeleton use, her research bridges the gap between engineering and behavioral science. This work has profound implications for the design of future rehabilitation protocols, suggesting that patient engagement must be considered as carefully as mechanical performance. Cuypers’ insights are helping to shape a new generation of assistive devices that are not only technically robust but also psychologically attuned to the needs of individuals at risk of falling or institutionalization.
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- 1Intrinsic motivation for using a wearable hip exoskeleton6 citations · 2022