Sahand Hosseinpour

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Sahand Hosseinpour is a researcher at the intersection of rehabilitation robotics and neuroprosthetics, with a primary focus on enhancing mobility for individuals with spinal cord injury. His key research areas include lower-limb exoskeleton design, functional electrical stimulation (FES), and hybrid assistive systems that combine mechanical and electrical interventions. Hosseinpour’s major contribution lies in his work on optimizing energy consumption in the Exoped® lower-limb exoskeleton by integrating FES, demonstrating how coordinated stimulation of muscles can reduce the power demands of robotic devices while improving gait efficiency. This approach addresses a critical challenge in wearable robotics: balancing battery life with effective movement support. Although his most cited paper has garnered limited citations to date, it represents a foundational step toward more practical, energy-sustainable exoskeletons for clinical and daily use. His research holds promise for advancing assistive technologies that restore walking and standing capabilities, making rehabilitation more accessible and efficient for neurologically disabled patients.