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Methodology For Designing Assistive Robots For Activities Of Daily Living Assistance, Javier Dario Sanjuan De Caro
Methodology For Designing Assistive Robots For Activities Of Daily Living Assistance, Javier Dario Sanjuan De Caro
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The growing prevalence of Upper or Lower Extremities Dysfunctions (ULED), often linked to central nervous disorders such as stroke, Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), and Multiple Sclerosis (MS), underscores the urgent need for innovative support solutions. Over 5.35 million Americans currently live with ULED, a situation that places a significant socioeconomic burden on families and society. Despite invaluable support from caregivers and family members, the need for more scalable, practical solutions persists.
Wheelchair-mounted assistive robots emerge as a promising alternative in this context. These devices, offering continuous and reliable assistance, significantly alleviate caregiver fatigue and enhance the independence and quality of …