Rehabilitation Robotics: Lower Limb Devices and Techniques

This lecture covers the use of robotics in lower limb rehabilitation, focusing on motor, sensory, and cognitive aspects. It explains the importance of robotics in mobilization and evaluation, from devices like Lokomat to impedance control strategies. The instructor discusses the role of actuators, sensors, and control loops in rehabilitation robotics, emphasizing the transition from motion to mind interaction. Various techniques such as passive mobilization and joint space control are explored, highlighting the significance of adjustable impedance values. The lecture also addresses the involvement of subjects in the rehabilitation process and the potential for personalized motion trajectories.