International Journal of Reconfigurable and Embedded Systems (IJRES)
Vol 14, No 1: March 2025

Development and evaluation of robotic exoskeleton arm for enhanced human load carrying efficiency

Mohd Azam, Muhammad Aiman (Unknown)
Mohd Annuar, Khalil Azha (Unknown)
Mohamad Sapiee, Mohd Razali (Unknown)
Debnath, Sanjoy Kumar (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Mar 2025

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a significant amount of research dedicated to the development of robotic exoskeleton systems. These technologies have been widely explored for their potential in virtual reality, human power enhancement, robotic rehabilitation, human power assist, and haptic interface applications. This research focuses on creating an exoskeleton arm that can assist individuals in carrying heavy objects. The exoskeleton arm is initially designed using Fusion 360, with the identification and calculation of important components such as the exoskeleton structure, motors serving as joints, an electromyography (EMG) sensor, and an Arduino UNO microcontroller. The research involves various aspects of mechanical design, electronic components, and programming. The effectiveness of the developed exoskeleton arm is then tested through experiments involving several individuals lifting a 2.5 kg and 5.0 kg load. The results of the experiments demonstrate that the force generated by the muscles is reduced when using the exoskeleton arm, compared to using a supporting system. Individuals' performance dropped by 36.06% to 50.44% when using an exoskeleton to lift 2.5 kg. This emphasises its effect on muscle activation and efficiency following physical activity. A 10.14% to 23.25% decline in a 5.0 kg lift shows nuanced impacts, emphasising the need for personalised modifications.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJRES

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

The centre of gravity of the computer industry is now moving from personal computing into embedded computing with the advent of VLSI system level integration and reconfigurable core in system-on-chip (SoC). Reconfigurable and Embedded systems are increasingly becoming a key technological component ...