Biorobotics for Longevity
P. Dario
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AbstractAmong the options offered by Gerontechnology, robotics and mechatronic technologies, in combination with advanced biomechanical models, can provide the identification and slowing down of the effects of age-related modifications of the neuro-musculo-skeletal systems. These technologies may increase autonomy of older people by giving them more possibilities of aging at home, and reducing the institutionalization time. A 3-phases approach is proposed: (i) the use of robotic and mechatronic systems to analyse age-related modifications of the motor control strategies in clinics or research laboratories; (ii) the use of wearable systems to assess motor performance in a non-dedicated environment; (iii) the use of technological aids to help elderly to live independently in their domestic environment.Keywords: biorobotics; biomechanics; aging; rehabilitation robotics; biomechatronics
P. Dario (2005). Biorobotics for Longevity. Gerontechnology, 4(1), 1-4
https://doi.org/10.4017/gt.2005.04.01.001.00