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Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 5, May 2026.ABSTRACT Background Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) remain a major cause of occupational disability, absenteeism, and productivity loss. Traditional ergonomic interventions have shown limited success in addressing their complex, multifactorial nature.
Mahnaz Shakerian, Azam Salehi
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Volume Transfer: A New Design Concept for Fabric‐Based Pneumatic Exosuits
Advanced Intelligent SystemsThe fabric‐based pneumatic exosuit is now a hot research topic because it is lighter and softer than traditional exoskeletons. Existing research focuses more on the mechanical properties of the exosuit (e.g., torque and speed), but less on its ...
Chendong Liu +5 more
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A soft, synergy-based robotic glove for grasping assistance
Wearable Technologies, 2021 This paper presents a soft, tendon-driven, robotic glove designed to augment grasp capability and provide rehabilitation assistance for postspinal cord injury patients. The basis of the design is an underactuation approach utilizing postural synergies of
Ryan Alicea +5 more
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Rare Metals, Volume 45, Issue 5, May 2026.ABSTRACT Additive manufacturing, commonly referred to as three‐dimensional (3D) printing, provides the geometric freedom and multi‐material integration needed to build soft medical robots for minimally invasive interventions, prosthetics, and rehabilitation.
Yao Wang +5 more
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DESIGN OF A SOFT EXOSUIT FOR THE LOWER BACK
8th Dutch Bio-Medical Engineering Conference, 2021 This work focuses on the design of a back exosuit for reducing musculoskeletal disorders using soft actuators. The comparison of a cable driven and pneumatically actuated exosuit is made using an anthropomorphic test rig.
Saivimal Sridar +3 more
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Advanced Science, Volume 13, Issue 22, 17 April 2026.This review examines the evolution of bioprinting toward minimally invasive in situ strategies for internal organ regeneration. It defines the technological roadmap from handheld systems to advanced minimally invasive bioprinting platforms, positioning soft robotics as a core enabler.
Duc Tu Vu +9 more
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MedComm, Volume 7, Issue 3, March 2026.The figure illustrates the background, applications, limitations, and future trends of medical robotics in the context of global aging and strained medical resources. It highlights issues such as the increasing demand for healthcare due to aging populations, with a focus on applications in surgery, rehabilitation, medical examination, and assistance ...
Fanxuan Chen +16 more
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Reducing Personalization Time and Energy Cost While Walking Outdoors with a Portable Exosuit
Advanced Robotics Research, Volume 2, Issue 1, February 2026.Rapid Real‐World Optimization! An AF‐based human‐in‐the‐loop optimization strategy rapidly personalizes a portable hip extension exosuit for incline walking. Real‐time Bayesian optimization of assistive force significantly reduces metabolic energy—up to 16.2%—while converging in just 3 min 24 s.
Kimoon Nam +7 more
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Flexible Sensor‐Based Human–Machine Interfaces with AI Integration for Medical Robotics
Advanced Robotics Research, Volume 2, Issue 1, February 2026.This review explores how flexible sensing technology and artificial intelligence (AI) significantly enhance human–machine interfaces in medical robotics. It highlights key sensing mechanisms, AI‐driven advancements, and applications in prosthetics, exoskeletons, and surgical robotics.
Yuxiao Wang +5 more
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A Framework for Modeling, Optimization, and Musculoskeletal Simulation of an Elbow–Wrist Exosuit
RoboticsThe light weight and compliance of exosuits are valuable benefits not present rigid exoskeleton devices, yet these intriguing features make it challenging to properly model and simulate their interaction with the musculoskeletal system.
Ali KhalilianMotamed Bonab +3 more
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