Published August 28, 2023 | Version v1.0.0
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Development of a flexible, modular, and wearable 3D-printed sensor system

Creators

  • 1. Assistive Intelligent Robotics Lab, Department Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Engineering, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen- Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
  • 2. Assistive Intelligent Robotics Lab, Department Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Engineering, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen- Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany; Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics, German Aerospace Center, 82234 Wessling, Germany

Description

This repository presents the results of the development of a flexible, modular and wearable 3D printed sensor system for the Delsys Inc. Avanti sensors [1] in the scope of the Research Lab of Enes Bektürk at Assistive Intelligent Robotics Lab, AIBE, FAU. Marc-Anton Scheidl and Fabio Egle supervised the project. The goal was to utilize 3D printing technology to create a versatile, adaptable and wearable sensor system. The primary focus is on developing a system that can accommodate EMG sensors for wearable robotics applications while also being capable of integrating other sensor types. The aim is to produce a sensor system that is both flexible and modular, allowing for easy customization and scalability to meet various research and industry needs. The stated objective of this Research Lab was:

  • Acquisition of Electromyography (EMG)-Data in a multi-channel configuration
  • Secure and strong fit of multiple Delsys Inc. Avanti sensors [8]
  • Modular and/or stretchable design to house a variable number of sensors
  • Wearable below and above the elbow and below and above the knee
  • No usage of adhesive materials
  • Strong fit to dedicated extremities during activities of daily living
  • Simple and easy donning and doffing
  • Minimum assembly required
  • Comfortable fit

Notes

Partially funded by the European Union under GA Nr. 101070136. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or DG CNECT. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them

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AIROB-Lab/flexible-modular-printed-sensor-system-v1.0.0.zip

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Funding

European Commission
IntelliMan – AI-Powered Manipulation System for Advanced Robotic Service, Manufacturing and Prosthetics 101070136