Force Myography to Control Robotic Upper Extremity Prostheses: A Feasibility Study.

ABSTRACT: Advancement in assistive technology has led to the commercial availability of multi-dexterous robotic prostheses for the upper extremity. The relatively low performance of the currently used techniques to detect the intention of the user to control such advanced robotic prostheses, however, limits their use. This article explores the use of force myography (FMG) as a potential alternative to the well-established surface electromyography. Specifically, the use of FMG to control different grips of a commercially available robotic hand, Bebionic3, is investigated. Four male transradially amputated subjects participated in the study, and a protocol was developed to assess the prediction accuracy of 11 grips. Different combinations of grips were examined, ranging from 6 up to 11 grips. The resu

SUBMITTER: Cho E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4782664 | biostudies-literature | 2016

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature