Driven by a differential series elastic actuator, a novel backsupport exoskeleton aids users during lifting tasks, easing strain without adding muscle activation to the back and legs. (IMAGE)

National University of Singapore College of Design and Engineering

Driven by a differential series elastic actuator, a novel backsupport exoskeleton aids users during lifting tasks, easing strain without adding muscle activation to the back and legs.

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Driven by a differential series elastic actuator, a novel backsupport exoskeleton aids users during lifting tasks, easing strain without adding muscle activation to the back and legs.

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College of Design and Engineering at NUS

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