Development of a new humanoid robot WABIAN-2

2006369 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Yu Ogura · Waseda University

Hiroyuki Aikawa · Waseda University

K. Shimomura · Waseda University

Hideki Kondō · Waseda University

Akitoshi Morishima · Waseda University

Hun‐ok Lim · Kanagawa University

Atsuo Takanishi · Waseda University

Abstract

A new humanoid robot-WABIAN-2- that can be used as a human motion simulator is proposed in this paper. Its trunk is designed in order to permit rotation, and forward, backward, and sideway movement. Further, its arms are designed to support its complete weight when pushing a walk-assist machine. Moreover, it can lean on a walk-assist machine by forearm control using trunk motion. Basic walking experiments with WABIAN-2 are conducted with and without a walk-assist machine, thereby confirming its effectiveness

Topics & Keywords

Robotic Locomotion and Control Prosthetics and Rehabilitation Robotics Robotics and Automated Systems

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable cities and communities

Publication Details

DOI: 10.1109/robot.2006.1641164

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