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New Robotic Prosthetic Leg is Quieter and More Energy Efficient – AZoRobotics
Researchers have developed a prototype of robotic prosthetic leg that provides a more natural gait, works noiselessly and more efficiently when compared to other kinds of designs.
Written by AZoRoboticsJul 16 2020
Researchers have developed a prototype of robotic prosthetic leg that provides a more natural gait, works noiselessly and more efficiently when compared to other kinds of designs.
A student tests the robotic leg at the University of Texas at Dallas. The strong motors powering the knee and ankle can propel the user’s body while allowing the knee to swing freely, with regenerative braking to extend battery life. Image Credit: University of Texas at Dallas.
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