@inproceedings{068144e2a4eb4abba0bc1ef2cb045d8b,
title = "The vertical mechanical impedance of the locomotor system during human walking with applications in rehabilitation",
abstract = "We have developed a second order biomechanical model to estimate the vertical mechanical impedance of able-bodied walkers. Our ultimate purpose is to design prostheses for lower-limb amputees that provide the necessary impedance to match the vertical mechanical impedance of the able-bodied population. The objective is to increase walking comfort and walking speed for lower-limb amputees. The impedance values can also be used as a reference for shock absorption when designing walking machines.",
keywords = "Biomimetic robots, Lower-limb amputees, Mechanical impedance, Prostheses, Prosthetics, Shock absorption, Walking machines, Walking robots",
author = "Bertos, {George A.} and Childress, {Dudley S.} and Gard, {Steven A.}",
year = "2005",
doi = "10.1109/ICORR.2005.1501124",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "0780390032",
series = "Proceedings of the 2005 IEEE 9th International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics",
pages = "380--383",
booktitle = "Proceedings of the 2005 IEEE 9th International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics, ICORR 2005",
note = "2005 IEEE 9th International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics, ICORR 2005 ; Conference date: 28-06-2005 Through 01-07-2005",
}