Power exoskeleton structure
By designing a powered exoskeleton structure including the upper arm and forearm, using joint drives to provide additional force support, and opening weight reduction slots in key areas, the existing exoskeleton structure is solved by solving the problem of large size and inconvenient use, and a lighter and easier-to-use rehabilitation training device is achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421295429.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-06-07
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-11
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-06-07
AI Technical Summary
The existing power exoskeleton structure is large in size and is not convenient and fast enough to use, especially after rehabilitation training, it requires a lot of effort to carry it.
A powered exoskeleton structure is designed, including the upper arm and forearm. The forearm is driven to lift and descend along the center of the upper arm through a joint drive, providing additional force support, and a weight reduction groove is opened on the upper arm, forearm and connecting rod sides to reduce the weight of the device and facilitate handling.
With this design, auxiliary personnel can place and remove the device more easily, and patients can reduce muscle load and perform more repetitive exercises during rehabilitation training, while the lightweight design of the device makes handling more convenient.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of power exoskeleton, in particular to a power exoskeleton structure. Background Art
[0002] A powered exoskeleton structure refers to an exoskeleton system with a mechanical drive device that can enhance the strength and mobility of the human body. A powered exoskeleton structure is usually composed of a mechanical frame, motors, sensors, and control systems, and is often used in rehabilitation training.
[0003] In the prior art, for example, Chinese patent CN219517020U discloses a wearable exoskeleton structure, comprising: an upper support assembly, a waist support assembly, an upper leg support, a leg side support assembly, a calf support assembly and a foot support assembly; the other end of the upper support rod of the upper support assembly is fixedly connected to the waist support assembly; one end of the upper leg support is detachably rotatably connected to one end of the waist support assembly, and the other end is detachably rotatably connected to one end of the leg side support assembly; the leg side support assembly is detachably connected to one side of the calf support assembly; and the lower end of the calf support assembly is detachably connected to the foot support assembly.
[0004] In the prior art, people who are accidentally injured or have difficulty in moving need to use exoskeleton structures to assist in rehabilitation training to restore their damaged muscle function and motor skills. Some existing exoskeleton structures are large in size, and it is troublesome for family members to assist in wearing them. After the rehabilitation training, it takes a lot of effort to move the large exoskeleton structure to a storage place, which makes it inconvenient and not quick to use. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to solve the problem in the prior art that people who are accidentally injured or have difficulty in moving need to use an exoskeleton structure to assist in rehabilitation training when restoring their damaged muscle functions and motor abilities, the existing exoskeleton structures are relatively large in size, and it is troublesome for family members to assist in wearing them, and after the rehabilitation training, it is still necessary to spend a lot of effort to carry the large exoskeleton structure to a storage place, which makes it not convenient and quick to use.
[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical scheme: a powered exoskeleton structure, including a big arm, the middle part of one end of the big arm is rotatably connected to the forearm, one side of the middle part of the upper end of the forearm is fixedly connected to a bracket, the middle part of the bracket is fixedly connected to a joint driver, one end of the joint driver is rotatably connected to the big arm, the joint driver is fixedly connected to the forearm, one side of the big arm and the forearm is provided with a fixed sleeve, one side of the two fixed sleeves is fixedly connected to a connecting plate, the two connecting plates are respectively fixedly connected to the big arm and the forearm, the middle parts of the two fixed sleeves are evenly fixedly connected to a hose, and the middle parts of the two fixed sleeves are evenly provided with ventilation grooves around them.
[0007] Preferably, the fixing sleeve on one side of the upper arm is larger than the fixing sleeve on one side of the lower arm.
[0008] Preferably, the lower end of the forearm is fixedly connected to a connecting rod, and a rotating rod is rotatably connected below one end of the connecting rod.
[0009] Preferably, the lower end of the rotating rod is fixedly connected with a pedal.
[0010] Preferably, a strap is fixedly connected between two sides of the middle portion of the pedal.
[0011] Preferably, a weight-reducing groove is provided on one side of the upper arm, the lower arm and the connecting rod.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of the utility model are:
[0013] 1. In the utility model, by setting the upper arm and the lower arm, when in use, the assistant only needs to place the device next to the patient who needs rehabilitation training, first pass the patient's legs through the fixed sleeve on one side of the upper arm, and then pass through the fixed sleeve on one side of the lower arm, put the patient's feet on the pedals, and then fix them with straps, start the joint driver, and the joint driver can drive the lower arm to lift and lower along the center of one end of the upper arm. The electric drive device provides additional power support to reduce the patient's muscle load, so that the patient can perform more repetitive exercises. In addition, by providing weight-reducing grooves on one side of the upper arm, the lower arm and the connecting rod, the weight of the entire device is reduced, which is convenient for the assistant to carry.
[0014] 2. In the utility model, ventilation grooves are respectively provided in the middle of the two fixed sleeves and hoses are installed. The ventilation grooves can reduce the amount of sweating of the legs of the rehabilitation personnel, and the hoses can make the rehabilitation personnel more comfortable when the legs are fixed in the middle of the fixed sleeves without feeling uncomfortable. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0015] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the planar structure of a power exoskeleton structure is proposed for the utility model;
[0016] Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a power exoskeleton structure is proposed for the utility model;
[0017] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a fixed sleeve structure of a power exoskeleton structure is provided for the utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 The utility model provides a schematic diagram of the connection relationship between the upper arm and the lower arm of a power exoskeleton structure.
[0019] Legend: 1. Upper arm; 11. Lower arm; 12. Bracket; 13. Joint driver; 14. Connecting plate; 15. Fixing sleeve; 16. Breathing groove; 17. Hose; 18. Connecting rod; 2. Rotating rod; 21. Footrest; 22. Strap; 23. Weight reduction groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0020] In order to more clearly understand the above-mentioned purpose, features and advantages of the utility model, the utility model is further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that the embodiments of the present application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other without conflict.
[0021] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways than those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments of the following disclosure.
[0022] Embodiment 1, as Figure 1-4 As shown, the utility model provides a power exoskeleton structure, including a big arm 1, the middle part of one end of the big arm 1 is rotatably connected to the small arm 11, one side of the middle part of the upper end of the small arm 11 is fixedly connected to a bracket 12, the middle part of the bracket 12 is fixedly connected to a joint driver 13, one end of the joint driver 13 is rotatably connected to the big arm 1, the joint driver 13 is fixedly connected to the small arm 11, one side of the big arm 1 and the small arm 11 are both provided with a fixing sleeve 15, one side of the two fixing sleeves 15 are both fixedly connected to a connecting plate 14, the two connecting plates 14 are respectively fixedly connected to the big arm 1 and the small arm 11, the middle parts of the two fixing sleeves 15 are evenly fixedly connected to a hose 17, and the middle parts of the two fixing sleeves 15 are evenly provided with ventilation grooves 16 around them.
[0023] The specific settings and functions of this embodiment are described in detail below. By setting up the upper arm 1 and the lower arm 11, when in use, the assistant only needs to place the device next to the patient who needs rehabilitation training, pass the patient's legs through the fixed sleeve 15 on one side of the upper arm 1, and then pass through the fixed sleeve 15 on the side of the lower arm 11, put the patient's feet on the pedal 21, and then fix them with the strap 22, start the joint driver 13, and the joint driver 13 can drive the lower arm 11 to lift and lower along the center of one end of the upper arm 1. The electric drive device provides additional force support to reduce the patient's muscle load and enable him to perform more repetitive exercises. In addition, by opening a weight reduction groove 23 on the upper arm 1, the lower arm 11 and one side of the connecting rod 18, the weight of the entire device is reduced, which is convenient for the assistant to carry.
[0024] Embodiment 2, as Figure 1-4 As shown, the fixed sleeve 15 on one side of the upper arm 1 is larger than the fixed sleeve 15 on one side of the lower arm 11, the lower end of the lower arm 11 is fixedly connected to a connecting rod 18, a rotating rod 2 is rotatably connected below one end of the connecting rod 18, the lower end of the rotating rod 2 is fixedly connected to a pedal 21, a strap 22 is fixedly connected between the two sides of the middle part of the pedal 21, and a weight reduction groove 23 is provided on one side of the upper arm 1, the lower arm 11 and the connecting rod 18.
[0025] The effect achieved by the entire embodiment is that, by setting the upper arm 1 and the lower arm 11, when in use, the assistant only needs to place the device next to the patient who needs rehabilitation training, first pass the patient's legs through the fixed sleeve 15 on one side of the upper arm 1, and then pass through the fixed sleeve 15 on one side of the lower arm 11, put the patient's feet on the pedal 21, and then fix them with the strap 22, start the joint driver 13, the joint driver 13 can drive the lower arm 11 to lift and lower along the center of one end of the upper arm 1, and provide additional force support through the electric drive device to reduce the patient's muscle load so that he can perform more repetitive exercises. In addition, by opening a weight-reducing groove 23 on one side of the upper arm 1, the lower arm 11 and the connecting rod 18, the weight of the entire device is reduced, which is convenient for the assistant to carry. In addition, by opening a ventilation groove 16 and installing a hose 17 in the middle of the two fixed sleeves 15, the ventilation groove 16 can reduce the amount of sweating of the legs of the rehabilitation personnel, and the hose 17 can make the rehabilitation personnel more comfortable when the legs are fixed in the middle of the fixed sleeve 15 without discomfort.
[0026] The method of use and working principle of the device: When in use, the assistant only needs to place the device next to the patient who needs rehabilitation training, pass the patient's legs through the fixed sleeve 15 on one side of the upper arm 1, and then pass through the fixed sleeve 15 on the side of the forearm 11, put the patient's feet on the pedal 21, and then fix them with the strap 22, start the joint driver 13, the joint driver 13 can drive the forearm 11 to lift and lower along the center of one end of the upper arm 1, and provide additional force support through the electric drive device to reduce the patient's muscle load so that he can perform more repetitive exercises. In addition, by opening a weight-reducing groove 23 on one side of the upper arm 1, the forearm 11 and the connecting rod 18, the weight of the entire device is reduced, which is convenient for the assistant to carry. In addition, by opening a ventilation groove 16 and installing a hose 17 in the middle of the two fixed sleeves 15, the ventilation groove 16 can reduce the amount of sweating of the legs of the rehabilitation personnel, and the hose 17 can make the rehabilitation personnel more comfortable when the legs are fixed in the middle of the fixed sleeve 15 without discomfort.
[0027] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the present invention in other forms. Any technician familiar with the profession may use the technical content disclosed above to change or modify it into an equivalent embodiment with equivalent changes and apply it to other fields. However, any simple modification, equivalent change and modification made to the above embodiment based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the content of the technical solution of the present invention still falls within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present invention.
Claims
1. A powered exoskeleton structure, comprising a large arm (1), characterized in that: The middle part of one end of the upper arm (1) is rotatably connected to the lower arm (11), one side of the middle part of the upper end of the lower arm (11) is fixedly connected to a bracket (12), the middle part of the bracket (12) is fixedly connected to a joint driver (13), one end of the joint driver (13) is rotatably connected to the upper arm (1), the joint driver (13) is fixedly connected to the lower arm (11), one side of each of the upper arm (1) and the lower arm (11) is provided with a fixing sleeve (15), one side of each of the two fixing sleeves (15) is fixedly connected to a connecting plate (14), the two connecting plates (14) are respectively fixedly connected to the upper arm (1) and the lower arm (11), the middle parts of the two fixing sleeves (15) are evenly fixedly connected to a hose (17), and the middle parts of the two fixing sleeves (15) are evenly provided with air permeable grooves (16) around them.
2. A powered exoskeleton structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing sleeve (15) on one side of the upper arm (1) is larger than the fixing sleeve (15) on one side of the lower arm (11).
3. A powered exoskeleton structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower end of the small arm (11) is fixedly connected to a connecting rod (18), and the lower part of one end of the connecting rod (18) is rotatably connected to a rotating rod (2).
4. A powered exoskeleton structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lower end of the rotating rod (2) is fixedly connected to a pedal (21).
5. A powered exoskeleton structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: A binding belt (22) is fixedly connected between two sides of the middle portion of the pedal (21).
6. A powered exoskeleton structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A weight-reducing groove (23) is provided on one side of the upper arm (1), the lower arm (11) and the connecting rod (18).
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Wearable exoskeleton structure
CN219517020U