This invention discloses a user-friendly elderly
mobility aid and its lightweighting method, belonging to the field of
medical rehabilitation equipment technology. The lightweighting method is based on anti-
rollover mechanical constraints and SIMP
variable density topology optimization, constructing a critical
mass global constraint. Through multi-condition loading, sensitivity iteration, and feature reconstruction, the legs are made into a variable cross-section porous truss, achieving precise weight reduction and preventing
rollover. The
mobility aid includes a topology-optimized main body, a walking wheel set, a spring-hydraulic composite shock absorption device, and an
actuator module. The main body adopts a two-dimensional
cutting and three-dimensional
assembly process. The shock absorption device compensates for structural damping and attenuates high-frequency vibrations, and the
actuator module realizes
mode switching and mechanical
limit load bearing. This invention solves the problems of
excessive weight, easy
rollover, and high-frequency hand vibration in traditional robots, balancing lightweight, high rigidity, safety, and user-friendliness. It has low manufacturing cost, is easy to
mass-produce, and is suitable for assisting
elderly people with mobility.