Adaptive Rolling Walking Device With Sensors for Personalized Therapy
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing walking aids for patients with motor restrictions fail to provide comprehensive support, are complex to apply, and do not adapt to individual therapy needs, particularly for those with both motor and cognitive impairments, limiting their use in everyday life and therapy effectiveness.
Innovation Solution
A walking device with adjustable features and integrated sensors that generate real-time sensor data for personalized therapy and diagnosis, including feedback mechanisms and actuators to adapt to the user's interaction, allowing for closed-loop therapy approaches and machine learning support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If complex walking aids such as exoskeletons are used, then active support and therapy capability are improved, but device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The walking device is divided into modular components: a rolling mechanism with wheels and axes, a support device for the user, and an integrated sensor system. This segmentation allows the complex therapy function to be achieved through simpler, manageable modules that are easier to apply and adjust in everyday life
Solution Approach 2:
The walking device combines multiple functions into a single system: it provides active therapy support through its mechanical design, collects diagnostic data through integrated sensors, and adapts to individual user needs. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate complex systems while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness
2Adaptability or versatility
If sensor data acquisition is integrated, then therapy personalization and diagnostic capability are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The sensor system is merged with the walking device structure itself, with sensors integrated into the frame, support device, and rolling mechanism. This combination allows data acquisition without adding separate complex monitoring equipment, as the structural components serve dual purposes
Solution Approach 2:
The walking device automatically collects and processes therapy-relevant data through its integrated sensors without requiring external monitoring equipment or complex setup. The system self-monitors user interaction, posture, and therapy progress, enabling automatic adaptation and reducing operational complexity
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to a rolling walking device for the therapy and diagnosis of a person with a motor restriction. The walking device comprises at least one axis and a plurality of wheels, a support device for the person, which is configured such that the person can sit on the support device while using the walking device and simultaneously rest with the front of their upper body, and, optionally, with the head, at least partially on the support device, and one or more sensors configured to generate sensor data associated with a therapeutic interaction of the person with the walking device.