Orthotics, prosthetics and exoskeletons

We work evidence-based and aim to increase knowledge about the design and fabrication of these assistive devices. We achieve this through:

• Measuring, validatig, and characterising the biomechanical performance of existing devices, employing techniques such as motion analysis and motion simulations.
• Assessing the mechanical properties of the devices themselves. This is accomplished through mechanical simulations (such as finite element analyses) and mechanical test rigs. For instance, we employ setups for ankle-foot orthoses and a robotic gait simulator.
• Integrating the above elements to optimize the interaction between the user wearing the device and the device itself.
• Enabling new developments, such as additive manufacturing (more precisely referred to as 3D printing). This expedites the development of new prototypes, including an ankle exoskeleton (actuated ankle-foot orthosis) and an elbow exoskeleton.

Do you want to test your assistive device? 
Would you like to use our motion lab?
Interested in having tests set up by us?