AI trains exoskeletons to save energy for mobility assistance

Neuroscience News June 13, 2024, 10:00 PM UTC

AI and computer simulations train exoskeletons to save up to 24.3% energy in movement tests, aiding those with mobility challenges. The breakthrough method can be applied to various assistive devices, enhancing accessibility. Researchers aim to help people with mobility impairments using assistive devices. The study was conducted by the New Jersey Institute of Technology, funded by various organizations. The research was published in Nature.


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