Research line gait cycleModelization, simulation & technological applications

Resum

The goals and objectives of this research line are oriented to the development and evolution of the current human gait knowledge. Advances in the physiology and characteristics of the lower limbs musculoskeletal system is also one of the cornerstones of this research line. Although there is still a need of scientific knowledge in the field of human gait biomechanics, the development and improvement of the current technology is not limited by these unknowns. This research line is based on the use of reverse engineering processes and methodology for the creation of virtual models for the lower limbs musculoskeletal system. Tools for improving design problems on wearable robots such as prosthetics devices and exoskeletons are being developed. The use of simulation software based on the Finite Element Method (FEM), Multibody Dynamics, three-dimensional scanning techniques and additive manufacturing has led to the study of a wide variety of conditions during the gait cycle. Improving the performance of future devices that will help people with different mobility disorders. This research line is expected to validate and improve new technology developed in the field of biomechanics applied to the human gait cycle.