Study - Analysis of the impact of Japet.W on operator posture

Results of the study on the impact of the exoskeleton on the operator's posture when carrying loads.

Feb

2023

5 min

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The objective of this study* is to analyze the impact of the exoskeleton on the operator's posture during handling movements.

* Study in progress. Here are highlighted the preliminary results of this one.

Method

A motion capture session allowed kinematic analysis of 23 participants in order to measure the angles of the trunk. During the acquisitions, the participants Simulation of handling movements with and without the Japet.W. exoskeleton

Result

This study allows us to conclude that operators who use the Japet.W exoskeleton pass 85% less time in dangerous angles.

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