Honda introduces walking device for elderly and people with weakened leg muscles

Honda_walking_assist.jpg Honda with the cooperation of research and development technologies that was conducted for Honda's advanced humanoid robot, ASIMO, developed this unique walking device. The compact design of the device was achieved with flat brushless motors and a control system developed by Honda. The research of this device is being conducted by the Fundamental Technology Research Center of Honda R&D Co., Ltd. in Wako, Saitama.

This innovative device will be showcased at the International Trade Fair on Barrier Free Equipments & Rehabilitation for the Elderly & the Disabled (BARRIER FREE 2008) which will be held at Intex Osaka, Friday, April 25 through Sunday, April 27, 2008.

Via - Newlaunches

April 23, 2008 - 4:32 AM | Posted in - Gadgets
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