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Simulation and analysis of a full-active electro-hydrostatic powered ankle prosthesis

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Abstract

This paper presents the design and control architecture of a novel full-active powered ankle prosthesis which uses integrated force-controllable electro-hydrostatic actuator (EHA) to provide both initiative compliance and sufficient positive power output at terminal stance to assist walking in whole gait cycle. A 100W brushless DC motor driving a 0.45 cc/rev bi-directional gear pump operates as the power kernel. Based on finite-state machine (FSM), a hierarchical controller was designed to ensure the control system performance while different control strategies were implemented on each individual gait phase. Three independent force sensing resistor (FSR) mounted under sole, two pressure transducers and a displacement sensor used as ankle rotation sensor provide feedback signal for both state detection and low-level impedance control. A simulation model of the ankle prosthesis system was established with the help of Matlab/Simulink to validate its feasibility. Using pre-sampled biomechanics profile as input variable and matched group, the conceptual ankle prosthesis turns out to be able to restore the dynamic interaction response of a wholesome ankle-foot to a great extent.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2019 19th International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2019
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages81-86
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781728124674
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2019
Event19th International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2019 - Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Duration: 2 Dec 20196 Dec 2019

Publication series

Name2019 19th International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2019

Conference

Conference19th International Conference on Advanced Robotics, ICAR 2019
Country/TerritoryBrazil
CityBelo Horizonte
Period2/12/196/12/19

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