3 accepted papers
Lower limb exoskeletons and exosuits have shown promise in augmenting human physical capabilities, with applications ranging from rehabilitation to performance enhancement. Accurate evaluation of their impact on metabolic energy expenditure is crucial for optimizing design and control strategies. Wh
The virtual pivot point (VPP), a theoretical convergence point of ground reaction forces during gait, has gained attention for its potential to uncover underlying locomotor control strategies. Here, we present the first investigation of VPP in individuals with unilateral above-knee amputation, using
Balancing or postural stability is one of important locomotor subfunctions in bipedal gaits. The inverted pendulum and virtual pivot point (VPP) are common modeling approaches to analyze balance control in human and robot walking. In this paper, we employ the VPP concept to investigate posture contr…