Exoskeletons are becoming a key solution for preventing occupational musculoskeletal disorders. While most designs focus on lumbar support, this work introduces a novel cervical-focused exoskeleton to correct hyperlordosis in the sagittal plane. The exoskeleton hybrid system combines active electromagnetic adjustment with passive neodymium magnet support, featuring four cervical electromagnets, one thoracic, and one lumbar unit. These interact with vertebral magnets for adaptive postural correction. The non-invasive magnetic system aims to improve spinal alignment in work environments, with future research focusing on control optimization and performance testing. The methodology included identifying hyperlordosis as the target pathology, translating physiological variables into biomechanical terms, and reviewing existing solutions. The result shows an ergonomic 3d printed exoskeleton hybrid prototype.

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Design of Magnetic Spine Exoskeleton for Sagittal Posture Correction

  • Ramsés Hernández-Cerero,
  • Juan Alejandro Flores-Campos,
  • Jocabed Mendoza-Martinez,
  • Christopher René Torres-SanMiguel

摘要

Exoskeletons are becoming a key solution for preventing occupational musculoskeletal disorders. While most designs focus on lumbar support, this work introduces a novel cervical-focused exoskeleton to correct hyperlordosis in the sagittal plane. The exoskeleton hybrid system combines active electromagnetic adjustment with passive neodymium magnet support, featuring four cervical electromagnets, one thoracic, and one lumbar unit. These interact with vertebral magnets for adaptive postural correction. The non-invasive magnetic system aims to improve spinal alignment in work environments, with future research focusing on control optimization and performance testing. The methodology included identifying hyperlordosis as the target pathology, translating physiological variables into biomechanical terms, and reviewing existing solutions. The result shows an ergonomic 3d printed exoskeleton hybrid prototype.