This project leverages frugal design principles and requirements engineering to develop a low-cost, wearable lower limb exoskeleton aimed at improving mobility and facilitating exercise for the aging society.

Research goal

Given the growing ageing population a critical need for accessible assistive technology for the elderly, particularly focused on mobility enhancements. Many elderly individuals face mobility-related impairments that impact their independence and quality of life. Current solutions are expensive and primarily targeted at rehabilitation patients. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a low-cost, wearable lower limb exoskeleton aimed at improving mobility and facilitating exercise for the aging society.

ChallENG Area

Vertically Integrated Projects

Research Areas
  • Frugal design
  • 3-D printing
  • Automation and control
  • Software Engineering
  • AI 
  • Small scale energy storage

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

  • Responsible Consumption and Production: SDG10  
  • Good Health and Well being: SDG3

Credit

✔ 6 UoC per course 

Students from mechanical design, 3-D printing, mechatronics and software engineering would be most welcome!

Team Academic Lead

Prof. Sami Kara

UNSW Vertically Integrated Projects Program Director

School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

02 9385 5757

s.kara@unsw.edu.au

Prof. Maurice Pagnucco

Deputy Dean Education

School of Computer Science and Engineering

morri@unsw.edu.au