A transtibial prosthesis using a parallel spring mechanism
Donggyu Jung,Shinsuk Park,Junho Choi,Donggyu Jung,Shinsuk Park,Junho Choi
Prosthetic legs have been used to restore function in the lower limbs lost due to amputation. Early designs including prosthetic legs with a passive joint or without any joint as well as the Energy Storing and Releasing (ESR) feet have shown deficiency in push-off torque, which results in asymmetric gait pattern, slower walking speed, and higher cost of transportation. Although powered prosthetic ...