contributor author | Ewout Arkenbout | |
contributor author | Just Herder | |
date accessioned | 2017-05-09T00:40:00Z | |
date available | 2017-05-09T00:40:00Z | |
date copyright | June, 2010 | |
date issued | 2010 | |
identifier issn | 1932-6181 | |
identifier other | JMDOA4-28010#027512_1.pdf | |
identifier uri | http://yetl.yabesh.ir/yetl/handle/yetl/144415 | |
description abstract | Most current sit-to-stand devices are electrically powered. These devices, typically chairs, are for home use and are not portable. Yet there is a great need for a device that can be used anywhere. This paper proposes a novel portable device, named the QuickStand. Its working principle is based on a spring which provides partial support. When sitting down, this spring stores energy, which becomes available in getting up. A lock avoids undesired release of spring energy. The device is adjustable to subjects and chairs, making it very versatile. A prototype was manufactured. Technical evaluation showed the ability to provide around 150 N of support force over the whole range of motion. The device was successfully tested on a subject with a full body muscle disorder. | |
publisher | The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) | |
title | The Quickstand: A Portable Device to Facilitate Standing Up | |
type | Journal Paper | |
journal volume | 4 | |
journal issue | 2 | |
journal title | Journal of Medical Devices | |
identifier doi | 10.1115/1.3442757 | |
journal fristpage | 27512 | |
identifier eissn | 1932-619X | |
tree | Journal of Medical Devices:;2010:;volume( 004 ):;issue: 002 | |
contenttype | Fulltext | |