: Detect the user's intentions by picking up electrical signals from muscles (EMG) or nerves.
: Measure external variables like force, load, and limb position (e.g., accelerometers and force meters).
Biomechatronics is a rapidly evolving interdisciplinary field that merges with mechatronics (mechanical, electronic, computer, and control engineering) . Its primary mission is to develop devices that interact seamlessly with the human musculoskeletal and nervous systems to assist, restore, or enhance physical capabilities. Core Components of Biomechatronic Systems
Modern biomechatronic devices operate as closed-loop systems that mimic natural biological processes:
: The "artificial muscles" (typically motors or pneumatic systems) that produce the physical force or motion. Major Application Areas
: Acts as the "brain," interpreting sensor data and translating it into movement commands while providing feedback to the user.