Our researchers in the field of wearable robotics work with a number of specialist organisations to ensure that both doctors and patients are consulted at every stage of development.
Cybathlon
On 8th October 2016, the world’s first Cybathlon took place in Zurich, Switzerland. The Cybathlon is a competition for people with disabilities using robotic assistive aids to complete tasks… Read more
Primates Regain Control of Paralyzed Limb
09.11.16 – Non-human primates regain control of their paralyzed leg – as early as six days after spinal cord injury – thanks to a neuroprosthetic interface that acts as a wireless bridge between the brain and spine, bypassing the injury. A feasibility clinical study has begun in Switzerland to test the therapeutic effects of the spine-part of …
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Exoskeletons
Orthoses, or exoskeletons as they’re more commonly known, are a method to either assist those with reduced mobility in certain parts of their body, or to completely reintroduce function… Read more
Soft Sensors and Actuators
Within NCCR Robotics we use advances in the fields of soft robotics and materials science to create small conductive materials that can be used to replicate and reproduce naturally… Read more
Prostheses
Prostheses, or artificial limbs, are commonly used to replace both the look and function of missing limbs. Recent advances in technology have meant that passive prostheses are becoming a thing… Read more
Brain Computer Interfaces (BCI)
Brain Computer Interfaces, more commonly known as BCIs, are the building blocks for all robotic assistive aids. It is by using BCIs that the robotic assistive aids can know and… Read more
Spin-offs – Wearable Robotics
The consortium is keen to support entrepreneurship. The spin-offs below were granted the NCCR Robotics spin fund. For a full list of our spin-offs please refer to our spin off page.… Read more
Research Overview – Wearable Robotics
NCCR Robotics is a world leader in developing robots that function as assistive aids. Firstly, they can be used to enhance physiotherapy by improving training, thus encouraging the brain… Read more
Human Robot Interaction
Have you ever dreamed of flying? The Symbiotic Drone Activity is a project that aims to give you the sensation of flying while controlling a real drone. The goal of… Read more