Degree Program: Mechanical Engineering | Concentration: Bio-mechanical
Year: Class of 2019
How has undergraduate research impacted your life?
By getting involved in the undergraduate research program, I explored my ability to perform tasks and solve issues that I never thought I could do. This one year of research experience has made me a better candidate for mechanical engineering program and has opened doors for me in the real-world industries as well. Furthermore, it has motivated me to advance my knowledge by pursuing Master’s Degree.
What does research mean to you?
To me, research is exploring your ability to resolve real-world issues and reach better conclusions.
Describe some of the projects you have worked on?
Lower Limb Knee Exoskeleton Device: This project was the primary phase to develop a prototype of a lower limb exoskeleton through the implementation of novel hardware and software techniques that will overcome specific issues that current exoskeletons suffer from, such as lack of robust controllability, bulkiness, and actuation performance. During this phase, a knee exoskeleton with a linear actuator was constructed. It was controlled using data received from electromyography (EMG) signals. The device was designed as an assistive device for a non-handicapped person. The main requirement of the device was to match or exceed 25% (2.35 Nm) of the knee joint torque of the average human male (20-35 years) during walking. The device successfully achieved and surpassed this goal by producing a maximum measured torque of 16.95 Nm at the knee joint. The device was also able to produce a maximum flexion angle of 60 degrees.