Background:

The MENRVA rehabilitation group has developed a wrist exoskeleton system for assistance and/or rehabilitation of individuals with stroke. The exoskeleton was fabricated using the latest 3D printing technology, and it is  portable and lightweight. The controller of the exoskeleton was developed on an Arduino platform. Various control modes have been implemented. An intuitive user interface and additioanl functionalities should however be implemented to enhance the user;s experience.

Co-op objective:                                                                              

• optimize existing firmware for exoskeleton control
• add functionalities based on requirement suggested by therapists and users
• re-design controller module of the exoskeleton system to improve usability

Tasks:

The student will work with assistance/guidance of graduate students and/or post doctorate fellows. Tasks includes:

• program the firmware of the exoskeleton system using C or other language
  
• design printed circuit board of the exoskeleton system using Altium
• design the user interface of the controller module using CAD tools
  

Prerequisite:  

• at least 100 credit hours; 
• CGPA>2.8.
• competent  in C
• experienced with PCB design and Solidworks are an asset

Notes:

• Minimum honorarium is provided (exception: NSERC URSA);
• The ideal candidate would like to contribute in applied research and be willing to work on a mechatronic project. However, students with expertise in at least one of the above mentioned six subsystems are invited to apply.