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Scientific Programs

Organismal Biomechanics and Control
> A Model of Animal Scaling
> Swing Leg Retraction in Running
> Angular Momentum Regulation in Human Walking
> Humanoid Balance Control Using Contact and
   Non-Contact Limbs

> Human Musculoskeletal Leg Design and
   Stance-Limb Control [coming soon]


Skeletal Muscle Biomechanics and Control
> Muscle Testing Apparatus
> Muscle Identification and Control [coming soon]
> Muscle Actuated Robots

       

Technological Programs

Prosthetics
> Variable-Damper Knee Prosthesis
> Active Knee Prosthesis [coming soon]
> Active Ankle-Foot Prosthesis [coming soon]

Orthotics
> Active Ankle-Foot Orthosis

Exoskeletons
> Leg Exoskeleton [coming soon]


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