Man-walker robot
Date of Publication
2008
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering
College
Gokongwei College of Engineering
Department/Unit
Electronics and Communications Engineering
Thesis Adviser
Elmer Jose P. Dadios
Defense Panel Chair
Antonio S. Gonzales. Jr.
Defense Panel Member
Edwin Sybingco
Roberto T. Caguingin
Abstract/Summary
In the Philippines, senior citizens comprise four percent of the total population. When people get older, they may need assistance in walking due to the onset of age related problems such as arthritis. There are also a lot of physically challenged people in the country that may benefit from such a device. There are various equipment available in the market for such purpose, such as a cane or walking sticks, but the group wanted to create a technologically advanced substitute that would allow those in need of assistance to have a sophisticated walker. The walker would consist of electronic and mechanical parts, and would be capable of supporting the user. It will be able to sense and avoid obstacles along a path and allow the user to choose from three different pre-set speeds. The battery operated walker will allow a person in need of walking assistance more mobility and freedom.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU14869
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
1 v. (various foliations) : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.
Keywords
Robotics; Mobile robots; Robots--Motion
Recommended Citation
Averia, R. K., Centillo, C. P., Chua, M. U., & Lee, L. L. (2008). Man-walker robot. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/14461