About this Research Topic
Biomedical sensing in assistive devices represents a dynamic intersection of biomedical engineering and sensor technology aimed at improving the functionality, adaptability, and user experience of such devices for individuals with disabilities or health conditions. It involves the integration of various sensors, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, electromyography sensors, and biosensors, into devices like prosthetics, wheelchairs, exoskeletons, and wearable gadgets. Biomedical sensing allows these assistive devices to gather real-time data on the user's movements, physiological state, and environmental factors. These data can be then converted into responsive modifications to the device's behavior, enabling optimization of performance, and prevention of potential accidents or injuries. Overall, biomedical sensing for assistive devices holds immense promise in enhancing the quality of life and overall well-being of individuals with disabilities or health challenges, paving the way for more personalized, responsive, and user-centric assistive technologies.
The integration of biomedical sensing in assistive devices addresses several key challenges including limited adaptability, lack of user feedback, ineffective health monitoring, and one-size-fits-all approaches. The primary goal is to provide real-time feedback on the user's physiological parameters, movements, and environmental conditions, allowing the assistive devices to modify their behavior, anticipate user needs, and optimize performance accordingly. For instance, sensors could detect changes in muscle activity for more intuitive control of prosthetic limbs or monitor heart rate and oxygen saturation levels to prevent overexertion during physical activities. The proposed Research Topic aims to improve adaptability, functionality, and user experience while promoting better health monitoring and personalized support for individuals with disabilities or health conditions.
Papers should contain original content in theoretical analysis, methods, technical development, and/or novel clinical applications of biomedical sensing in assistive devices. Topics covered by interest include but are not limited to:
• Biosensors design and application in assistive devices.
• Acquisition, transmission, storage, retrieval, management, processing and analysis of biomedical and health information in assistive devices.
• Applications of information and communication technologies in the practice of healthcare, patient monitoring, and rehabilitation.
• Wearable sensor systems applied to assistive devices.
• Human-machine interaction in assistive devices.
• Medical and biological imaging informatics in assistive devices.
• Rehabilitation robotics with biomedical sensor systems.
• Wearable robotics with biomedical sensor systems.
• Prosthetics and orthotics with biomedical sensor systems.
The integration of biomedical sensing in assistive devices addresses several key challenges including limited adaptability, lack of user feedback, ineffective health monitoring, and one-size-fits-all approaches. The primary goal is to provide real-time feedback on the user's physiological parameters, movements, and environmental conditions, allowing the assistive devices to modify their behavior, anticipate user needs, and optimize performance accordingly. For instance, sensors could detect changes in muscle activity for more intuitive control of prosthetic limbs or monitor heart rate and oxygen saturation levels to prevent overexertion during physical activities. The proposed Research Topic aims to improve adaptability, functionality, and user experience while promoting better health monitoring and personalized support for individuals with disabilities or health conditions.
Papers should contain original content in theoretical analysis, methods, technical development, and/or novel clinical applications of biomedical sensing in assistive devices. Topics covered by interest include but are not limited to:
• Biosensors design and application in assistive devices.
• Acquisition, transmission, storage, retrieval, management, processing and analysis of biomedical and health information in assistive devices.
• Applications of information and communication technologies in the practice of healthcare, patient monitoring, and rehabilitation.
• Wearable sensor systems applied to assistive devices.
• Human-machine interaction in assistive devices.
• Medical and biological imaging informatics in assistive devices.
• Rehabilitation robotics with biomedical sensor systems.
• Wearable robotics with biomedical sensor systems.
• Prosthetics and orthotics with biomedical sensor systems.
Keywords: biosensors, intelligent sensing, assistive devices, human-machine interaction, motion intention recognition, biological and physiological signals, prosthetics and orthotics, exoskeletons
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