Current Projects
CBM-MOTUS
PRIN 2008 - OPEN HAND
Past Projects
BRAIN HAND
MOTHER
PRIN 2007
Methods and Systems for Robot-Mediated Motor Therapy
- Design and development of Cartesian robotic machines for motor recovery of the upper limb in post-stroke patients;
- Analysis and control of exoskeletal systems for the rehabilitation of the upper and lower limb in people with reduced motor capabilities;
- Interfaces and human-Machine interaction control systems for Cartesian and exoskeletal rehabilitation machines.
Functional Assessment
- Mechatronic devices for functional assessment;
- Use of brain imaging techniques (EEG, MEG, fMRI)) for evaluating robot-assisted neuro-rehabilitation therapy and generating adequate corrective actions;
- Biomechanical studies and analysis of the basic mechanisms of biological motor control of the upper limb;
- Methods and techniques for measuring visco-elastic properties of the upper limb.
Assistive Technology
- Human Factors Bioengineering;
- Integrated systems for assistance to the elderly and the disabled;
- Technical aids for the integration of youth disabled in education;
- Personal robotics and Domotics;
- Human-machine interfaces based on non-invasive neural interfaces (EMG, EEG);
- Clinical and socio-economical evaluation of devices and services for personal assistance.