Standard Practice for Movement Tests When Using an Exoskeleton

Importancia y uso:

5.1 This practice guides the user through selection and documentation of movement tests and procedures for use in evaluating exoskeletons while worn by the user. The practice is designed to allow replication of movements and tests. Fig. 1 shows a flow chart for performing movement test methods. Initially, the movement test is requested by a manufacturer, user/potential user, etc. as in box 1. The environment in which the test is to be performed is documented using Practice F3427 as in box 2a. If the movement test will also include an optional load handling test (for example, walking while carrying a load), the load handling portion of the test is documented using Practice F3443 as in box 2b. This practice is shown in box 3 where documentation of the movement and test results occurs. Evaluation of results occurs after the test has been completed as in box 4.

FIG. 1 Flow Chart for Performing Exoskeleton-User Movement Test Methods

Note 1: This practice is shown in the bold outlined box #3.

5.2 It is expected that this practice provides test guidance for many, although not all, movement activities using exoskeletons that may occur. However, the test method (see Section 8) provides examples to be used directly or as guidance for developing additional movement artifacts and movement tests.

Subcomité:

F48.03

Referida por:

F3323-24, F3584-22, F3528-21, F3582-22, F3580-24, F3581-22, F3523-21, F3583-22

Volúmen:

15.13

Número ICS:

11.040.60 (Therapy equipment)

Palabras clave:

environmental conditions; exoskeleton; exosuit; load handling; mobility; movement;