Usability and Effectiveness of Exoskeletal Robots in Varying Work Conditions
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Robotics and Automation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2026 | Viewed by 34
Special Issue Editors
Interests: ergonomics; biomechanics; UI/UX; system safety; industrial safety
Interests: ergonomics; biomechanics; UI/UX; system safety; industrial safety
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Exoskeleton robots are currently being utilized across various industrial sectors, leading to significant, global efforts towards their development. However, it is essential to establish development concepts based on the specific characteristics of both their users and the tasks that they are expected to perform. To address this, research into the usability and efficiency of exoskeletons in relation to task characteristics is necessary. Consequently, this Special Issue invites submissions that evaluate the effectiveness of exoskeleton robots according to task types, employing both electromyography (EMG) analysis and subjective satisfaction assessments.
Dr. Kyung-sun Lee
Dr. Jaejin Hwang
Dr. Jinwon Lee
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- exoskeletal robot
- usability
- effectiveness
- work condition
- EMG
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