産学連携による持ち上げ動作補助スーツe.z.UP®の開発

抄録

The lift up assistance suit e.z.UP® was developed by collaborating academic-industry. At first the fundamental structure was proposed by academic from the recognition of the target field people’s demands. However, to achieve the quality of the suit which can be sold as a product, it is necessary to discuss with industry. They have various experience and knowledge how to finalize it practically. On the other hand, academic has to not only propose but also analyze to confirm how effective it is. By collaborating each other, the new and usable idea of the product are born. Finally, our suit was evaluated with electromyography while lifting up by young subjects. BB and PM muscles activity were decreased, and it could be confirmed the effectiveness of this suit.