抄録
In this study, we develop a wearable walking assist device to realize an independent daily life of caretaker required. To support walking in safe hands and not to give user fear, affinity for person is concerned. Also, the device need be lightweight and simple structure. The pneumatic rubber artificial muscle is placed in the developed device and support extending and flexing each joint of leg. In this paper, structure and characteristic of this device is described. Additionally, the effectiveness of this device is evaluated by wearing it.