Motorised exoskeletons are wearable augmentative technologies that use a motor , lead screw and a spring to provide musculoskeletal support .
EMS is the sole UK and Ireland supplier of leading miniature and micro drive manufacturer , FAULHABER , who advances small brushed DC motor technology with precious metal commutation .
FAULHABER SR series motors employ this type of commutation due to its compact size , precise commutation signalling and extremely low contact resistance , reducing wear-and-tear and enhancing reliability . Other benefits include no cogging torque creating smooth , accurate movement and speed control , higher overall efficiency and quietness , allowing for the desired naturalness , freedom , and safety while the wearer works .
This makes these motors ideal for exoskeletons . In fact , FAULHABER has found exoskeleton success in France with JAPET , who use four FAULHABER Series 1524 SR precious metal commutation DCmicromotors in its Japet . W model . Each motor weighs 18 grams and is strong enough to take the weight of three to four medium-sized cars throughout the working day . The Japet . W is actively used in France ’ s transport , construction and medical sectors , observing a 75 per cent pain reduction in wearers .
Motorised exoskeletons offer a promising solution to alleviate and prevent occupational back pain , and with developing micromotor technology , the future of pain management could rest on the shoulders of forward-thinking , wearable support systems . With an ageing workforce , NHS backlogs , ineffective treatments , and working patterns not set to change for the foreseeable , motorised exoskeletons might just be the backup Britain needs .
EMS exclusively supplies FAULHABER products to the UK and Ireland . To learn more about FAULHABER S / G DC-micromotors and drive systems , and for specialist advice , contact one of our engineers today www . ems-limited . co . uk / contact-us /
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