Carbonhand (robotic glove)

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2024: Product Release

In early August 2024, Bioservo released the Carbonhand robotic glove, which returns the grip power to weakened hands. The device is aimed at people with multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, myositis, osteoarthritis and other diseases that can lead to disorders of the motor activity of the hands.

Work on a soft robotic glove began in the mechatronics laboratory of the Swedish Royal Institute of Technology. Bioservo was founded in 2006 to commercialize the product. In 2016, General Motors transferred a license to Bioservo for RoboGlove technology, created in conjunction with NASA specialists.

Bioservo

The Carbonhand has a semi-open design. The index finger and little finger remain open, while the thumb, middle and ring fingers are gloved. Built-in pressure sensors transmit signals to the control system during certain actions to activate small drives when additional assistance is required to securely hold objects. These drives pull on artificial tendons to create a "natural and dynamic grip." A small power supply can be worn on the belt or on the back, there are belts for fixing cables.

To change the settings, use the accompanying mobile application for your smartphone. For example, you can create multiple profiles to perform household tasks, active pastime, and more. The Carbonhand comes in five different sizes for right and left hands.

Carbonhand is a revolutionary solution that brings power back to people with impaired hand function. The glove provides activity in everyday life, at work or during rehabilitation, says Bioservo.[1]

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