UTDL Exoskeleton Team

Team Description

As part of the UTDL Exoskeleton Team, I contributed to the design of a wearable robotic exoskeleton aimed at assisting lower-limb movement. My main focus was designing a gearbox system that facilitated plantar flexion and dorsiflexion while being manufacturable and reliable.

I conducted FEA studies and created prototypes to validate performance, iterating designs to optimize ergonomics and user comfort. Collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and biomedical engineering disciplines was critical, as the team balanced competing constraints such as cost, stability, and timeline. This project enhanced my knowledge in biomechanics, robotics design, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

My contributions

Led the design of the gearbox system responsible for enabling plantar flexion and dorsiflexion in the lower limb exoskeleton.
Oversaw mechanical integration of the gearbox into the leg structure, ensuring alignment with biomechanical movement patterns and user comfort.
Sourced and selected DC motors and mechanical components, balancing torque output, size, and weight for optimal performance.

Key Accomplishments:

Designed and iterated a compact, manufacturable gearbox to support ankle actuation with a focus on minimizing bulk and maximizing torque transfer.
Conducted Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural integrity and reduce mechanical failure risks under load.
Built and tested physical prototypes to assess performance, refine fitment, and validate force output across the gait cycle.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across mechanical, electrical, and biomedical engineering to ensure design compatibility and safety.
Helped balance constraints, including stability, cost, ergonomics, and project timeline, contributing to the system's overall feasibility and user-centered design.

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