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MIT engineers create elder assist robot E-BAR to prevent falls at home
- MIT engineers have developed a robot, E-BAR, to assist the elderly in preventing falls at home.
- The U.S. population is aging, with a projected increase in adults older than 65 to 82 million by 2050.
- E-BAR acts as robotic handlebars that provide physical support and can prevent falls by lifting and catching a person.
- The robot aims to address the challenges of eldercare, including shortages in caregivers and rising healthcare costs.
- The design concept of E-BAR focuses on providing older adults with balance impairment robotic handlebars for stabilization.
- Researchers at MIT aim to design robots that prioritize patient needs and help the elderly age in place.
- E-BAR is designed to be unobtrusive, provide body weight support, and actively assist with gait and fall prevention.
- The robot can move in any direction without pivoting, with arms equipped with airbags to catch a falling person.
- Future iterations of E-BAR aim to automate its functions and make it more maneuverable in small spaces.
- The robot was tested successfully in various household scenarios, demonstrating its ability to support daily activities of older adults.
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