MIT d Arbeloff Lab
Introduction
The Supernumerary Robotic Limbs (SRL) is a wearable robot which provides a human user with two additional robotic arms. The SRL is being used to assist wearers in complex tasks, to compensate for their weight while working in uncomfortable positions, and to augment their balance during walking. The robot has a wide range of applications, including the aircraft manufacturing industry, construction sites, elderly assistance and gait rehabilitation.
The Supernumerary Robotic Limbs (SRL) concept. The SRL augments the human body by providing two additional robotic limbs. This represents a new form of human augmentation.
Design
The Supernumerary Robotic Limbs (SRL) is composed of four main parts. First, it is equipped with a harness that forms a comfortable yet firm interface with the human body. The harness is attached to the robot base, which follows the shape of the user’s hip and contains control electronics and power storage units. Lastly, two ro