System and method for joint testing

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9642725
APP PUB NO 20150057809A1
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14532664

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The present invention relates to joint simulators, and in particular, to methods and systems for controlling joint simulators by using a haptic mapping technique. A joint simulator is used to closely approximate the conditions within the body, particularly with respect to human and animal joints, and can be used to test and evaluate prosthetics for use in various parts of a human or animal body. The haptic mapping technique improves the rate of convergence of the actual testing forces to the prescribed forces during repetitive performance and life testing. The method is used in conjunction with an impedance-mode servo controller.

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ADVANCED MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY INC (D/B/A AMTI)176 WALTHAM STREET WATERTOWN MA 02472

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Deck, Joseph F Somerville, US 3 22
Hunter, Bradley L Lexington, US 18 625
White, Bruce F Boston, US 10 92

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