Four years ago, Honda released the Stride Management Assist device. Since then, the Japanese automaker has been fine-tuning it and now the straightforward device is about to undergo field testing at Japan's National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology (NCGG).
Let's take a glance at the Honda Stride Management Assist device
- Weight: 6.2 pounds (including batteries)- Running time: Approximately two hours
- Pre-programmed range to make subtle adjustments to walking range and rhythm
- Heartbeat monitoring
The new device is designed for people with limited walking ability. It's lightweight and specially made to help patients with weakened leg muscles walk more quickly and for longer periods of time without feeling fatigued.
When did Honda first demonstrate an interest in anything other than automotive mobility?
This might come as a surprise; but, far before they officially unveiled Stride Management Assist in '08. Honda has actually been working with walking robot technology since the 80s; and they currently have 130 patents - not to mention its ASIMO robot - to show for it.
In early testing, Honda has found that Stride Management Assist can help to maintain mobility and, in some cases, even restore walking function. The goal of the more in-depth field testing in Japan is to further assess functionality and, of course, garner patient feedback. This will ultimately help Honda to further perfect Stride Management Assist before bringing it to market.
Interested in learning how the field tests go?
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