BIOMAT Database Logo BIOMAT Database Logo

Design of Soft Robotic Actuation for Supporting Eyelid Closure Movement. 2018

Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki

We have been developing a facial wearable robot to support the eyelid movements of patients with facial paralysis, especially on one side of the face [1]. This robot has a mechanism for supporting eyelid movements, made from a soft material, which is called the eyelid gating mechanism (ELGM). The ELGM deforms by simple rotational actuation inputs and its deformation is customized to the eyelid movements. Therefore, this robot can provide non-invasive and gentle support for eyelid movements. We herein describe the design rule of the ELGM, and based on this, we conducted a deformation analysis with a non-linear finite element method. We verified the deformation trend from the results, and developed three prototypes based on this trend. Using these prototypes, we conducted a clinical study with facial paralysis patients to evaluate if the ELGM is capable of assisting in closing the eyelid.

UI MeSH Term Description Entries
D009068 Movement The act, process, or result of passing from one place or position to another. It differs from LOCOMOTION in that locomotion is restricted to the passing of the whole body from one place to another, while movement encompasses both locomotion but also a change of the position of the whole body or any of its parts. Movement may be used with reference to humans, vertebrate and invertebrate animals, and microorganisms. Differentiate also from MOTOR ACTIVITY, movement associated with behavior. Movements
D005143 Eyelids Each of the upper and lower folds of SKIN which cover the EYE when closed. Eyelid
D005152 Facial Muscles Muscles of facial expression or mimetic muscles that include the numerous muscles supplied by the facial nerve that are attached to and move the skin of the face. (From Stedman, 25th ed) Mimetic Muscles,Facial Muscle,Mimetic Muscle,Muscle, Facial,Muscle, Mimetic,Muscles, Facial,Muscles, Mimetic
D005158 Facial Paralysis Severe or complete loss of facial muscle motor function. This condition may result from central or peripheral lesions. Damage to CNS motor pathways from the cerebral cortex to the facial nuclei in the pons leads to facial weakness that generally spares the forehead muscles. FACIAL NERVE DISEASES generally results in generalized hemifacial weakness. NEUROMUSCULAR JUNCTION DISEASES and MUSCULAR DISEASES may also cause facial paralysis or paresis. Facial Palsy,Hemifacial Paralysis,Facial Palsy, Lower Motor Neuron,Facial Palsy, Upper Motor Neuron,Facial Paralysis, Central,Facial Paralysis, Peripheral,Facial Paresis,Lower Motor Neuron Facial Palsy,Upper Motor Neuron Facial Palsy,Central Facial Paralyses,Central Facial Paralysis,Facial Palsies,Facial Paralyses, Central,Facial Paralyses, Peripheral,Palsies, Facial,Palsy, Facial,Paralyses, Central Facial,Paralyses, Facial,Paralyses, Hemifacial,Paralysis, Central Facial,Paralysis, Facial,Paralysis, Hemifacial,Paralysis, Peripheral Facial,Pareses, Facial,Paresis, Facial,Peripheral Facial Paralysis
D006801 Humans Members of the species Homo sapiens. Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D000076251 Wearable Electronic Devices Electronic implements worn on the body as an implant or as an accessory. Examples include wearable diagnostic devices, wearable ACTIVITY TRACKERS, wearable INFUSION PUMPS, wearable computing devices, SENSORY AIDS, and electronic pest repellents. Wearable Computer,Electronic Skin,Wearable Devices,Wearable Technology,Computer, Wearable,Device, Wearable,Device, Wearable Electronic,Electronic Device, Wearable,Skin, Electronic,Technology, Wearable,Wearable Computers,Wearable Device,Wearable Electronic Device,Wearable Technologies
D012371 Robotics The application of electronic, computerized control systems to mechanical devices designed to perform human functions. Formerly restricted to industry, but nowadays applied to artificial organs controlled by bionic (bioelectronic) devices, like automated insulin pumps and other prostheses. Companion Robots,Humanoid Robots,Remote Operations (Robotics),Social Robots,Socially Assistive Robots,Telerobotics,Soft Robotics,Assistive Robot, Socially,Companion Robot,Humanoid Robot,Operation, Remote (Robotics),Operations, Remote (Robotics),Remote Operation (Robotics),Robot, Companion,Robot, Humanoid,Robot, Social,Robot, Socially Assistive,Robotic, Soft,Social Robot,Socially Assistive Robot,Soft Robotic

Related Publications

Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Toward a Common Framework for the Design of Soft Robotic Manipulators with Fluidic Actuation.
October 2018, Soft robotics,
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Horizontal eyelid movement on eyelid closure.
March 2005, Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery,
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Multimodal Soft Robotic Actuation and Locomotion.
May 2024, Advanced materials (Deerfield Beach, Fla.),
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Design of a Soft Robotic Elbow Sleeve with Passive and Intent-Controlled Actuation.
January 2017, Frontiers in neuroscience,
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Re: "Horizontal eyelid movement on eyelid closure".
November 2005, Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery,
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Re: "Horizontal eyelid movement on eyelid closure".
November 2005, Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery,
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Addressable Acoustic Actuation of 3D Printed Soft Robotic Microsystems.
October 2020, Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany),
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Disposable endoscope tip actuation design and robotic platform.
January 2010, Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. Annual International Conference,
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Soft Actuators and Actuation: Design, Synthesis and Applications.
June 2024, Macromolecular rapid communications,
Yuta Kozaki, and Naoki Matsushiro, and Kenji Suzuki
Inverse Origami Design Model for Soft Robotic Development.
February 2024, Soft robotics,
Copied contents to your clipboard!