Objective: Develop an intelligent equipment that can perform multiple modes of functional exercise on the knee joint, and can accurately measure and control strength, angle, angular velocity, time, frequency and so on.
Methods: Using geared motors, magnetic powder brakes and synchronous belt wheel sets and other mechanical structure and transmission technology combined with sophisticated mechanical design methods, the knee joint multiple functional exercise methods are cleverly integrated; a highly reliable PLC is used as the control core; the resistance torque out-put by the equipment is accurately controlled by adjusting the size of the exciting current; the angle sensor is used to accurately measure the rotation angle around the axis; and the error of each parameter index and the actual measured value is controlled within 5%.
Results: The developed prototype has a compact structure and a simple and convenient method of use. Based on the control of joint parameters such as resistance, the expected goal is achieved.
Conclusions: The equipment can carry out diversified, accurate and automatic rehabilitation treatment for knee joint diseases, and has certain social and economic benefits.
Keywords: angular velocity; automation; functional exercise; knee joint; resistance.