Brain, Body, and Robotics
Examine computational models of brain control of human movement. Explore the roles of sensors, actuators, and neural circuits for biological movement control from an engineering perspective. Study current approaches to robotic and mechatronic devices that support and enhance human movements. Develop and test prototypes for robot modules that interact with the human body while studying the latest literature in neuromuscular controls, neuromotor recovery, and design and control of rehabilitation robots. Mechanical Engineering 384R (Topic 7) and 397 (Topic: Brain, Body, and Robotics) may not both be counted. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Prerequisites & course information
Examine computational models of brain control of human movement. Explore the roles of sensors, actuators, and neural circuits for biological movement control from an engineering perspective. Study current approaches to robotic and mechatronic devices that support and enhance human movements. Develop and test prototypes for robot modules that interact with the human body while studying the latest literature in neuromuscular controls, neuromotor recovery, and design and control of rehabilitation robots. Mechanical Engineering 384R (Topic 7) and 397 (Topic: Brain, Body, and Robotics) may not both be counted. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027