Muscle force production occurs within an environment of tissues that exhibit spring-like
behavior, and this elasticity is a critical determinant of muscle performance during …

In human gait analysis studies, the entire foot is typically modeled as a single rigid-body
segment; however, this neglects power generated/absorbed within the foot. Here we show …

Variability in human walking depends on individual physiology, environment, and walking
task. Consequently, in the field of wearable robotics, there is a clear need for customizing …

Computational modeling and simulation of neuromusculoskeletal (NMS) systems enables
researchers and clinicians to study the complex dynamics underlying human and animal …

Introduction Tibial stress fractures are a common overuse injury resulting from the
accumulation of bone microdamage due to repeated loading. Researchers and wearable …

In this paper we present a soft lower-extremity robotic exosuit intended to augment normal
muscle function in healthy individuals. Compared to previous exoskeletons, the device is …

The lengths and velocities of muscle fibers have a dramatic effect on muscle force
generation. It is unknown, however, whether the lengths and velocities of lower limb muscle …

Running is a bouncing gait in which the body mass center slows and lowers during the first
half of the stance phase; the mass center is then accelerated forward and upward into flight …

Understanding the distinct functions of human muscles could not only help professionals
obtain insights into the underlying mechanisms that we accommodate compromised …

The interaction between the muscle fascicle and tendon components of the human soleus
(SO) muscle influences the capacity of the muscle to generate force and mechanical work …