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PUBLICATIONS

Robotic Patient Lift and Transfer

Published

Author(s)

Roger V. Bostelman, James S. Albus

Abstract

This book chapter provides background on wheelchairs, patient lift devices and the combination of mobile patient lift and transfer devices and research. The NIST Home Lift, Position and Rehabilitation (HLPR) Chair is detailed explaining the system, its use for picking up and placing patients on chairs, beds, and toilets and for rehabilitation. Control research of the HLPR Chair for manual and autonomous modes are explained including leveraging the NIST Mobility Program research in this area. Improvements to the HLPR Chair design for better ergonomics and manufacturability are explained with guidance for future research.
Citation
Service Robots
Publisher Info
Aleksandar Lazinica, Editor, Vienna, AS
Pub Type
Books

Keywords

HLPR Chair, wheelchair, patient lift, patient transfer, mobile robot, control
Bioscience and Health

Citation

Bostelman, R. and Albus, J. (2008), Robotic Patient Lift and Transfer, Aleksandar Lazinica, Editor, Vienna, AS (Accessed October 10, 2025)

Issues

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Created December 31, 2008, Updated February 19, 2017
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