Robotics Initiative - Talem Technologies X-Ar Exoskeleton Grant

Robotics Initiative - Talem Technologies X-Ar Exoskeleton Grant

Funder: Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD)

Award Amount: $70,000

Focus Area: Robotic technology development for Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Background

PPMD launched a Robotics Initiative in spring 2015 to explore devices in development that have the potential to assist people living with Duchenne. The organization has been an early funder of several robotic programs that strive to improve the quality of life for people with Duchenne.

Project Description

This grant supported a pilot study of the X-Ar exoskeletal arm technology developed by Talem Technologies. The X-Ar is designed to build upon a user's arm strength, empowering them to endure longer and perform better in various tasks. The device consists of a cuff that cradles the arm with a patented configuration of springs and tensioning hardware to provide zero-gravity support necessary to reach farther and accomplish more.

Geographic Scope

United States

Eligibility

This was a competitive grant awarded to Talem Technologies (private company) and their research team.

Contact Information

• Phone: 1-800-714-5437
• Email: info@parentprojectmd.org
• Address: 1012 14th Street, NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005
• Website: parentprojectmd.org