Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences· 2026Q1
Advancing human sensorimotor research through modular robotics: the case of the HRX-1
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The HRX-1, a modular, direct-drive robotic device, enables novel investigations into human sensorimotor control, diagnostics, and neuromechanics through its reconfigurable architecture and integration with multimodal sensing.
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Key points
- The HRX-1 is a modular, direct-drive robotic device for human sensorimotor control research.
- Its reconfigurable architecture supports a wide range of experimental questions.
- Integration with EMG, FES, and EEG allows investigation of muscle responses and brain coordination.
- The system aids in developing novel movement-assistive strategies for neuromotor rehabilitation.
- Potential clinical applications include studies in children with dystonia, stroke recovery, and functional neurological disorders.
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Abstract
Abstract The HRX-1 is a single-degree-of-freedom, direct-drive, modular and reconfigurable robotic device designed for investigating human sensorimotor control. By examining its use, this case study highlights the opportunities offered by modular, portable and user-centred open-source design approaches for sensorimotor diagnostics and basic neuromechanics research. The robot's architecture enables simple and rapid reconfiguration, allowing researchers to explore a wide range of experimental questions. When combined with muscle electromyography, functional electrical stimulation and electroencephalography, the system enables investigation of how muscles respond to external forces and how the brain coordinates the responses. These multimodal approaches also support the development of novel movement-assistive strategies for neuromotor rehabilitation. Clinical applications include studies of brain activity patterns in children with dystonia, upper-limb rehabilitation after stroke and therapy for patients with functional neurological disorders. This article is part of the discussion meeting issue ‘Digital healthcare for the management of functional neurological disorders’.
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