electromyography prosthetics robotic arm circuit design
Abstract:
This document presents an array of background information on the topic of using electromyography (EMG) signals in conjunction with a robotic arm as a means of control. A brief introduction of this topic is given, followed by the technical literature which gives insight on the designs of prosthetics and exoskeletons, and how these devices have been modernized in various ways. Then, the different components of an EMG circuit are analyzed in detail to understand how this circuit will control a robotic arm. This is followed by the creation of a motor circuit that connects to a robotic arm. These two subsystems are combined to control the X-R3 Robotic Arm. In the final section of this paper, the effectiveness of the complete system is discussed as well as improvements for the future.
