Brain-Computer Interface controlled mimicry during robot-led upper limb exercise

  • Carl Bettosi (Author and Speaker)
  • Emilyann Nault (Author)
  • Lynne Baillie (Author)
  • Garschall, M. (Speaker)
  • Marta Romeo (Author)
  • Theodoros Georgiou (Author)
  • Wais-Zechmann, B. (Author)
  • Nicole Binderlehner (Author)

Activity: Talk or presentation / Lecture › Presentation at a scientific conference / workshop

Description

This study explores the integration of Socially Assistive Robots (SARs) and Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) in facilitating upper-limb motor rehabilitation for stroke and brain injury survivors. The research aimed to assess whether SARs mimicking motor intentions, guided by BCI input, could enhance trust and engagement during rehabilitation exercises. A user study involving 22 participants (6 physiotherapists and 16 hemiparetic survivors) was conducted in collaboration with a local rehabilitation center, supported by the AIT Living Lab Research Infrastructure. Participants engaged in two exercise sets under two conditions: BCI-driven mimicry and non-BCI demonstration. Also because of challenges with BCI data quality, findings from 16 participants indicated no significant difference in trust between the two conditions. However, participants reported moderate levels of warmth, high competence, and low discomfort towards the SAR. The experience gained from this collaboration will inform future studies across Europe.
Period20 Feb 2024
Event titleHealth and Wellbeing Living Lab Symposium
Event typeConference
LocationBrussels, BelgiumShow on map
Degree of RecognitionInternational

Research Field

  • Former Research Field - Social and Sustainable Change

Keywords

  • Upper-limb rehabilitation
  • HRI
  • Socially assistive robot
  • Brain-computer interface