Recent content by Thom Stoops

I believe you are correct. I have analysed energy flow throughout the system and have found that there is no energy available at this point in the cycle, and that I'll have to use a secondary form of power to recock the springs. What would you recommend for this application? Preferably something...

The spring is held in an extended state by a trigger for the duration of the user's step up to the point where they would push off the ground to propel themselves forward. At this point a switch is activated via a wire connected to the leg cable which releases the spring, pulling back the leg at...

I'm trying to design an entirely mechanical system for returning an extension spring to its extended state, without the assistance of electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics or any other form of auxiliary power. It's for a soft exosuit concept that simply enhances the speed and ease of walking or...