Motor for robotic therapeutic suit for the legs

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A suitable motor for a robotic therapeutic suit for the legs must withstand resistive forces without damage. Gears may be necessary to enhance performance and protect the motor. Consideration of pneumatic or hydraulic systems is suggested as alternatives. Implementing a controller can prevent electric motor overload, while an over-current cut-out can serve as a safety measure for rare overload incidents. Selecting the right motor and protective mechanisms is crucial for the suit's functionality and durability.
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we are in need of a suitable motor that can be used for our thesis. We need a motor that will not be destroyed even though we apply a resistive force to the rotation of the motor. Do we need to apply gears? thanks! :D
 
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Have you looked into pneumatics or hyrdraulics?
 
For an electric motor you could use a controller/etc to make sure it doesn't get overloaded.

If overloading is only a rare accident, then you could use something like an MCB or other over-current cut-out.
 

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