This dissertation explores the biomechanics of human ankle push-off in walking using 2D reflex-controlled neuromuscular gait simulations. It examines how skeletal and muscular morphology influence propulsion, showing that a mobile foot arch enhances push-off power. The Gastrocnemius muscle is essential for knee-ankle coordination, and deviations in its slack length reduce gait efficiency. These findings provide insights for prosthesis and exoskeleton design, advocating for passive, mechanically optimized structures.
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This dissertation explores the biomechanics of human ankle push-off in walking using 2D reflex-controlled neuromuscular gait simulations. It examines how skeletal and muscular morphology influence propulsion, showing that a mobile foot arch enhances push-off power. The Gastrocnemius muscle is essential for knee-ankle coordination, and deviations in its slack length reduce gait efficiency. These findings provide insights for prosthesis and exoskeleton design, advocating for passive, mechanically...
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