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Adaptive human-robot interaction based on lag-lead modelling for home-based stroke rehabilitation : Novel mechanisms for assessment and performance based adaptation of task difficulty
Basteris, A.; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2013)In this work we present three interaction algorithms developed under the EU project SCRIPT in order to evaluate stroke patients' capabilities, evaluate their performance during robot-assisted exercise and consequently adapt ... -
Adaptive Robot Mediated Upper Limb Training Using Electromyogram Based Muscle Fatigue Indicators
Thacham-Poyil, Azeemsha; Steuber, Volker; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (University of Hertfordshire, 2019)Electromyogram Data from Upper Limb Muscles and Kinematic Data During Adaptive Robotic Interactions: The data set consists of kinematic and EMG signals collected from 3 upper limb muscles (Biceps Brachii, Anterior Deltoid, ... -
Adaptive Robot Mediated Upper Limb Training Using Electromyogram Based Muscle Fatigue Indicators
Thacham-Poyil, Azeemsha; Steuber, Volker; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (2020-05-29)Studies on improving the adaptability of upper limb rehabilitation training do not often consider the implications of muscle fatigue sufficiently. In this study, electromyogram features were used as fatigue indicators in ... -
Adaptive training algorithm for robot-assisted upper-arm rehabilitation, applicable to individualised and therapeutic human-robot interaction
Chemuturi, Radhika; Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Dautenhahn, K. (2013-09)Rehabilitation robotics is progressing towards developing robots that can be used as advanced tools to augment the role of a therapist. Rehabilitation robots are capable of not only offering more frequent and more accessible ... -
Affordable robot mapping using omnidirectional vision
Bamorovat Abadi, Mohammad; Shahabian Alashti, Mohamad Reza; Holthaus, Patrick; Menon, Catherine; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (EPSRC UK-RAS Network, 2021-07-15)Mapping is a fundamental requirement for robot navigation.In this paper, we introduce a novel visual mapping method that relies solely on a single omnidirectional camera.We present a metric that allows us to generate a map ... -
Analysis of EEG Microstates During Execution of a Nine Hole Peg Test
Alingal Meethal, Shadiya; Steuber, Volker; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (2023-04-28)Abstract—EEG microstates are brief periods of time during which the brain’s electrical activity remains stable. The analysis of EEG microstates can help to identify the background neuronal activity at the millisecond level. ... -
Analysis of the adapted inclusive haptic rigs for non-sighted people using duration and collision metrics
Bowers, Lisa; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (Springer Nature, 2014)In this demonstration we present a haptic digital rig, which offers an inclusive adapted version ofWade’s Nine Hole Peg Test (NHPT) [3]. After a manual NHPT, practice participantswill be requested to complete a nine hole ... -
Analysis of the Fugl-Meyer outcome measures assessing the effectiveness of robot-mediated stroke therapy
Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Harwin, William S.; Loureiro, Rui C. V. (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2008-04)Robot-mediated therapies offer a new approach to neurorehabilitation. This paper analyses the Fugl-Meyer data from the Gentle/S project and finds that the two intervention phases (sling suspension and robot mediated therapy) ... -
Analysis of the results from use of haptic peg-in-hole task for assessment in neurorehabilitation
Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Johnson, G. (2011)Haptic and robotic technologies have the potential to provide assessment during interaction with humans. This manuscript presents our earlier research during the I-Match project where a haptic peg-in-hole test was used in ... -
Application of support vector machines in detecting hand grasp gestures using a commercially off the shelf wireless myoelectric armband
Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Walters, Michael L. (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2017-07-20)The propose of this study was to assess the feasibility of using support vector machines in analysing myoelectric signals acquired using an off the shelf device, the Myo armband from Thalmic Lab, when performing hand grasp ... -
Application of support vector machines to detect hand and wrist gestures using a myoelectric armband
Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Walters, Michael (2017-07-21)The propose of this study was to assess the feasibility of using support vector machines in analysing myoelectric signals acquired using an off the shelf device, the Myo armband from Thalmic Lab. Background: With the ... -
Assistive technology design and development for acceptable robotics companions for ageing years
Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Op Den Akker, R.; Bedaf, S.; Bormann, R.; Draper, H.; Evers, V.; Gallego Perez, J.; Gelderblom, Gert Jan; Ruiz, C.G.; Hewson, D.; Hu, N.; Koay, Kheng; Lehmann, Hagen; Marti, P.; Michel, H.; Prevot-Huille, H.; Reiser, U.; Saunders, Joe; Sorell, T.; Stienstra, Jelle; Syrdal, D.S.; Walters, Michael; Dautenhahn, K. (2013-12)A new stream of research and development responds to changes in life expectancy across the world. It includes technologies which enhance well-being of individuals, specifically for older people. The ACCOMPANY project focuses ... -
Comparing Recognition Methods to Identify Different Types of Grasps for Hand Rehabilitation
Leon, Beatriz; Basteris, Angelo; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (Curran Associates, 2014) -
Deep Learning for Condition Detection in Chest Radiographs: A Performance Comparison of Different Radiograph Views and Handling of Uncertain Labels
Ahmad, Mubashir; Koay, Kheng; Sun, Yi; Jayaram, Vijay; Arunachalam, Ganesh; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (2023-04-28)Chest radiographs are the initial diagnostic modality for lung or chest-related conditions. It is believed that radi- ologist’s availability is a bottleneck impacting patient’s safety because of long waiting times. With ... -
Design Parameters in Multimodal Games for Rehabilitation
Shah, N.; Basteris, Angelo; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (2014-02)Objectives: The repetitive and sometimes mundane nature of conventional rehabilitation therapy provides an ideal opportunity for development of interactive and challenging therapeutic games that have the potential to engage ... -
Design, development and deployment of a hand/wrist exoskeleton for home-based rehabilitation after stroke - SCRIPT project
Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Ates, Serdar; Basteris, Angelo; Cesario, Alfredo; Buurke, Jaap H.; Hermens, H.; Hofs, D.; Johansson, E.; Mountain, G.; Nasr, Nasrin; Nijenhuis, Sharon M.; Prange, Gerdienke B.; Rahman, Naila; Sale, Patrizio; Schatzlein, F.; van Schooten, B.; Stienen, A. (2014-12-01)Changes in world-wide population trends have provided new demands for new technologies in areas such as care and rehabilitation. Recent developments in the the field of robotics for neurorehabilitation have shown a range ... -
Designing motivational games for stroke rehabilitation
Shah, Nauman; Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Basteris, Angelo (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2014-06)Motivation plays in important role in rehabilitation after stroke. Multi-modal games can provide an engaging and interactive platform to motivate people to actively participate in the therapy. Designing games for rehabilitation ... -
Differences of Human Perceptions of a Robot Moving using Linear or Slow in, Slow out Velocity Profiles When Performing a Cleaning Task
Schulz, Trenton; Holthaus, Patrick; Amirabdollahian, Farshid; Koay, Kheng; Torresen, Jim; Herstad, Jo (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2019-10-14)We investigated how a robot moving with different velocity profiles affects a person's perception of it when working together on a task. The two profiles are the standard linear profile and a profile based on the animation ... -
EEG Spectral Feature Modulations Associated with Fatigue in Robot-Mediated Upper Limb Gross and Fine Motor Interactions
Dissanayake, Udeshika; Steuber, Volker; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (2022-01-20)This paper investigates the EEG spectral feature modulations associated with fatigue induced by robot-mediated upper limb gross and fine motor interactions. Twenty healthy participants were randomly assigned to perform a ... -
Effects of Previous Exposure on Children’s Perception of a Humanoid Robot
Lakatos, Gabriella; Wood, Luke Jai; Zaraki, Abolfazl; Robins, Ben; Dautenhahn, Kerstin; Amirabdollahian, Farshid (Springer Nature, 2019-11-17)The study described in this paper investigated the effects of previous exposure to robots on children’s perception of the Kaspar robot. 166 children aged between 7 and 11 participated in the study in the framework of a UK ...