%0 Journal Article
%T Embedding an Exoskeleton Hand in the Astronaut¡¯s EVA Glove: Feasibility and Ideas
%J International Journal of Aerospace Sciences
%@ 2169-8899
%D 2012
%I 
%R 10.5923/j.aerospace.20120104.03
%X This paper investigates the key factors associated to the realization of a hand exoskeleton to be embedded in an astronaut¡¯s EVA glove, in order to overcome the stiffness of the pressurized space suit. An overview regarding the main constraints related to the realization of a hand exoskeleton for EVA suits is provided, as well as a preliminary concept analysis of possible solutions in terms of mechanical structure, actuators and sensors. Furthermore, analyses of human hand kinematics and of the characteristics of the EVA glove¡¯s stiffness are presented, as a basis for design and dimensioning of the exoskeleton. The future exoskeleton will be a complex mechatronic system detecting the operator¡¯s movement through sensors, processing the acquired data and generating the motion through its actuation system.
%K EVA Glove
%K Space Suit
%K Hand Exoskeleton
%K Human Hand
%K Effect on Hand Fatigue
%K Effect on Hand Strength
%U http://article.sapub.org/10.5923.j.aerospace.20120104.03.html