Assistant Lecturer Hamza Abbas Fadel, a faculty member from the Department of Biomedical Engineering, in collaboration with Engineer Azher Adel Mohammed, a graduate of the same department, has been granted a patent by the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control (COSQC) of the Iraqi Ministry of Planning. The patent is titled:

"Design and Implementation of an External Robotic Exoskeleton for Knee Joint Rehabilitation"

This innovative design targets individuals suffering from restricted knee joint movement due to injury or lower limb amputation. The device supports full automation of the rehabilitation process, significantly reducing the physical effort required from physiotherapists, while also being user-friendly and easy to attach by the patient.

The project stands as a notable achievement of the Biomedical Engineering Department, aligning with the department’s focus on applied scientific research and innovation to support patients during physiotherapy following knee surgeries or injuries.

The robotic exoskeleton is equipped with intelligent features that enable accurate tracking and analysis of joint motion. It offers adjustable resistance and range of motion tailored to the patient’s condition and rehabilitation phase, providing a personalized and safe rehabilitation program.

This invention was submitted for patenting due to its advanced technical solutions and clear innovative approach, marking it as one of the first of its kind locally. It exemplifies the integration of medical technology with biomedical engineering.

The aim of the patent is to advance the development of medical rehabilitation tools and to reinforce the role of biomedical engineers in improving healthcare quality through practically and industrially applicable technologies.