Tom Craig

Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition

Papers

Total Citations

335

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About

Tom Craig is a leading figure in the development of wearable robotic exoskeletons, with his research squarely focused on restoring mobility and enhancing human capability. His major contributions lie in the design and evaluation of lower-limb orthoses for individuals with paraplegia and paraparesis, directly addressing the severe health and psychological consequences of wheelchair confinement. His most influential work, the "Mina" robotic orthosis (204 citations), established a benchmark for assistive mobility, while his foundational paper on the "IHMC Mobility Assist Exoskeleton" (131 citations) pioneered the concept of a robotic suit for both strength augmentation and gait generation in paralyzed users. Craig’s impact is measured not only in these high citation counts but in the tangible progress he has made toward a future where exoskeletons offer a viable alternative to wheeled mobility. His work is essential reading for any student or researcher in rehabilitation robotics, biomechatronics, or human augmentation, as it directly tackles the engineering and clinical challenges of creating devices that can successfully enable a person to walk again.