  This work proposes a compact robotic limb, AugLimb, that can augment our body
functions and support the daily activities. AugLimb adopts the double-layer
scissor unit for the extendable mechanism which can achieve 2.5 times longer
than the forearm length. The proposed device can be mounted on the user's upper
arm, and transform into compact state without obstruction to wearers. The
proposed device is lightweight with low burden exerted on the wearer. We
developed the prototype of AugLimb to demonstrate the proposed mechanisms. We
believe that the design methodology of AugLimb can facilitate human
augmentation research for practical use. see
http://www.jaist.ac.jp/~xie/auglimb.html
