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Dexterit-E Explorer 1.3 Released!

Posted on Nov 2, 2016

Just in time for Neuroscience 2016 we are pleased to release Dexterit-E Explorer version 1.3.

There are a number of new features:

  • the ability to analyze data and create reports from KINARM Standard Test exam files;
  • the ability to view the Task Protocol that ws used during an exam
    • you need to use Dex 3.6.1 or later to collect the data – sorry!
  • the ability to edit Task Protocols (*.DTP) created using Dex 3.4 or later
  • the ability to search the Subject database

Complete details are in the Release Notes.

Anyone can download Dexterit-E Explorer from our website; no user login is required!

KINARM CAMP 2016 a Success! Watch for dates in 2017

Posted on Jun 15, 2016

KINARM CAMP 2016 Logo20160608_132846 20160608_092908 20160610_101330KINARM Camp was once again a resounding success.

The camp was held June 5 – 10 , 2016 in Kingston, Ontario on the beautiful campus of Queen’s University.

Over a period of 5 days, 12 Campers from 10 different sites, received in-depth training on Custom Task development for KINARM Labs.

 

Here’s what this year’s campers said about Camp:

“KINARM Camp helped me to achieve the right amount of programming freedom that I needed for my science!”
“I cannot think of a better way to learn how to use the KINARM than to attend KINARM camp. The trainers adjust their content and teaching on an individual basis, allowing both the total novice and the more advanced to walk away having learned something new and valuable. Thank you BKIN!”
“KINARM camp was definitely worth investment. The sessions were clear and had realistic aims for folks with minimal or considerable programming experience. The facilitators were also very helpful”.
“Because of KINARM Camp, my research prospect has a bigger and brighter future!”
“KINARM camp helped me to get started with and excited about something I never thought I could: programming in Matlab/Simulink. Thank you all so much!”
If you’re interested in our next Camp, send us a note at info@bkintechnologies.com

New KINARM Exoskeleton Released!

Posted on Apr 7, 2016

The classic Scott KINARM was great, but now it is even better…

IMG_3301• Stiffer: A completely new linkage design has increased both vertical and in-plane mechanical
stiffness by 2-3 times. Stiff force channels are now possible.

Vertical out-of-plane stiffness: 8,500 N/m
End-point in-plane mechanical stiffness: ~16,400 N/m

• Greater Accessibility to the Head: The motors are mounted below the shoulders thus enabling full access to the head. Now you can use TMS – and any other head-mounted peripheral – without having to “squeeze it in”.


IMG_1952• 25% More Torque: 16.5 Nm (peak), 5.5 Nm (continuous)

• No More Analog: The electronics have been upgraded to all digital communication using the EtherCAT protocol.

• Quiet and Smooth: With EtherCAT, we’ve changed the servo amps, eliminating the audible noise and slight jitter felt with the Classic. Subjects perceive smoother movements.

The NEW KINARM Exoskeleton is now generally available.  Contact: sales@bkintechnologies.com for more information and pricing.

Download the KINARM Exoskeleton’s New Look

 

Come and try a KINARM: American Academy of Neurology, April 18-21, 2016, booth 1719

Posted on Feb 1, 2016

BKIN will once again be exhibiting at the American Academy of Neurology being held this year in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.  We will be in booth 1719. The tradeshow opens with a reception on Monday, April 18th, 2016 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm; exhibits continue Tuesday, April 19th to Thursday, April 21st from 11:30 am to 5 pm. We close early Thursday at 3:30pm.

AAN 2015, Wasghington, DC

AAN 2015, Wasghington, DC

We will have a fully functioning bilateral KINARM End-Point Lab in the booth, giving everyone a chance to try KINARM Standards Tests, our sophisticated brain function assessment protocol.

We look forward to seeing you in Vancouver at Booth 1719!

Neuroscience 2015: October 17-21, 2015, Chicago, Booth # 2073

Posted on Oct 7, 2015

Neuroscience 2015 is just around the corner so we thought we should give a sneak peak of what you might hear about if you visit our booth (#2073):

For KINARM Standard Tests, we are proud to say that an “overall” Task Score will be available for every Standard Task with the release of Dex 3.6.  The addition of a “global” score will greatly assist new and long-time users of KST to help them quickly answer the question: “Did my subject pass or fail the task?”  Have no fear, all the parameters and analysis are still there; nothing has been taken away.  We’ll be happy to share the “math” behind it (can you say “Mahalanobis”?) and we are eager to get your feedback.

Also new to KINARM Standard Tests with Dex 3.6 is the Spasticity and Tone Task.  Thanks to the hard work of our customers at Sunnybrook Research Institute, we think this new task for our Exoskeleton Lab users will be a massive improvement over the Modified Ashworth and Tardieu tests.  The task will be available for demonstration in our booth at Neuroscience. You can get a peak at the new report here: Spasticity and Tone Task

Lastly, we hope to see you at the Neurorehab Social being held at RIC which we are sponsoring again this year.  Further details are listed under the Satellite Events on the SfN website.

Hope to see you there!

Anne, Ian & Duncan

Two Spots Left for KINARM Camp 2015

Posted on May 8, 2015

Our second KINARM Camp will take place June 7-12, 2015 in Kingston, Ontario, at the shore of beautiful Lake Ontario.  If you are interested in securing a spot, please contact Anne as soon as possible.  All campers have received their information package and program development is well underway. It promises to be another intense week of advanced training for KINARM users.

Past Events

Posted on Apr 25, 2015

American Academy of Neurology 2015, April 20 – 23, Washington, D.C.
Neuroscience 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
International Brain Injury Association 2014
Neural Control of Movement 2011-2015
Chinese Society of Neuroscience 2014
American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2011, 2014
American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections 2013, 2014
Canadian Stroke Congress 2011
Canadian Association of Neuroscience 2008
Canadian Society of Biomechanics 2010