Publications

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

[13] F.A. Nasrallah, A.Z. Mohamed, H.K. Yap, H.S. Lai, C.H. Yeow, and J.H. Lim, "Effect of proprioceptive stimulation using a soft robotic glove on motor activation and brain connectivity in stroke survivors", Journal of Neural Engineering, 2022

[12] A.J.Y. Goh, H.K. Yap, G. K. Ramachandran, C.H.  Yeow, "Application of novel graphite flex sensors in closed-loop angle feedback on a soft robotic glove for stroke rehabilitation", JPO: Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics, 2020

[11] F. Nasrallah, A. Mohamed, M. Campbell, H.K. Yap, C.H. Yeow, and J.H. Lim, "Functional connectivity of brain associated with passive range of motion exercise: Proprioceptive input promoting motor activation?", Neuroimage. 2019

[10] H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, F. Nasrallah and C.H. Yeow, “Design and Preliminary Feasibility Study of a Soft Robotic Glove for Hand Function Assistance in Stroke Survivors”, Frontiers in Neuroscience. 2017

[9] T.H. Koh, N.Z.Y. Cheng, H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, “Design of a Soft Robotic Elbow Sleeve with Passive and Intent-controlled Actuation”, Frontiers in Neuroscience. 2017

[8] Y. Sun, H.K. Yap, X. Liang, J. Guo, P. Qi, M.H. Ang, and C.H. Yeow, “Stiffness Customization and Patterning for the Property Modulation of Silicone-Based Soft Pneumatic Actuators”, Soft Robotics. 2017 

[7] H.K. Yap, P.M. Khin, T.H. Koh, Y. Sun, X. Liang, J.H. Lim and C.H. Yeow, “A Fully Fabric-Based Bidirectional Soft Robotic Glove for Assistance and Rehabilitation of Hand Impaired Patients”, IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters. 2017. 

[6] Y. Sun, X. Liang, H.K. Yap, J. Cao, M.H. Ang, and C.H. Yeow, “Force Measurement towards the Instability Theory of Soft Pneumatic Actuators”, IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters. 2017. 

[5] H.K. Yap, N. Kamaldin, F. Nasrallah, J.H. Lim, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “A Magnetic Resonance Compatible Soft Wearable Robotic Glove for Hand Rehabilitation and Brain Imaging”, IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering. 2016.  [Journal Front Cover]

[4] H.K. Yap, H.Y. Ng, and C.H. Yeow, “High-Force Soft Printable Pneumatics for Soft Robotic Applications”, Soft Robotics. 2016. 

[3] J.C. Yeo, H.K. Yap, W.Xi, Z. Wang, C.H. Yeow, and C.T. Lim, “Flexible and Stretchable Strain Sensing Actuator for Wearable Soft Robotic Applications”, Advanced Materials Technologies. 2016 [Journal Front Cover]

[2] H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Design of a Soft Robotic Glove for Hand Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients with Clenched Fist Deformity using Inflatable Plastic Actuators”, ASME Journal of Medical Devices. 2016 

[1] H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, F. Nasrallah, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Characterization and Evaluation of Soft Elastomeric Actuators for Hand Assistive and Rehabilitation Applications”, Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology. 2016 

PEER-REVIEWED CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS (FULL-LENGTH PAPERS)

[12] X. Liang, Y. Sun, H.K. Yap, J. Guo, C.K. Chui, C.H. Yeow, “Design and Characterization of a Novel Fabric-based Robotic Arm for Future Wearable Robot Application”, in Proc. IEEE. Int. Conf. Robotics and Biomimetics. (RoBio2017).

[11] P.M. Khin, H.K. Yap, M.H. Ang, and C.H. Yeow, “Fabric-based Actuator Modules for Building Soft Pneumatic Structures with High Payload-to-Weight Ratio”, in Proc. IEEE. Int. Conf. Intelligent Robots & Systems. (IROS 2017). 

[10] H.K. Yap, F. Sebastian, C. Wiedeman, and C.H. Yeow, “Design and Characterization of Fabric-based Flat Pneumatic Actuators for Soft Assistive Glove Application”, in Proc. IEEE Int. Conf. Rehabilitation Robotics, London, July 17-20, pp 1465-1470. (ICORR2017). 

[9] H.K. Yap, H.Y. Ng, and C.H. Yeow, “Soft Printable Pneumatics for Wrist Rehabilitation”, in Proc. Int. Conf. NeuroRehabilitation, Segovia, Spain, Oct 18-21, 2016, pp 545-550. (ICNR 2016).

[8] H.K. Yap, A. Mao, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Design of A Wearable FMG Sensing System for User Intent Detection during Hand Rehabilitation with a Soft Robotic Glove”, in Proc. IEEE Int. Conf. Biomedical Robotics and Biomechatronics, Singapore, June 26-29, 2016, pp 789-794. (BIOROB 2016). 

[7] H.K. Yap, B.W.K. Ang, J.H. Lim, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “A Fabric-Regulated Soft Robotic Glove with User Intent Detection using EMG and RFID for Hand Assistive Application”, in Proc. IEEE Int. Conf. Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2016), Stockholm, Sweden, May 16-21, 2016, pp 3537-3542. 

[6] H.K. Yap, J.C.H. Goh and C.H. Yeow, “A Low-Profile Soft Robotic Sixth-Finger for Grasp Compensation in Hand-Impaired Patients”, in ASME Journal of Medical Devices (DMD 2016). 

[5] H.K. Yap, F. Nasrallah, J.H. Lim, F.Z. Low, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “MRC-Glove: A fMRI Compatible Soft Robotic Glove for Hand Rehabilitation Application”, in Proc. IEEE Int. Conf. Rehabilitation Robotics, Singapore, Aug 11-14, 2015. (ICORR 2015). 

[4] F.Z. Low, H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, and C.H. Yeow, “Study on the use of Soft Ankle-Foot Exoskeleton for Alternative Mechanical Prophylaxis of Deep Vein Thrombosis”, in Proc. IEEE Int. Conf. Rehabilitation Robotics, Singapore, Aug 11-14, 2015. (ICORR 2015). 

[3] H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, F. Nasrahllah, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “A Soft Exoskeleton for Hand Assistive and Rehabilitation Application using Pneumatic Actuators with Variable Stiffness”, in Proc. IEEE Int. Conf. Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2015), Seattle, U.S., May 26-30, 2015, pp 4967-4972.  

[2] H.K. Yap, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Design and Characterization of Soft Actuator for Hand Rehabilitation Application”, 6th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering

IFMBE Proceedings Volume 45, 2015, pp 367-370.  

[1] H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, “An Energy-Efficient Locomotion: Samurai-Inspired Namba Walking”, in Proc. International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS 2014), Johnson City, U.S., Jul 12-14, 2014. 

OTHER PUBLICATIONS (POSTERS, ABSTRACTS, INVITED PRESENTATIONS)

[21] H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, “Design and Evaluation of a Soft Wearable Robotic Glove for Hand Function Assistance of Stroke Survivors”, Podium Presentation in Biomedical Engineering Society (Singapore) 11th Scientific Meeting, May 20, 2017. 

[20] H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, “Fabric-based Assistive Glove for Hand Impaired Patients”, Podium Presentation in WeaRAcon17, April 19-21, 2017. (Innovation Challenge – Finalist)

[19] H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, “EsoGloveX: An Economical Soft Robotic Glove for Hand Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients”, Podium Presentation in 16th International Conference on Biomedical Engineering, December 7-10, 2016. (BES-SEC Design Award – Gold Award) 

[18] H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, “3D-Printed Soft Wearable Robotic Exoskeleton – Towards a Highly Customizable and Personalized Assistive and Rehabilitation Device”, Podium Presentation in 16th International Conference on Biomedical Engineering, December 7-10, 2016. 

[17] H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, “A Dual-Glove Mirror Rehabilitation System using Soft Robotics and Sensors”, Podium Presentation in Stanford Medicine X, September 16-18, 2016.

[16] H.K. Yap, B.W.K. Ang, and C.H. Yeow, “EsoGlove: A Soft and Wearable Robotic Glove for Assistance and Rehabilitation of Hand-Impaired Patients”, Engineering Medical Innovation Global Competition (EMedic Global), August 18-20, 2016. (Silver Award) 

[15] H.K. Yap, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Soft Wearable Robotics- An Interdisciplinary Research Path”, Podium Presentation in NGS R.I.S.E 8th Annual Symposium, February 26, 2016. (Best Oral Presentation Award – Runner Up) 

[14] F.Z. Low, H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, F. Nasrallah, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Wearable Soft Robotics for Rehabilitation”, Podium Presentation in 8th Asian-Pacific Conference on Biomechanics, September 16-19, 2015.

[13]  H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Finite Element Analysis and Design Optimization of Soft Pneumatic Actuators for Hand Robotic Rehabilitation Applications”, Podium Presentation in 7th WACBE World Congress on Bioengineering, July 6-8, 2015. 

[12] F.Z. Low, H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, C.H. Yeow, " Kinematic Investigation on the Mimicry Ability within Healthy Subjects with Video-Based Rehabilitation" Podium Presentation in 7th WACBE World Congress on Bioengineering, July 6-8, 2015. 

[11] H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, "Soft Robotic Actuators: Towards a Wearable Exoskeleton for Hand Assistive and Rehabilitation Applications" Podium Presentation in Biomedical Engineering Society (Singapore) 9th Scientific Meeting, May 16, 2015. 

[10] B. W. K. Ang, H.K. Yap, and C.H. Yeow, " A Soft Robotic Exoskeleton with Plastic Extension Actuators for Stroke Patients with Spastic Finger Flexors" Poster Presentation in Biomedical Engineering Society (Singapore) 9th Scientific Meeting, May 16, 2015.

[9] H.K. Yap, B. W. K. Ang, J.H. Low and C.H. Yeow, “Soft Wearable Glove for Hand Rehabilitation and Assistive Applications” Asia Pacific Assistive, Rehabilitative & Therapeutic Challenge (AR&TTS Challenge) 2015, Singapore, Mar 26-27, 2015. (Functionality Award & Crowd Voting Award)

[8] H.K. Yap, B. W. K. Ang and C.H. Yeow, “Soft Wearable Glove for Hand Rehabilitation and Assistive Applications” 6th Healthcare Innovation Summit Asia, Singapore, Mar 12-13, 2015. (Invited Presentation)

[7] H.K. Yap, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, "Soft Elastomeric Actuators for Wearable Hand Exoskeleton" Podium Presentation in International Conference on Electronics, Information and Communication, Special Symposium on Intelligent Control and Robotics, Singapore, Jan 28-31, 2015. (Invited Presentation)

[6] H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, F. Nasrallah, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Customizable Pneumatic Bending Actuator for Finger Rehabilitation”, Podium Presentation in Design of Medical Devices Europe, Delft, Netherlands, Oct 20-22, 2014. (Best Interactive Demo Award out of 50 teams)

[5] H.K. Yap, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, “Characterization of Soft Bending Actuator for Rehabilitation Application" in i-CREATe 2014 - International Convention on Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology, Singapore, Aug 20-22, 2014.

[4] F.Z. Low, H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, and C.H. Yeow, “A Novel Method to Measure Blood Flow in the Popliteal Vein using Ultrasound Doppler System" in i-CREATe 2014 - International Convention on Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology, Singapore, Aug 20-22, 2014.

[3] H.K. Yap, J.C.H. Goh, and C.H. Yeow, "Design and Characterization of Soft Bending Actuator for Rehabilitation Application" Oral Presentation in Biomedical Engineering Society (Singapore) 8th Scientific Meeting, May 17, 2014. (Bronze Award - Platform presentation under postgraduate category)

[2] F.Z. Low, H.K. Yap. J.H. Lim, and C.H. Yeow, "A Novel Method to Measure Blood Flow in the Popliteal Vein using Ultrasound Doppler System" Poster Presentation in Biomedical Engineering Society (Singapore) 8th Scientific Meeting, May 17, 2014.

[1] F.Z. Low, H.K. Yap, J.H. Lim, and C.H. Yeow, "Effect of ankle joint motion on popliteal vein blood flow" Poster Presentation in 7th World Congress of Biomechanics, July 6-11, 2014.