TTK Center for

Rehabilitation Research and 

Device Development (R2D2) 

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

R2D2 is the TTK Center for Rehabilitation Research and Device Development at IIT Madras, headed by Prof. Sujatha Srinivasan of the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The group is involved in research related to human movement and the design and development of rehabilitation and assistive technologies (AT) / devices for people with movement impairments.

R2D2 engineers affordable products for rehabilitation needs in India and beyond, works with clinical specialists, NGOs, hospitals, etc., to field-test the designs, and fosters a research environment to evaluate assistive technologies from biomechanical and functional standpoints. 

Using appropriate technology, scientific methods, and innovative translational models, R2D2 aims to enable easy accessibility and affordability of assistive devices and rehabilitation resources. R2D2 has successfully transferred technology to like-minded industrial partners, including its startup, NeoMotion.

Standing Wheelchair that performs sit-to-stand function

Arise SWC

Electric Standing Wheelchair that performs sit-to-stand function

NeoStand

Users wearing KADAM polycentric knee

Prosthetic Knee

Clip on power assist device that converts wheelchair into road worthy scooter

NeoFly & NeoBolt

Hand neuro rehabilitation device

PLUTO

Pediatric walker

Saathi Walker

Wheelchair users

The wheelchair skills program aims to educate users in choosing suitable devices, appropriate usage, and troubleshooting using local resources. 

If you are interested or know anyone who might be interested in joining our wheelchair skills training program, 

National Center for Assistive Health Technologies, IIT Madras (NCAHT-IITM), an initiative of the ICMR co-developed with IITMRP's 10X AT Program.

People posing for a picture after Sports 4 All event
R2D2 team