A person hiking on a rocky mountain trail, wearing a red jacket, gray pants, a blue helmet, and a backpack, with snow-capped peaks and cloudy sky in the background.

Like many beautiful things in life, the value of balance often goes unnoticed until it is lost…

The ability to maintain balance is essential for a stable posture and preventing falls. This challenge becomes even more pronounced for humans who need to stand on two feet.

The intricate mechanics of our balance system work diligently to maintain our upright position even in the most challenging conditions.

Consider the scenario of a mountaineer descending in dense fog on loose and wet rocks while carrying a 40 kg load on his back…

The effectiveness of our balance system becomes apparent when we observe the clumsiness of humanoid robots, despite decades of research and development.

Nevertheless, like any delicate mechanism, our balance system is also prone to malfunctions.

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