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Biomimetic XoSoft to assist people with mobility impairments

Energy from user's movements are stored to support the user while walking

13-Jul-2019

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XoSoft is a flexible, lightweight and resource-efficient soft exoskeleton prototype.

Wearable exoskeleton that enables to walk normally while performing tasks of daily living.

Elastic bands and custom made pneumatic clutches gives the user quasi-passive accentuation.

Potential to be used by individuals who require low to moderate mobility assistance.

An EU research and innovation project involving nine partners from seven European countries.

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XoSoft

Modular soft lower-limb exoskeleton to assist people with mobility impairments.

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