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Exoskeleton

Powered exoskeletons (aka exosuits) will probably take off faster than other augmentations as they don't require any surgery or training - just strap on and go! Receiving a lot of funding from the military for the  rehabilitation of the wounded, as well as to reduce load on troops, exoskeletons can also benefit businesses with increased load carrying and therefore productivity of its workforce.

Lessons learnt in powered joints and stability will feed into robotics and vice versa, creating a cross-over technology between humans controlling robots and robot-wearing humans. The choice will likely be function specific balancing the flexibility of human presence with risks, for example the military removing the human from danger entirely, whereas disaster response organisations may keep the human onsite but with a greatly enhanced ability to rescue and rebuild.


Exoskeleton News

New soft robotic shorts for effortless walking and jogging

New soft robotic shorts for effortless walking and jogging

New Atlas - 22-Nov-2024

WalkON device promises to improve walking efficiency by 18%, especially for older adults

New trousers utilise a knee motor to enhance leg strength by 40% while hiking uphill

New trousers utilise a knee motor to enhance leg strength by 40% while hiking uphill

The Verge - 29-Jul-2024

Trousers cushion impact during descent, making hikers feel 30 pounds lighter

AI can analyze worker movements to recommend exoskeleton suits & reduce physical strain

AI can analyze worker movements to recommend exoskeleton suits & reduce physical strain

BBC - 08-May-2024

Technology also raises concerns about job displacement in other fields

FDA approves robotic exoskeleton for people with spinal cord injuries to walk again

FDA approves robotic exoskeleton for people with spinal cord injuries to walk again

MassDevice - 13-Feb-2024

This approval brings new hope and opens doors for better rehab

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Exoskeleton Resources

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Indego

Indego FDA cleared personal exoskeleton

Axo Suit

Portable exoskeleton

CYBERDYNE

Robotics and technology company producing exoskeleton suits

Ekso Bionics

Company that develops wearable exoskeletons for military, civilian and medical uses

Bionik Laboratories

Innovative medical device and robotics company developing exoskeleton for users with mobility impairments

Ottobock

Company developing and producing exoskeletons and prosthesis

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