Exoskeleton

How much would these robo-boots be worth to you? Credit: Neurobionic Lab/University of Michigan Robotics Department, CC BY-ND My colleagues and I have used a tool from economics to measure the costs and benefits of wearing an exoskeleton, and we found that it offers a modest average benefit of US$3.40…

Researchers have developed the prototype of a comfortable and flexible “soft smart hand exoskeleton,” or robo-glove, which gives feedback to wearers who need to relearn tasks that require manual dexterity and coordination, for example after suffering a stroke. The present study focused on patients who need to relearn to play…

Stroke, a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide, often leads to poor fine motor skills and dexterity. Among the activities affected by stroke, playing the piano can be particularly challenging due to its intricate finger movements and coordination requirements. In recent years, advancements in robotics and neurorehabilitation have paved the…

For people who have suffered neurotrauma such as a stroke, everyday tasks can be extremely challenging because of decreased coordination and strength in one or both upper limbs. These problems have spurred the development of robotic devices to help enhance their abilities. However, the rigid nature of these assistive devices…

Story by Siôn Geschwindt Move over Tony Stark, there’s a new player in town. Augsburg-based startup German Bionic has developed wearable exoskeletons that endow superhuman strength — although they are a little more modest than Iron Man’s. Founded in 2017, the startup is one of several companies around the world…

Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock The tech-savvy Marvel enthusiasts among us certainly nurtured childhood dreams of one day being Iron Man. There's something more relatable about him than much of the rest of the Avengers crew: a genius-level scientist and engineer the character may be, but he's also not afraid to goof off and speak…

Ottobock presents innovations for ergonomic workplaces at Chicago ProMat trade show Making workplaces healthier, safer, more productive, and more attractive – that is how Ottobock Bionic Exoskeletons shapes the future of work. The company, a leading manufacturer of exoskeletons, will present its product portfolio at the ProMat 2023 trade show…

Published: 12:56am, 12 Feb, 2023 Updated: 12:56am, 12 Feb, 2023 Read More

Razer has announced a new high-end wireless gaming mouse, known as the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition. The Viper Mini Signature Edition is a high-end, lightweight gaming mouse created by Razer. It weighs only 49 grams and is equipped with the best-in-class technologies from Razer. The mouse is designed for…

Holey moley — With a magnesium-alloy exoskeleton, the Viper Mini SE weighs 1.73 ounces. Scharon Harding - Feb 2, 2023 8:36 pm UTC Razer There are a lot of cookie-cutter mice that, though made by different manufacturers, have the same shapes and features but rely on mild changes in color…