A new exoskeleton can give people with leg amputations the ability to walk upright, thanks to a system that extends their residual limb into a full robotic leg. The exoskeleton straps around the waist ...

An innovative approach to controlling wearable robots takes the optimization process out of the laboratory. The method uses a data-driven model to infer a user’s energy consumption and to personalize ...

Some of them felt amazing—but all of them may be too expensive to reach the people they're meant for.

Recreational exoskeletons have been popping up for years, but the new IRMO M1 exoskeleton feels like a turning point. This next-generation wearable blends artificial intelligence (AI), a ...

Scientists are developing devices and clothing that make running and walking easier and more enjoyable. By Gretchen Reynolds Those of us who are slow or reluctant runners or walkers might soon be able ...

Wearable robots that assist leg movements could transform the lives of people with reduced mobility — but only if the devices can adapt in real time to support a vast range of human activities.

Millions of people love the power boost offered by ebikes, so wouldn't they appreciate a similar boost for activities such as hiking? That's the thinking behind the Dnsys X1 powered exoskeleton, which ...

Great, they’re giving snakes legs now — or, as one science vlogger claimed, giving them their legs “back.” In a recently-uploaded video, creator and self-professed snake lover Allen Pan said that he ...

Motors have been added to bikes, skateboards and kayaks … so how about just slapping a couple directly to your legs? That's exactly what the Z1 knee exoskeleton does, reportedly offering a 50% boost ...

The DNSYS X1 exoskeleton gives you extra support on hikes, long-distance walks and can even help you run faster. Lexy was a producer and on-air presenter who covered consumer tech, including the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bobby covers exoskeletons, exosuits and wearable robotics. Jan 22, 2025, 01:31pm EST Where occupational exoskeletons can help ...