Showcased earlier this year at the annual 'Consumer Electronics Show' in Vegas, was the EKSO......
Developed by Ekso Bionics; the Ekso is a bionic exoskeleton that allows paraplegics to stand and walk. Utilising 4 electromechanical motors coupled with an ingenious algorithm, this mechanical skeleton allows the user to walk smoothly. With the advantage of being close fitting this structure can fit through doors and corridors increasing the mobility of the user.
Originally funded by the US army, the Ekso was a research project with an aim to make soldiers 'super strong,' yet it's applications to medical areas is extremely exciting...
Set to reach the retail markets next year the Ekso will debut at around £100,000, despite it's high price this technology is an astounding glimpse of what the future holds for mobility disabilities.
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