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Exoskeletons, in nature, are outer shells used to provide support to the body or as protection. These are now being replicated for humans. A primary focus is, of course, medical. Exoskeletons are in actual use to help the disabled. Several companies have products for those who are wheelchair bound. The video of Claire Lomas doing the Great North Run in Newcastle, UK is particularly inspirational.
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The military are also developing exoskeletons. Primarily this is to help soldiers carry more weight into battle. However it also includes devices for coping with constant vibration and even using the soldiers own energy for powering the increasing amount of equipment requiring batteries.
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XOS2
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Exoskeletons for industrial use are now becoming mainstream. Japan is the key mover here as they look at ways to manage their ageing population. The buzzword is "augment". Devices can help with lifting items to support the legs, lower back, arms and hands.
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HAL
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Daewoo
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Roboglove
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Marine Mojo
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ShoulderX
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Define your challenge better
The Idea Catalog also contains an app for problem definition. This is the place to start before brainstorming ideas.
Share idea cards
Send cards to others and let them know of something that might be of interest to them. Simply click the "Share Card" button.
Create a wall of ideas
Save your ideas to a wall to create a short list. When you see something you want to save, simply click "Add to wall". Multiple walls for different challenges and share those walls.
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We offer a 10-day free trial so you can try the Idea Catalog, and get to know its features before subscribing. We don't require credit card information to sign up for a trial. Individuals and organizations within the DOE-EM complex already have free access. Just register first.
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