Passive exoskeleton for civilians “Joint” was presented in Russia. Representatives of the technology community “Techprosvet Vkontakte” told socialbites.ca that it was developed by the company “KB VKBM”.
The first development of its kind was presented as part of the high-tech format on the Campus Profilum site on March 19.
Passive exoskeletons do not need a power source to operate. The operating principle is based on the basic laws of mechanics. The use of an exoskeleton makes it possible to reduce the load on the musculoskeletal system by an average of 50% and transfers the weight of the load through the external frame to the support pad of the foot of the exoskeleton.
According to the developers, “Partner” is about 30% lighter than its analogues and weighs 4.5 kilograms, allowing it to carry up to 70 kilograms.
The creators believe that the device may be in demand in the fields of medicine, fire protection and heavy industry, as well as among operators, videographers and tourists.
The exoskeleton has a modular design where you can add a third arm, a winch to lift cargo, connected hardware devices, and 23 other items.
Previously in South Korea developed exoskeleton for mountaineering.