elderly home care

Robotics

Powered exoskeleton designed to take the strain out of senior care

Most of German Bionic's power suits are designed to assist workers in industrial facilities, but the company's latest device is aimed at supporting healthcare professionals in hospitals, elderly care or rehab units.
Robotics

Smart exoskeleton anticipates falls to keep the elderly on their feet

Exoskeleton technology is already helping people with serious mobility issues walk again, but a new exoskeleton system isn't designed to get people back on their feet, but to keep them there – it's intended to prevent the elderly from taking a tumble.