Exoskeletons

Robotic exoskeleton in development to assist stroke patients

Robotic exoskeleton in development to assist stroke patients

A team from the Essex Innovation Centre, a strategic partnership between the University of Essex and TWI, is currently working with fellow consortium members Generic Robotics and Castalia Innovation on the NeuRestore project which seeks to aid patients that have suffered a stroke, or other ailment that resulted in loss of mobility, by improving their […]

By January 7, 2022 Read More →
Comau presents innovative HUMANufacturing technology at Automatica Sprint

Comau presents innovative HUMANufacturing technology at Automatica Sprint

Comau will exhibit a vast portfolio of smart manufacturing solutions at the Automatica Sprint digital trade event, held online from 22-24 June. Inside the digital space, attendees can experience the company’s unique HUMANufacturing approach to Industry 4.0 together with the products and technologies that enable it. These include exciting products such as the new Racer-5 […]

By June 22, 2021 Read More →
New application areas for wearable robotics within industrial environments

New application areas for wearable robotics within industrial environments

With the objective of strengthening the use of wearable robotics to facilitate human-machine collaboration, Comau and IUVO have partnered with Heidelberg University, one of Europe’s leading research institutions. The joint project aims to further quantify the degree to which the MATE-XT exoskeleton can reduce physical stress during strenuous tasks involving repetitive shoulder flexion movements within […]

By June 17, 2021 Read More →
Exoskeletons increase performance on the factory floor

Exoskeletons increase performance on the factory floor

Natural exoskeletons provide animals such as spiders, crabs and insects with protection from predators, structural support, and an area to attach muscles for powerful movement. Similarly, artificial exoskeletons can provide humans with protection from physical strain and enhanced strength in the workplace. Here, Stewart Goulding, managing director at precision drive system supplier, Electro Mechanical Systems, […]

By March 16, 2021 Read More →
Comau exoskeleton receives EAWS certification

Comau exoskeleton receives EAWS certification

Comau MATE is the first exoskeleton on the market to receive the EAWS (Ergonomic Assessment Work-Sheet) certification, which attests its effectiveness in reducing the “risk of biomechanical overload” of the upper limbs. Based on the evaluation system promoted by Ergo Foundation, Italy’s reference for the organization and measurement of work and ergonomics, the successful recognition […]

By July 1, 2020 0 Comments Read More →