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Exoskeleton discussed by creators Dec 26, 2016 8:34:03 GMT -8

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www.theguardian.com/world/2016/dec/25/bionic-legs-and-smart-slacks-exoskeletons-that-could-enhance-us-all

The above article holds some very interesting details of what Exoskeleton creators are thinking about future models. Some freely admit what many of us have said over the last years- the present constructions are too big, clunky, and limited to be desirable for most of us. They design in new directions to address the needs and desires of a much broader segment than just paralyzed people.

What do you think, guys and gals?

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Exoskeleton discussed by creators Dec 26, 2016 10:56:10 GMT -8

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The best model i have seen so far is the Rewalk made by the Israeli company Argo. i do believe the new models can be made more slick and even worn under clothing. While the promo looks nice, i have yet to see how one enters/exits a car or does toileting wearing the suit. the main issue is that it is also very over priced and also has a specialised maintenance/ repair sole trader issue. As i explained to their agents lowering the price will make it more accessible. All in all it will increase their profits too. btw the new model 6.0 for personal use is tagged at 80,000 euro, in my opinion its insanely high, 10,000 to 15000 would be more appropriate and yes profitable to.

vintage Advanced Member Posts: 2,576 Post Likes Received: 1,757 Date Joined: November 2016 Injury: T9 incomplete Date Injured: March 15, 2014 Member is: Offline Send PM	Exoskeleton discussed by creators Dec 26, 2016 12:52:11 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by vintage on Dec 26, 2016 12:52:11 GMT -8 Will it make me look like the cute girl in the advertisement?

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megatrig New Member Posts: 37 Post Likes Received: 58 Date Joined: November 2016 Injury: C5/6 Tetraplegic Date Injured: 1987 Member is: Offline Send PM	Exoskeleton discussed by creators Dec 27, 2016 1:38:21 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by megatrig on Dec 27, 2016 1:38:21 GMT -8 After taking part in The Cybathlon in October 2017 I can see technology moving forward in so many different ways!! www.cybathlon.ethz.ch/en/
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Exoskeleton discussed by creators Dec 27, 2016 6:38:07 GMT -8

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Dec 27, 2016 1:38:21 GMT -8 megatrig said:

After taking part in The Cybathlon in October 2017 I can see technology moving forward in so many different ways!!

www.cybathlon.ethz.ch/en/

That was great

I can see why that would instill confidence in the near future.

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Exoskeleton discussed by creators Dec 30, 2016 4:39:19 GMT -8

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Post by DJ on Dec 30, 2016 4:39:19 GMT -8

Good to hear that they're thinking of making these more practical! Personally though I'd probably use these during physiotherapy but I can't see myself walking around with it on a daily basis. Maybe if I tried it I'd like it but it just feels like it'd be really unnatural feeling.

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Exoskeleton discussed by creators

Post by tetra on Dec 26, 2016 8:34:03 GMT -8

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Post by tetra on Dec 26, 2016 20:28:13 GMT -8

Post by megatrig on Dec 27, 2016 1:38:21 GMT -8

Post by kilg0retr0ut on Dec 27, 2016 6:29:50 GMT -8

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Post by DJ on Dec 30, 2016 4:39:19 GMT -8

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