Just two years ago, it would have been next to impossible to find a wearable exoskeleton on an automotive production line. In just a couple of years, the number of exoskeletons in auto plants has gone ...

There’s a new battleground for consumer wearables. We’ve seen smartwatches, smart eyewear, even smart toothbrushes. Now we are getting exoskeletons. And yes, they’re also “smart.” ...

Leslie Katz led a team that explored the intersection of tech and culture, plus all manner of awe-inspiring science, from space to AI and archaeology. When she's not smithing words, she's probably ...

Astronauts could one day get a power surge from hi-tech robotic suits, like real-life versions of "Iron Man" hero Tony Stark. That's not to suggest that spaceflyers will soon become superheroes; most ...

In manufacturing, work-related lower-back injuries from lifting and handling heavy objects account for approximately $100 billion in medical bills annually in the United States, according to new data.

The US Military is a few years away from releasing a robotic suit that can repel bullets, lift heavy objects, and provide lifesaving oxygen. Known as the Tactical Light Operator Suit (Talos), the ...

Despite the ongoing debate around how open or resistant the industry is to accepting change, construction has long been a sector where innovation can significantly enhance safety and efficiency. One ...

Exoskeletons are emerging as a powerful ergonomics tool, but questions remain about fit, task matching, worker acceptance, and long-term impact. Here’s what safety leaders should weigh before adopting ...

This file type includes high resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. Today's exoskeletons are a far cry from Marvel’s Iron Man, but Tony Stark had the advantage of an arc reactor and ...

Herowear Chief Innovation Officer Matt Yandell will be speaking at the Safety Leadership Conference 2021, Nov. 9-11 in Cleveland, Ohio. He will present with Scott Clark, safety advancement and ...