Robotic exoskeletons are wearable electromechanical devices that have been developed as augmentative devices to enhance the physical performance of the wearer or as orthotic devices for gait rehabilitation or locomotion assistance
Exoskeletons work in various ways depending on the part of the body they're outfitted for and the way they're powered. Many exoskeletons shift weight from one part of the body to other parts, like from your arms to your legs, to reduce continuous strain, increase endurance and improve productivity.
Mainly used to restore or improve people's ability to walk or to lift normal objects, exoskeletons are finding broader applications in industries such as construction and warehousing. Exoskeletons have also become much more sophisticated
there is one technology that has flown under the radar yet is poised to make just as big of an impact – exoskeletons. ... By 2028, global Exoskeleton revenues will reach $5.8 billion, with hundreds of thousands of active exoskeletons being deployed around the world