In order to prevent and reduce occupational injuries Innophys Japanese company has released a compact exoskeleton carry up to 30 pounds. The robotic suit was first shown at the International Robot Exhibition in Tokyo.
The suit is specially designed for people employed in agriculture, industry and services, such as, for example, care for the elderly. Reportedly, the device will be particularly useful where you have to constantly carry heavy loads manually.
The Japanese health system is one of the most developed in the world. Older people in the country paid a lot of attention, physical help. Medical staff regularly accompanies the elderly, helping them to move safely and comfortably use the items.
Because in Japan there are many elderly people (13 percent of the population are aged 75 years and above), the need for physically strong and healthy health care workers is considerably higher than in other developed countries. Robocolum is intended to help meet this need.
According to International Business Times, Innophys system consists of hydraulic artificial muscles, enclosed in an aluminum shell in the form of a backpack. The suit is attached to the body and follows its motion.
Currently the company offers two versions of the device. The first weighs 5.5 kg and can lift up to 30 kg light weight 4,2 kg version is designed for loads up to 22 lbs. the costume Price is $ 4 970. If desired, it can be rented.