Project Overview
The Robotic Ski Exoskeleton is a first-of-a-kind robotic powered exoskeleton which superpowers users' knees during alpine skiing and snowboarding.
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Project Context
The Robotic Ski Exoskeleton aims to extend the ski day, access longer challenging terrain, make stronger turns, or simply enjoy the support without the pain.
Project Innovation
The lower-body exoskeleton features a pair of braces that strap on to the wearer's thighs, connection to ski boots on one side and a small backpack on the other. The braces absorb shock and provide support to the user.
Built-in sensors combined with specialised software work to automatically adjust the system's fabric and air actuators, providing additional support to the quadriceps. This feature can also be managed manually by users.
Concept - Systems
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All systems are designed to serve a purpose – and that purpose is to serve people. Systems design optimises systems performance by systematically focusing on the human component - human capacities, abilities, limitations and aspirations.
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