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Samsung’s EX1 wearable robot is designed to improve mobility in older adults

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I am always a little hesitant when consumer electronics companies dip their toes in the robotics world. The category is a great way for companies to grab attention and boost their future outlook. Most often, the systems that are presented on stage are nothing more than vaporware.

Samsung has largely kept their robotics ambitions under wraps. Sure, Ballie It is not clear how to do this.What if the launch of the project is delayed? The more advancedRobots for food preparation and dishwashing? I’m certainly not holding my breath.

In 2019, the company will be back in business. Showcased a trio robotsAt CES. The wearable exoskeleton stood out for two reasons. First, it’s a realistic product. There are already several of these solutions available on the market. Second, there were working units on display at the event. I tried one on, and it did, indeed assist me while walking up stairs in the company’s booth.

Sahmyook University is this weekThe Seoul-based institute’s ongoing work in collaboration with Samsung on the robot-exosuit front was showcased. There aren’t a ton of details surrounding EX1(not to be confused with an old Samsung digital camera by the same name) at the moment, but there are some promising results here.

The system is a part of the growing field of robotic age-tech. The hip-worn device was designed to improve balance and movement in older people. As you age, your muscle mass tends to decrease. This can affect your walking and increase the risk of falling.

“Using the wearable robot EX1, older adults can effectively perform simple exercises such as walking and fitness, thereby improving their quality of life,” says research lead, Professor Wan-hee Lee. “EX1 can increase their participation in exercise and serve as a guideline for exercising the right way.”

The device can be used for both guided exercises and assistive wear.  According to the study, stride increased by more than 12% and propulsion increased by around 21% for subjects who wore EX1 50 minutes per day, three days a week, for a whole month.

“Our findings provide a solid foundation for developing various types of improved and advanced wearable robots,” Lee. “This will further expand the global wearable robot market, promoting further research and commercialization.”

It’s not certain when or if the Samsung EX1 might actually hit the market. Nevertheless, wearable robotics that provide assistance will become more common in the coming decade.

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