Hanwha Ocean
Hanwha Ocean (formerly DSME) is a historical pioneer in the development of industrial exoskeletons for heavy construction. In the early 2010s, they developed powered and passive ‘shipyard exoskeletons’ designed to help workers handle heavy components weighing up to 30kg. While primarily focused on large-scale shipbuilding, their research into human augmentation remains a landmark project in […]
InteSpring
InteSpring, based in the Delft robotics hub, specialized in passive compensation systems. They developed the Exobuddy (military load carriage system) and the Balancer (industrial tool support). While the company remains active in engineering consultancy and mechanical innovation, its standalone exoskeleton product line is reported as historical or project-based.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has a historical interest in wearable robotics, particularly for high-stress and hazardous environments. They developed a ‘Power Assist Suit’ (PAS) exhibited in the mid-2010s, intended for use in nuclear disaster recovery operations. While MHI remains a major industrial force, their standalone commercial exoskeleton development is reported as historical or project-based research.
Palladyne AI
Palladyne AI, formerly Sarcos Technology and Robotics, is now focused on AI software for robotics. The company is historically important to the exoskeleton sector because Sarcos developed the Guardian XO full-body powered industrial exoskeleton. The Guardian XO hardware should be treated as a legacy or paused exoskeleton program unless refreshed evidence confirms active commercialization.
ATOUN
ATOUN was a Panasonic-backed company that specialized in powered exoskeletons for heavy labor. Their Model Y back support system was utilized in logistics and baggage handling operations. The company’s technology has influenced subsequent developments in the sector.