Honda
Honda developed the Walking Assist Device for gait rehabilitation. The hip-powered system assists users in improving stride length and walking speed. The technology is informed by Honda’s research into bipedal robotics.
Panasonic
Panasonic conducts corporate research into ‘power assist’ technologies for logistics and healthcare. While specialized commercial exoskeleton activities were historically concentrated in its subsidiary ATOUN, the parent company maintains R&D in fabric actuators and sensor-based human assistance.
Myoswiss
MyoSwiss develops the Myosuit, a lightweight, active soft exosuit designed to assist individuals with muscle weakness. The system provides powered support at the hip and knee joints during walking and movement, aimed at users with neuromuscular or orthopedic conditions.
Innophys
Innophys is a university spin-off based in Tokyo that manufactures pneumatic-powered exoskeletons for back support. The Muscle Suit Every utilizes artificial muscles powered by pressurized air to provide lifting assistance. It is used in nursing care, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Hunic
Hunic specializes in passive textile-based exoskeleton systems designed to reduce back strain during manual handling in logistics, manufacturing and care sectors.
Cyberdyne
Cyberdyne develops cyborg-type wearable robots that use bio-electric signals to support movement. Its HAL product family serves medical rehabilitation, elderly care and industrial labor-support contexts.