Thera-Trainer
Thera-Trainer (Medica Medizintechnik) is a major developer of movement therapy systems. Their ‘Gait & Balance’ division produces the Lyra robotic gait trainer (end-effector system) and the Balo standing balance system. They provide clinical solutions for all phases of neurological rehabilitation, from early mobilization to overground training.
Cometa
Cometa specializes in the design of miniaturized wireless systems for electromyography (EMG) and motion tracking. Their Wave and Miniwave sensors provide objective data on muscle recruitment and gait kinematics. These systems are used as enabling technologies for clinical assessment and technology development within the global wearable robotics and rehabilitation sectors.
EASE – Ergonomische Assistenzsysteme
EASE develops active (powered) wearable assistants for the logistics and manufacturing sectors. Their primary product is a lightweight active exoskeleton designed to support the arms and shoulders during lifting and carrying tasks. The system utilizes AI-supported intention recognition and high-performance TQ-RoboDrive motors to provide seamless assistance with minimal delay.
Sensodrive
Sensodrive develops and manufactures torque-sensing drive systems and actuators. Their SensoJoint series is a family of lightweight, torque-controlled robotic joints used in the development of collaborative robots and medical exoskeletons. They provide ‘enabling technology’ for manufacturers requiring high-fidelity force control and human-safe interaction in wearable robotic systems.
TQ-Systems (RoboDrive)
TQ-Systems, through its RoboDrive brand, manufactures high-torque density BLDC motors and drive systems. Their ILM-E frameless motor series is specifically optimized for weight and performance in wearable robotics, used by numerous exoskeleton manufacturers to achieve smooth human-robot interaction. They operate as a tier-1 component supplier for the global human augmentation market.
Instead Technologies
Instead Technologies develops innovative robotic solutions for healthcare. Their flagship system, In-Touch, is designed for the intensive rehabilitation of the upper limbs in patients with neurological damage. They focus on providing affordable, evidence-based robotic tools that facilitate motor recovery through repetitive, task-oriented exercises in clinical settings.
Kinestica
Kinestica develops medical devices for the rehabilitation of patients with neuromotor disorders. Their product line includes BiMeo, a sensor-based system for active-assisted and bimanual upper-limb training, and Equio, an all-in-one balance rehabilitation platform. They combine motion-capture technology with gamified software to improve functional recovery and clinical assessment outcomes.
Quantop
Quantop develops ergonomic wearable systems to reduce musculoskeletal risk for manual laborers. Their products include passive mechanical exoskeletons for lower back and shoulder support, designed for tasks such as lifting, logistics, and overhead work. They emphasize modularity and ease of integration into existing industrial workwear.
AUXSYS
AUXSYS develops powered full-body exoskeletons designed for holistic human augmentation. Their technology aims to support the wearer in a variety of high-load tasks in industry, construction, and defense. They focus on active systems that can handle overloads and reduce fatigue across multiple body regions through integrated motorized assistance.
Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia – Rehab Technologies
The Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), through its Rehab Technologies lab (in collaboration with INAIL), develops innovative wearable robots for health and labor. Their projects include the TWIN lower-limb exoskeleton for individuals with complete paralysis and the XoSoft soft exosuit. They focus on modularity, ease of use, and clinical validation for neurological rehabilitation and industrial […]