Shenzhen Zuowei Technology
Shenzhen Zuowei Technology develops intelligent equipment for healthcare and nursing. Their product line includes powered gait assistance exoskeletons and smart mobility devices for the elderly and disabled. They focus on combining robotics with caregiving needs in clinical and residential settings.
Yrobot
Yrobot develops lightweight, active soft exosuits designed to assist individuals with gait impairments. Their technology combines flexible textiles with compact actuators to provide assistive force at the hip and knee joints. The company focuses on accessibility and ease of use for stroke survivors and the elderly in daily living activities.
Moveo
Moveo develops the ExoBand, a lightweight and accessible passive exosuit designed to assist individuals with walking impairments. The system uses elastic energy stored during the gait cycle to provide assistance to the hip and lower limbs. It is intended for both clinical rehabilitation and daily use at home for elderly and patients with neurological conditions.
Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics has introduced the GEMS (Gait Enhancing and Motivating System) platform, which includes GEMS-H (Hip), GEMS-K (Knee), and GEMS-A (Ankle). These lightweight, powered wearable robots are designed to assist individuals with limited mobility, providing gait support and strength enhancement. The system focuses on balance and energy efficiency for both clinical and home use.
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.
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.
Seismic
Seismic develops ‘Powered Clothing’ that integrates robotic actuators and sensors into apparel. The system is designed to augment core strength and support posture for industrial workers and the aging population. The technology utilizes electromechanical actuators to assist with standing and movement.
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.