Novanta
Novanta, through its Celera Motion business unit, provides high-precision motion control components. Their product line includes encoders, servo drives, and motors that are critical ‘enabling technologies’ for the wearable robotics industry. They specialize in high-torque, compact motion solutions for medical exoskeletons and industrial human-augmentation systems.
Biodex
Biodex provides medical technology for sports medicine and rehabilitation. Their System 4 robotic dynamometer is a global standard for muscle strength testing and orthopedic rehabilitation. They also offer the Gait Trainer series, which includes instrumented treadmills and body-weight support systems used to retrain walking patterns in neurological and orthopedic patients.
Made for Movement
Made for Movement develops systems to facilitate physical activity for people with severe motor disabilities. Their Innowalk is a motorized, robotic movement trainer that allows users to experience whole-body movement in a standing position. Their NF-Walker is a specialized gait trainer for children. They focus on improving health and participation for individuals with conditions like […]
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.
Noraxon
Noraxon develops high-end biomechanical sensors and motion capture systems used for human movement analysis. Their portfolio includes wireless electromyography (EMG), inertial sensors (IMU), and pressure-sensing tools. These systems are widely used as ‘enabling technology’ for the evaluation of exoskeletons and the development of bio-signal controlled wearable robotics in clinical and research contexts.
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.
GaitBetter
GaitBetter develops an add-on system that transforms any standard treadmill into a motor-cognitive training platform. The system uses VR and motion sensors to provide real-time cognitive challenges and gait feedback, designed to improve executive function and reduce fall risk in neurological and geriatric patients. While not a wearable exoskeleton, it is a primary clinical robotic […]
Exosurge
Exosurge develops wearable robotic systems for human augmentation. Their products include passive industrial exoskeletons for back support and powered medical systems for gait rehabilitation. They focus on affordable technology to improve physical productivity and support clinical recovery in the Indian market.