Exorangka has been developed by several Japanese firms to reduce injuries to workers and allow older people to perform tasks that are more compatible with simple workers. Hyundai Kia has now also launched an exoskeleton that they say is like a robot that can be worn on the body to reduce the burden of workers who are always looking up.
The X-ble Shoulder exoskeleton reduces the burden on workers' shoulders by up to 60% and muscle activity by up to 30%. What makes the X-ble Shoulder interesting is that it does not require any batteries because it uses a mechanical torque system.
Two versions have been produced, each providing lifting assistance of 2.9 kgf and 3.7 kgf to the user. In tests conducted, this exoskeleton can perform up to 700,000 per year without suffering damage. The unit weighs 1.9 kilograms.
Hyundai Kia says their invention is compatible with use in the automotive assembly, aerospace, construction, logistics, shipping, and agriculture sectors. It will go on sale in the first half of 2025 in Korea before hitting the international market in 2026, but prices have not yet been announced.