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December 5, 2024 Newsletter Summary
ACE Competition 2024: Exoskeletons for First Responders
In May 2024, collegiate teams from North America participated in the Applied Collegiate Exoskeleton (ACE) competition at the Université de Sherbrooke. The event, founded in 2018, focuses on testing lower-body powered exoskeletons for first responder applications.
Industrial
- Verve Motion Launches Company Blog
Verve Motion introduces its company blog, sharing updates and insights. - Hyundai Motor Group: Industrial Wearable Robot ‘X-ble Shoulder’
Hyundai plans to deploy the X-ble Shoulder exoskeleton in production plants by 2025, following a successful pilot from 2022 to 2024.
Research
- Lifting Endurance Tests Overview
Back exosuits show potential to enhance lifting endurance while reducing musculoskeletal disorder risks, benefiting civilian and defense workers.
Military
- Spine Injuries in U.S. Military Service Members
A study from 2016–2021 highlights the high prevalence and cost of low back pain and musculoskeletal spine injuries among U.S. active-duty service members, with 269,301 cases reported in FY21.
Medical
- International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Recognized globally on December 3rd. - Muze Magazine Features Exoskeletons
The November-December issue of Muse Science Magazine for Kids includes a story on exoskeleton technology.
Awards
- HeroWear on INC’s 2024 Best in Business List
HeroWear recognized for innovation and technology achievements. - LIFTYA Brace Development Success
Ranked #1 in Eurostars, ensuring continued development for the next three years.
Research Highlight: Arm Tremor Stabilization
A passive shoulder exoskeleton with a novel gravity compensation mechanism has been developed to stabilize arm tremors during minimally invasive surgery. Provisionally accepted in Frontiers.
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