"WIRED Editor Amit Katwala has traveled far and wide for a hands-on look at the future of robotic artificial limbs, and the technological progress he witnessed is beyond impressive. But in truth, his quest to become Superhuman is still stuck in the prototype phase. I, on the other hand, have been galavanting around the English countryside wearing the Hypershell Pro X, the first readily available leg-boosting, mile-eating, powered exoskeleton."
"As a broader product category, exoskeletons have the potential to enhance mobility for those with disabilities, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life. They can also reduce physical strain in the workplace, minimizing the chances of injury and boosting productivity. But the likes of Hypershell produces nonmedical, wearable exoskeletons that promise muscle-boosting power for us average Joes. The majority of these designs, however, seem to be permanently on preorder, or ambitiously chasing the big bucks on Kickstarter, so it's refreshing to be able to test something that's available on Amazon."
The Hypershell Pro X is a consumer-available powered leg exoskeleton designed to assist leg muscles and make hill climbing easier. The device offers comfortable, user-friendly ergonomics, useful assistance, a good companion app, and folds compactly for transport. The exoskeleton appears to reduce muscle strain rather than remove overall physical effort, leaving users noticeably aware of wearing it. The product has inconvenient charging and is less advanced than its marketing suggests. Exoskeleton technology promises mobility gains for people with disabilities and reduced workplace strain, but many competing designs remain stuck in preorder.
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