Researchers at Northern Arizona University have developed an open-source robotic exoskeleton system called OpenExo, making it easier for anyone to build exoskeletons.
OpenExo provides design files, computer code, and instructions for building exoskeletons, removing barriers like cost and complexity.
The system has already been used to help children with cerebral palsy walk and support patients with gait disorders, leading to grant funding, patents, and a spin-off company.
The project aims to make it easier for researchers, students, and startups to create robotic tools that enhance mobility and independence, with the hope of transforming lives.