A new mechanical exoskeleton has been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use on humans.
The Cyberdyne HAL exoskeleton. Image courtesy of Cyberdyne. Built by Japanese robotics company Cyberdyne, the mechanical exoskeleton is intended to be used in a medical setting in order to aid patient recovery. Called the Hybrid Assisted Limb (HAL), the exoskeleton attaches to the limbs of the wearer, enabling them to move…
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