Soft exosuit makes it easier to stand up

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich built a soft exosuit that uses artificial tendons to assist hip extension. The device helped older adults stand up faster and lowered the metabolic cost of walking while preserving their feeling of control. It gives engineers and clinicians a demonstrated method to deliver wearable motor assistance during common daily tasks.

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