The idea of an exoskeleton isn't new, and bulky "wearable robots" already exist, designed for construction work and military purposes.
But the next thing? It might just be partial exoskeletons designed to be worn under your clothes. The first of these is a mechanical ankle brace of sorts, designed to assist elderly or disabled people to walk. There might also be a market amongst hikers or people who work on their feet all day.
The new buzz word? Mechanical clothing. And I suspect we'll start to see more and more of it.
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