Real-Life Iron Man: A Robotic Suit That Magnifies Human Strength [News]
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - 13:54
in Psychology & Sociology
The prospect of slipping into a robotic exoskeleton that could enhance strength, keep the body active while recovering from an injury or even serve as a prosthetic limb has great appeal. Unlike the svelt body armor donned by Iron Man, however, most exoskeletons to date have looked more like clunky spare parts cobbled together. [More]
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