Body-worn support systems
The active shoulder exoskeleton S700 from exoIQ
The advantage of an active exoskeleton is obvious. Like passive systems, they transfer the load from weaker to stronger parts of the body. Following intensive biomechanical analyses, the Hamburg-based company exoIQ has developed an active exoskeleton that provides up to 5 kg of force support per arm, making activities above the head and at chest height noticeably easier.
Technically speaking, exoskeletons are body-worn support systems that do not take the load off the employee, but redistribute it to stronger parts of the body. Instead of the shoulder, for example, the force is transferred to the hip. With the S700 active exoskeleton from exoIQ, the upper arms are supported electro-pneumatically with up to 5 kg of additional force. This relieves the muscles in the shoulders, arms and neck. Tools or your own arms feel almost weightless.
Active support systems
"The highlight of active support systems is that the force development can be individually adjusted. The S700 supports employees, so to speak, to prevent overload and fatigue. However, the level of support required can be set differently by each user and for each activity. And the system can be switched to pause mode at any time so that it does not interfere with secondary activities," says Bernward Otten, Managing Director of exoIQ from Hamburg.
Reduce stress, improve concentration and quality of work
Exoskeletons are not intended to replace employees, but to reduce their strain. When the S700 is used for activities above head height or at chest height, there is an immediately noticeable, positive effect. Less fatigue and greater concentration have an equal impact on employee satisfaction and quality of work. "Nothing is more flexible than humans, who have evolved over millions of years. The most important driver of successful companies is to consistently maintain the performance of their employees. And with the S700, we offer an ergonomic aid that makes work easier," adds exoIQ Managing Director Robert Weidner.
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