2024

Design Awards Silver Winner - Hangzhou Zhiyuan Research Institute Co., Ltd

The Waist-Assist Exoskeleton

Entrant Company

Hangzhou Zhiyuan Research Institute Co., Ltd

Category

Exoskeletons - Dynamic Exoskeletons

Client's Name

Country / Region:

China

The Waist-Assist Exoskeleton is a high-tech auxiliary device developed for the industrial handling sector. It aims to address issues of waist fatigue and muscle strain commonly encountered by workers during traditional handling tasks, alleviating physical burdens when lifting heavy objects and enhancing productivity.

The device features an integrated design approach, reducing overall weight to just 5.5 kg. Its reinforced structure supports loads up to 30 kg. Equipped with a high-capacity battery, it offers up to 4 hours of operation, significantly boosting work efficiency. Additionally, the exoskeleton incorporates an intelligent sensing system that automatically detects the user's motion state and can autonomously switch between handling assistance mode and walking assistance mode, ensuring optimal support in various conditions.

Looking ahead, the Zhiyuan Research Institute's R&D and design team will continue to focus on optimizing product performance and exploring further intelligent capabilities, with the aim of becoming a leader in the field of human assistive devices.

Credits

He Long
Liu Binglong
Ren Jingwei
He Xiaoren
Mao Xiwang
Gu Qilin
Zhao Yujie
Li Kuiju
Wei Bohan
Wang Qingqiang
Zhang Tianjun
Dong Chenyuan
Yao Jun
Zhang Liang
Xuan Jiahui
Xu Zixin
Yang Weiwei
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