AI exoskeleton gives wheelchair users the freedom to walk again

For Caroline Laubach being a Wandercraft test pilot is about more than just trying out new hardware It's about reclaiming a sense of freedom and connection that a great number of wheelchair users miss Laubach a spinal stroke survivor and full-time wheelchair user has played a key role in demonstrating the personal AI-powered prototype exoskeleton's rise and her experience highlights just how life-changing this device can be When I'm in the exoskeleton I feel more free than I do in my daily life declared Laubach It gives me the opportunity to walk around and talk to people at eye level I don't have to look up at people all the time It makes me feel more visible and able to connect with others One thing I noticed right away was how inclusive the exoskeleton would be to a wide variety of disabilities The goal is to have disabled people able to use this exoskeleton to live their daily life out in the world I can definitely see that happening in the future Laubach's story is at the heart of Wandercraft's mission to help people move through the world with greater walking independence and upright mobility Join The FREE CyberGuy Assessment Get my expert tech tips critical assurance alerts and specific deals plus instant access to my free Ultimate Scam Survival Guide when you sign up Wandercraft's journey began with a personal challenge Nicolas Simon the company's co-founder saw his own family members struggle with mobility due to Charcot-Marie-Tooth condition a genetic condition As a attendee and robotics enthusiast Simon requested to create something that could help his brother and others like him walk again Alongside Matthieu Masselin and Jean-Louis Constanza who also had a personal connection to the cause Simon founded Wandercraft in AI ENABLES PARALYZED MAN TO CONTROL ROBOTIC ARM WITH BRAIN SIGNALSTheir goal was simple but ambitious to bring advanced mobility solutions to the estimated million people worldwide who rely on wheelchairs EXOSKELETON HELPS PARALYZED PEOPLE REGAIN INDEPENDENCEWandercraft's first exoskeleton Atalante X is already making a difference in over clinics and research centers worldwide This device cleared by the Food and Drug Administration FDA and approved in Europe helps patients take over a million efforts each month as part of their rehabilitation It has already helped hundreds regain specific mobility and independence But Wandercraft needed to go further The new Personal Exoskeleton protoype now in clinical trials in New York and New Jersey is designed for daily life at home at work and out in the group It uses NVIDIA AI to adapt instantly to each user's movements providing smooth stable walking on all sorts of surfaces from sidewalks to carpets Users control the exoskeleton with a joystick making it accessible to people with a wide range of abilities COULD THESE EXOSKELETON POWERED PANTS MAKE OUTDOOR EXERCISES EASIER IN THE FUTURE A big part of Wandercraft's progress comes from its partnership with Nvidia The company uses Nvidia Isaac Sim a powerful simulation tool to test and improve the exoskeleton in virtual environments before real-world trials They're also exploring Nvidia's healthcare robotics and edge computing platforms to make the device smarter and more responsive This device means the exoskeleton can someday keep up with everyday life walking at a normal pace transiting streets and even handling stairs As Simon puts it It's essential for the exoskeleton to be fast enough that it can be used in the real world By integrating NVIDIA AI into the device we can someday enable users to walk at an average pace cross the road and go up and down stairs BIOTECH CEO PREDICTS 'REVOLUTIONARY' MEASURES TOWARD CURING CANCER ON HORIZON THANKS TO AIWEARABLE EXOSKELETON CAN TURN YOU INTO A SUPERHUMAN ATHLETEWandercraft's commitment to improving lives goes beyond just building exoskeletons In the heart of Manhattan the company has opened Walk in New York by Wandercraft a state-of-the-art physical therapy practice and Atalante X walk center located at Park Avenue South This groundbreaking center is the first of its kind in the U S and represents a partnership between Wandercraft and licensed physical therapy professionals to help individuals with neurological conditions move more move better and move again At Walk in New York movement is truly seen as medicine The center offers personalized screenings with licensed physical therapists hands-free walking sessions using the Atalante X exoskeleton and comprehensive neurorehabilitation services Patients can experience walking again in a safe professional habitat regardless of their trunk or upper body strength Each therapy plan is tailored to the individual and progress is tracked objectively to ensure the best manageable outcomes The innovation at Walk in New York goes beyond exoskeletons The center features virtual reality systems for real-time movement feedback mirror therapy to promote motor recovery advanced gait analysis and immersive environments that make rehabilitation more engaging and effective Walk in New York is also set to become the hub for Wandercraft's Personal Exoskeleton where individuals will be able to receive their own devices undergo training and access ongoing assistance as this instrument becomes available for everyday use The center's focus on personalized care and innovation makes it a welcoming space for anyone interested in rediscovering mobility whether for themselves or a loved one At Walk in New York the belief is simple movement is medicine and everyone deserves the chance to move through life with confidence and independence DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE MEMORIAL DAY BEST DEALS DISCOUNTSWandercraft is working toward FDA approval for the Personal Exoskeleton with hopes of making it available to millions of wheelchair users in the U S and beyond The company is actively recruiting participants for its clinical trials and is committed to making this tool accessible with plans for Medicare coverage in the future Are you an adult or older with a complete or incomplete motor SCI at or above the T vertebra If so you might be eligible for our clinical trial To participate you'll need a physically able companion to assist you during sessions If you don't have someone in mind don't worry Wandercraft is creating a volunteer arrangement to help connect trial participants with companions Both patients and companions should be able to speak English or communicate well with a translator If you meet these criteria or if you're interested in volunteering as a companion you can reach out to Wandercraft by emailing them at clinicaltrials wandercraft healthWHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AI Despite all the advances in apparatus over the past meager decades tens of millions of people still rely on wheelchairs Wandercraft's Personal Exoskeleton shaped by the real-life experiences of test pilots like Laubach is offering a new way forward one that brings freedom independence and a renewed sense of possibility SUBSCRIBE TO KURT S YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR QUICK VIDEO TIPS ON HOW TO WORK ALL OF YOUR TECH DEVICESLaubach's story really shows how powerful this device can be when it is designed with real people in mind Wandercraft's Personal Exoskeleton isn't just about robotics or AI it's about helping people stand tall connect with others and live life on their own terms Every step taken with this device brings that vision closer to reality making the future of mobility feel more hopeful and within reach than ever before In what strategies could AI-driven wearable robotics reshape how we think about disability and independence Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy com ContactFor more of my tech tips and safety alerts subscribe to my free CyberGuy Record Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy com NewsletterAsk Kurt a question or let us know what stories you'd like us to cover Follow Kurt on his social channels Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions New from Kurt Copyright CyberGuy com All 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