Comau
Robust exoskeleton for indoor and outdoor use
Comau presents Mate-XT, a new version of its wearable exoskeleton that can be fully adapted to the specific needs of the user in industrial, non-industrial and outdoor activities.
The exoskeleton from Comau has a lightweight carbon fiber structure and an intuitive adjustment system, is resistant to the effects of water, dust, UV light and temperature and, according to the manufacturer, can be easily adapted to practically any body shape. Thanks to a fabric construction specially developed for outdoor activities, the exoskeleton is also breathable. It follows the user's movements and provides optimum support for the upper body without the need for batteries, motors or other interference-prone devices. In addition, it offers support in eight different levels that the user can quickly adjust - or change - without interrupting their activity.
The commercially available exoskeleton is EAWS (Ergonomic Assessment Work-Sheet) certified and has been proven to reduce biomechanical stress during strenuous work.
Based on studies conducted at the customer site using the EAWS worksheet, Comau estimates that the wearable exoskeleton can help to increase precision in overhead work by 27% and speed of execution by 10%. Cycle times can also be reduced by at least 5%. From an operational point of view, the exoskeleton ensures increased precision, quality and performance. It reduces shoulder muscle activity by 30% as well as the effort perceived by the user, with more than 50% of users reporting beneficial improvements in job quality.
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