Can you imagine? A man sitting in a wheelchair gets up, finds his balance and walks! The WalkON Suit F1 achieves this magic with a front docking system that allows the exoskeleton to attach, turning it into something more than just a mechanism – a true extension of the user, an armor of independence.
In general, determination and innovation are the keys to success, but at Cybathlon, this success takes on a new, truly inspiring meaning. Organized by the prestigious ETH Zürich university, Cybathlon brings together the most innovative engineers, doctors and athletes from around the world in a competition that focuses on assistive technologies aimed at providing a better life for people with disabilities. The event, which combines sports competition with technological innovation, gives us an amazing insight into how modern technology overcomes physical limits and opens up new horizons of mobility.
WalkON Suit F1, a true miracle of technology created by the Exoskeleton Laboratory at KAIST and Angel Robotics. This advanced exoskeleton is designed to provide mobility and balance for paraplegic users, and at the Cybathlon, it proved to be much more than just an assistive device – it's a symbol of hope, independence and progress.
The WalkON Suit F1 allows users to do things that, for most, would seem impossible. With this exoskeleton, disabled people regain the ability to walk and stand, while having the safety of an active balance control system that prevents falls.
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