A Chinese company presented an exoskeleton for knees (2 photos + 1 video)
Today, 05:07
Chinese engineers have shown an exoskeleton for the knees. It facilitates movement and reduces the load on the joints. 
The device, called Z1, is attached directly to the legs, increases muscle strength in the calves and thighs by 50%, and reduces the load on the joints by up to 200%.
As indicated on the product page, the new system consists of two “hang-on” exoskeletons weighing 680 grams - which is ideal for carrying devices in a backpack. Moreover, they can be equipped at any time in just 15 seconds, after which two 450-watt motors will be ready to work without prior adjustment. And one charge should be enough for 5 hours of use.
The most interesting thing is that the exoskeletons have built-in artificial intelligence algorithms that study the user's movements in order to more smoothly and naturally adjust the strength of electrical support. In addition, AI recognizes activity and automatically switches modes between walking, running, cycling, jumping, squatting and even sitting.
As a result, the basic version of the Dnsys Z1 exoskeleton is able to extend the owner's range by an average of 25 kilometers. And despite the additional weight of the structure, thanks to the support, a person feels about 20 kilograms lighter. Additionally, the device has a kinetic energy recovery system that charges the batteries a little during the descent from the mountains. The price starts at $699.
