Introduction to Hapo Shoulder Exoskeletons (Delta Suit)

What happens here

Greg, from The Exoskeleton Store, introduces various shoulder exoskeletons, specifically demonstrating the Hapo Delta suit. He shares a success story of a landscaper with double shoulder surgery who found renewed ability to work after using the Hapo Delta. These are passive exoskeletons, meaning they operate without motors or batteries, storing potential energy through elastic bands and cam-like geometry. They can provide up to 5 foot-pounds of torque (with adjustable settings of 3.84 or 4.87 foot-pounds) and have an estimated lifespan of 150,000 cycles, with easily replaceable bands. He also briefly shows a Comau shoulder unit which uses different technology.

Goal: Learn about the design and functionality of Hapo shoulder exoskeletons and their benefits for shoulder support.