Additional data shows that the usefulness of exoskeletons increases the longer it is worn, with new regulatory wins and commitments, studies, and competitions. All of this just over the last week!
Summary of the above newsletter (AI generated):
Episode 15 of the Exoskeletons and Wearable Robotics Podcast features Dr Zach Lerner, co-founder of Biomotum, on moving pediatric exoskeletons from the lab to real-world use and the universal lessons this holds for wearable-robotics design, development, and marketing.
Industrial
• Amerisure insurance pilot – A year-long exosuit program shows promising results, signalling growing interest—though still limited action—by U.S. worker-comp insurers. 
• Auxivo training study – After users became familiar with a back-assist suit, muscle-activity relief in forward-leaning tasks doubled (≈20 % → ≈40 %), and squat-lifting relief rose for both upper (23 % → 29 %) and lower back (10 % → 21 %). The takeaway: account for learning curves when evaluating exoskeletons. 
Events & Trade Fairs
• WearRAcon Europe 2025 – Reminder that registration is open.
• A+A 2025, Düsseldorf – Sixteen exoskeleton producers will showcase devices in the Exo Park; late exhibitor slots are still available.
Medical
• Angel Robotics – ‘ANGEL LEGS M20’ receives Thai TFDA medical-device certification, expanding the company’s global rehabilitation footprint.
• Kickstart® Walk Assist trial – A randomized study on sub-acute stroke patients found greater hip-flexor and knee-extensor activation plus lower perceived exertion when using the passive tendon-spring device.
Consumer
• Hiking exoskeletons spotlight – Mainstream media compares these devices to “e-bikes for your legs,” highlighting their appeal to recreational walkers who need a small boost.
Standards
• China’s NMPA pledges to fast-track national standards for medical exoskeleton robots as part of a broader high-end-device initiative.
Students & Education
• ACE Competition 2025 – Unofficial results indicate Queen’s University BioMechatronics Team took first place; official scoreboard pending.
Business Trend
• “Silver Economy” focus – Chinese media frame seniors (60+) as a key market for digital training, AI companions, and mobility exoskeletons—a purchasing-power trend mirrored in the U.S.
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