There was Cruise. Nowadays there’s Waymo. And now, Zoox.
The surge in the geriatric population and the increasing incidence of diseases such as osteoarthritis and diabetes are ...
One such innovation making waves is wearable robots, commonly known as exoskeletons. These devices augment human capabilities by enhancing the wearer’s strength and endurance, and they have the ...
KAIST researchers recently unveiled the latest version of their wearable robot, WalkON Suit F1, specifically designed to support individuals with complete paralysis. Unlike previous models, the F1 ...
AI can be a tool for human empowerment, illustrating what we call prosocial AI. Especially in the context of disability this is precious.
The Cybathlon, first held in Switzerland in 2016 and nicknamed the “Cyborg Olympics,” drew 71 teams from 26 countries ...
Too many young people with additional needs are being "written off" and told they can never succeed, a government report has found. Young disabled people were fully capable of thriving in work ...
At Cybathlon 2024 this last weekend - hosted by ETH Zurich - cutting-edge assistance technology and gadgetry was on show.
A KAIST-developed robotic exoskeleton to help people with paraplegia walk won first place in the 3rd Cybathlon, outperforming ...
The competition tests assistance technologies for people with disabilities that are suitable for everyday use.
Around 40 million people with disabilities are eligible to vote in 2024. Recent changes to voting laws in some states may create barriers for disabled voters, especially after some pandemic-related ...
Being intersex means that a person is born with variations in their sex traits and/or reproductive organs, such as their ...