Cyberdyne is a Japanese robotics and technology company founded by Yoshiyuki Sankai in 2004. It is most noted for the marketing and distribution of the HAL robotic exoskeleton suit for various medical and industrial use cases.
More recently the company has been expanding its cybernetics software and IoT capabilities.
The HAL range includes:
– Lower Limb Type (medical),
– Single Joint Type (medical),
– Lower Limb Well-Being (non-medical),
– Single Joint Well-Being (non-medical),
– Lumbar Type BB04 (non-medical),
– Lumbar Type FB02 (non-medical),
– Lumbar Type Labor Support (non-medical).
2-2-1, Gakuen-Minami,
Tsukuba,
Ibaraki Prefecture 305-0818,
Japan
TEL: +81 29-855-3189
Company Info
Headquarters
2004
Founded
$62.3M
Funding
$23.5M
Revenue
Products
Lower Limb Type
The primary objective of this product is to enable the transmission of signals from the nervous system to the muscles, resulting in meaningful movements that can be felt by the wearer and processed by their brain. This closed-loop of signals is crucial in promoting neuroplasticity, which is vital for optimal motor function. Furthermore, medical practitioners can modify the product’s settings to aid the wearer in accomplishing their intended movements more efficiently. Additionally, personalized therapeutic exercises can be recommended to correct any aberrant signals that may exist, which extends beyond simply walking.
Single Joint Type
The product has a mode like all other HAL systems, which allows the wearer to control the motors with their intended movement. By using a non-invasive sensor, the product can detect faint “bio-electrical signals” on the skin’s surface that reflect the wearer’s intention to move. This system is particularly useful for individuals with mobility difficulties as it enables them to perform desired movements by using their voluntary commands.
Lumbar Type
The device is equipped with battery-powered motors and is designed to be dust and waterproof. It uses bio-electric signals to assist wearers with their movements, reducing lumbar stress during lifting or carrying activities. Its compact and lightweight design, weighing just 3kg, enables wearers, including women and the elderly, to work for extended periods without experiencing fatigue.
