Robo-Mate : exoskeleton to enhance industrial production

Abstract

Low volume industrial productions are rarely highly automated because of the related costs. Variable production requires flexible automation with close human robot interaction. An exoskeleton may exactly provide these features to enhance industrial production. This article highlights the difficulties related to using exoskeletons in an industrial setting. Moreover, it introduces the Robo-Mate project – an EU funded project – targeted to address the application of an exoskeleton in industry.