# Accessible Exoskeletons Exoskeletons are being designed to enhance people's quality of life. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Sep 7, 2017 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/accessible-exoskeletons ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.1/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Accessible Exoskeletons trend? **Accessible Exoskeletons:** Exoskeletons are being designed to support individuals with various physical disabilities. While these innovations were once largely inaccessible to most, they are increasingly becoming more affordable and able to service more disabilities – although they still have a long way to go. Tech has long been used to convenience consumers' lives, however its growing ability to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities speaks to the more comprehensive approach to accessibility that these individuals and their allies are advocating for. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 24, 2016 to Jul 21, 2017 - Published: Sep 7, 2017 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Accessible Exoskeletons trend ### Affordable Exoskeletons The trend of creating more affordable and accessible exoskeleton technology for disabled individuals offers great opportunities for enhanced mobility and quality of life. ### Brain-Machine Interfaces Brain-machine interfaces, like implantable devices, that can translate thoughts into movement open up possibilities for more intuitive control of prosthetics. ### Elderly Mobility Tech The development of powered clothing and supportive exoskeletons for the elderly provide solutions for improved mobility and quality of life for aging populations. ## What the Accessible Exoskeletons trend means for industry ### For Healthcare The healthcare industry can benefit greatly from advancements in exoskeleton technology and brain-machine interfaces, offering improved mobility for disabled individuals. ### For Manufacturing Supportive exoskeleton suits can provide invaluable assistance for factory workers to make heavy lifting easier and prevent workplace injuries. ### For Aging and Elderly Care With advancements in powered clothing and supportive exoskeletons, the aging and elderly population can experience improved mobility and independence. ## Workshop question How can your brand incorporate tech into its offerings to enhance quality of life for its consumers or employees? ## Trend signals for Accessible Exoskeletons Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 41%, activity 43%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 41% - Activity: 43% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Accessible Exoskeletons trend 8 featured examples from Jan 24, 2016 to Jul 21, 2017. - [Elderly Mobility Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superflex): Superflex is Creating "Powered Clothing" Specifically for Seniors (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Superflex's powered clothing holds potential for widespread use in long-term care facilities and for elderly individuals living at home. - [Affordable Wearable Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-exoskeleton): The Phoenix Exoskeleton Costs About As Much As a Mid-Range Car (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop affordable wearable exoskeletons to revolutionize mobility assistance for disabled individuals. - [Supportive Exoskeleton Suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-exoskeletons): Three Hyundai Exoskeletons were Unveiled by the Brand at CES 2017 (Category: Tech) Implication: Exoskeleton suits designed to make heavy lifting easier can revolutionize safety and efficiency in manufacturing industries. - [Assistive Mobility Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skeletal-support): The 'Exoatlet' Skeletal Support System Boasts a Motorized Frame (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The healthcare industry can leverage exoskeleton technology to improve mobility and independence for patients with mobility impairments. - [Exoskeleton-Controlling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stentrode): The Stentrode is an Implant That Helps People Control Exoskeletons (Category: Tech) Implication: The stentrode implant represents a breakthrough in healthcare technology by offering new possibilities for mobility and independence for individuals with paralysis. - [Child-Centric Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/children-exoskeleton): This Exoskeleton Enhances Mobility and Saves Lives Of Children (Category: Tech) Implication: The healthcare industry has the opportunity to adopt and expand the use of medical exoskeletons, providing mobility solutions for patients with various physical disabilities. - [Limb-Controlling Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/implantable-device): This Implantable Device Would Turn Thought into Prosthetic Movement (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of an implantable device that translates brainwaves into prosthetic movements highlights opportunities for innovation in the prosthetics industry. - [Muscle-Motoring Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passive-exoskeleton): This Passive Exoskeleton is Designed For Muscular Dystrophy Patients (Category: Tech) Implication: The medical device industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in the development and manufacturing of passive and motor-powered exoskeletons for muscular dystrophy p… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)