# Kid-Friendly Exoskeletons The Kid's Walker from Sakakibara-Kikai is Designed for Children Pilots By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-walker References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/the-kids-walker-16-metre-bi-pedal-exoskeleton-for-children/16521/) & [sakakibara-kikai.co.jp](http://www.sakakibara-kikai.co.jp/products/other/k-robo.htm) Children finally have an exoskeleton to call their own thanks to Sakakibara-Kikai and their new Kid's Walker. The Kid's Walker is a 1.6m tall exoskeleton designed specifically for use by children. The Kid's Walker has [special controls designed for children](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-physio-group) and has a stop speed of a slow shuffle. The suit itself isn't available for purchase, but Sakakibara-Kikai estimates that if it were, it would cost around 21,000 dollars. If only I were 10 years younger and 21,000 dollars richer... ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Children's Exoskeletons:** The development of exoskeletons specifically designed for children creates opportunities for improving mobility and independence for young individuals with physical disabilities. - **Kid-friendly Technology:** The emergence of kid-friendly exoskeletons highlights the potential for technological advancements that prioritize the needs and capabilities of children, opening doors for more innovative and engaging products. - **Accessible Assistive Devices:** The introduction of the Kid's Walker underscores the growing demand for accessible assistive devices, presenting a market opportunity for companies to develop more inclusive and affordable options for individuals with mobility impairments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can harness the potential of children's exoskeletons to enhance physical rehabilitation efforts and improve the quality of life for young patients with mobility challenges. - **Technology:** The technology sector can explore the development of kid-friendly exoskeletons as part of the broader trend of creating more inclusive and accessible technology solutions for children. - **Assistive Technology:** The assistive technology industry can leverage the demand for accessible assistive devices by designing and producing cost-effective exoskeletons tailored to the needs of children, enabling greater integration and participation in daily activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Installing Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfinstalling-exoskeleton.md) - [Superhuman Exoskeleton Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skeletonics.md) - [Physical Augmentation Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dnsys-x1-exoskeleton.md) - [Assistive Upper-Body Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upperbody-exoskeleton.md) - [Senior-Supporting Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seniorsupporting-robotic-exoskeletons.md) - [Load-Relieving Armored Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armored-exoskeleton.md) - [Recovery-Assisting Rehab Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wandercraft.md) - [Advanced Knee Joint Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knee-joint-exoskeleton.md) - [Portable Trail-Ready Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypershell-omega.md)