Karl Zelik
1y ago
🪖 U.S. Army article highlights a new #exoskeleton initiative and potential for increased involvement from the Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE) & Medical Capability Development and Integration Directorate (MED CDID) in exploring the impacts of this emerging wearable tech.
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Karl Zelik
1y ago
🎯 OVERVIEW
"The session was held at the Army Baylor University's Doctor of Physical Therapy lab in San Antonio further underscoring the transformative potential of exoskeleton technology in reducing musculoskeletal injuries & enhancing human performance within the military."
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Karl Zelik
1y ago
💪🏽 BACKGROUND
"For as long as science fiction has inspired humanity to push the envelope of technology, members of the Army have been visualizing of an exosuit capability to augment the Soldiers' abilities."
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Karl Zelik
1y ago
"For the last several years, initiatives like SABER have been showcased & showing improvement, & at the Medical Center of Excellence (MEDCoE) headquarters in Joint Base San Antonio, a groundbreaking strategy meeting marked a significant advancement in military healthcare tech"
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Karl Zelik
1y ago
🚀 ARMY INITIATIVE
"This initiative explores how exo technology can revolutionize military operations by enhancing strength & endurance & reducing Disease Non-Battle Injuries (DNBI). It seeks to bridge current gaps in injury prevention and performance enhancement."
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Karl Zelik
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🤝 COLLABORATION
"Our collaboration reflects a holistic approach to advancing military healthcare by merging cutting-edge technology, academic research, & clinical insights to shape future AHS & MHS requirements," said Douglas, dean, MEDCoE."
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Karl Zelik
1y ago
"Including in our sessions, Baylor University's DPT students, facilitated through the DEVCOM-MEDCoE partnership, adds a vital academic perspective to the research, crucial for assessing exoskeleton tech's effectiveness in boosting Soldier resilience and performance."
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Karl Zelik
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💡 INNOVATION
"MEDCoE Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Clint Murray stressed the essential importance of the DEVCOM-MEDCoE partnership, said: "Our meeting breaks through the conventional boundaries of tech exploration; ..."
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Karl Zelik
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"...it is a vital pledge toward shaping solutions that mitigate DNBI & augment the effectiveness of our forces.” Murray added, “It's imperative that innovations are designed to be lightweight, integrate w/ the essentials our Soldiers already wear, & do not introduce discomfort.”
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Karl Zelik
1y ago
👇🏽 LEARN MORE
Check out the full Army article here:
#exoskeletons #exosuits #biomechanics
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