Powered Assist to Improve Ambulation in Severe Lung Disease

"A powered exoskeleton describes a wearable robot designed around the shape and function of the human body with segments and joints externally coupled to those of the user. The exoskeleton includes a rigid outer frame, sensors that detect a user's desired movements, a computerized controller, motors and actuators, and lightweight batteries.~The exoskeleton is designed to be worn in the community."