THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: People who have been paralyzed due to a stroke or accident can now walk if they 'think' about it. The arms and legs can be moved with the help of the spine. The technology that enables movement according to the patient's thoughts was developed with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). The exoskeletons currently on the market work with the help of a motor. Mobility can be gradually restored through continuous training.

The exoskeleton, named 'Exobonic', was developed by a group of youngsters through the startup Innodots Innovations. It also won third place in the AI for Social Impact category at the IIC Asia-Pacific Innovation Challenge held in Malaysia.

It is worn like a jacket. The exoskeleton will provide the energy to move the limbs and the core. The device wa

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