[quote]Rex users self-transfer from their wheelchair into Rex, strap themselves in and control their movements using a joystick and control pad. REX is powered by a lightweight, long life rechargeable battery. Rex is the brainchild of two childhood friends, Richard Little and Robert Irving – co-founders of Rex Bionics. “Both of our mothers are in wheelchairs so we are aware of some of the obstacles and access issues faced by many wheelchair users,” says Richard.[/quote]
Che dire, speriamo presto di non vedere più nessuno su una sedia a rotelle, magari grazie a progetti come questo.
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Rex, l’esoscheletro per camminare
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