HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit
Built by Cyberdyne · Japan
The HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit is a Exoskeleton developed by Cyberdyne (Japan), launched 2022.
RoboScore
Strong evidence
No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.
5 of 9 signals present
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Weighted factors
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Ranked #11 of 69 in the Exoskeleton standing.
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Overview
The HAL® Lumbar Type Work Support Exoskeleton is designed to assist workers with back support during lifting and bending activities in industrial settings. It utilizes advanced sensors to detect bioelectric signals from the user's skin, enabling the device to support natural movement patterns. This model is tailored for use in warehouses, factories, and other industrial environments, helping to reduce strain and fatigue during repetitive tasks. The exoskeleton is suitable for workers in physically demanding jobs.
Flagship features
- Features a lightweight carbon fiber body with minimal contact area for extended wear comfort
- Includes CAC mode for electrode-free operation
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use with waterproof and dustproof capabilities
- Deployed in various sectors including logistics, construction, and disaster recovery
Buyer decision signals
Viability
新型医療用HAL下肢タイプの国内レンタル販売開始
Specifications
Category: Exoskeleton- Battery
- 4.5 h
- Launch year
- 2022
- Price
- Contact for quote
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 2004
Detailed specifications
What it is built for3
- Applications
- industrial lifting,warehouse logistics
- Sub Category
- industrial lift assist
- Industries Served
- logistics,automotive,construction
Other details3
- Assist Mode
- active
- Body Coverage
- back only
- Joints Actuated
- trunk
Who runs it· deployment evidence
No deployment evidence on file
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Company milestones
- May 2026Launch新型医療用HAL下肢タイプの国内レンタル販売開始
- Feb 2026LaunchLB06 model sales begin
- Jan 2026MilestoneCybernicx Future 2026 announced for Istanbul
- Nov 2024MilestoneMTX Neuro HAL Plus expanded to wider areas
- Jan 2024MilestoneFirst Cybernics & Neurobionics Summit in Hannover
- Oct 2020MilestoneFDA submission describing HAL-ML05/ML07
- Oct 2020MilestoneFDA review summary cites 207 patients in PMS
- Oct 2020MilestoneFDA submission describes HAL-ML05 exoskeleton
Compare with peers
- Compare HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit with X-ble Shoulder64.5
- Compare HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit with ExoAtlet II64.2
- Compare HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit with LiftSuit62.1
- Compare HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit with HAL® Medical Lower Limb Type JP62.1
- Compare HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit with HAL® Independence Support Single Joint Type62.1
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- HAL FOR MEDICAL USE LOWER LIMB…surgical-medical
Cyberdyne in the news
the maker2 events · last 12 months
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Cyberdyne in the news
the maker2 events · last 12 months
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit?
- The HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit is developed by Cyberdyne, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit?
- The HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit is a Exoskeleton made by Cyberdyne.
- How much does the HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit cost?
- Pricing for the HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit is not publicly listed — contact Cyberdyne for a quote.
- When was the HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit launched?
- The HAL® Waist-Type Assistance Suit was launched in 2022.
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