Imagine if you could run faster or hike for longer, without needing to train harder? The X1 exoskeleton claims it can do just that, using AI to predict your leg movements ahead of time to give you assistance when you need it.
The X1 is designed by a Chinese company called DNSYS, which previously made exoskeletons for medical research. This is a consumer version that’s currently available on Kickstarter, starting at $600. I was able to try a prerelease version to put it to the test. It’s light, weighing 3.5 pounds (1.6 kilograms) and folds up neatly so you can carry it in a backpack. There’s also a workout mode, so you could use it for resistance training or as a rehabilitation tool.
