This high-tech exoskeleton lets you hike longer and run faster (uses AI to adapt to your movements)

mashable.com ^ | Staff

[RoosterRedux]

Every weekend warrior knows the drill — you sit in front of a computer all week, and when the weekend hits, you bike, hike, and run yourself ragged. Your body feels destroyed on Monday. Repeat.

If this sounds like you — or even if you’re a casual exerciser who wants to walk and bike longer distances without getting tired — the future has arrived. The world’s first-ever outdoor exoskeleton, Hypershell X, can help max out your physical abilities with minimal effort.

Hypershell X is causing a buzz among both outdoorsy types and robotics enthusiasts, and it won the Best of Innovation in Robotics award at CES 2025.

The cyborg-looking device fits like a second skin over your legs and provides up to 800 watts of power, helping you raise your legs and increasing strength up to 40 percent. Whether you’re walking, running, cycling, climbing stairs, or mountaineering, the device’s motor utilizes AI to adapt to your movements in real time, intuitively.

Basically, you feel like yourself, only stronger.

The Hypershell X may look like a sci-fi fantasy device, but you’ll barely feel it while you’re wearing it. Just buckle on the "fanny pack", which also houses the removable and rechargeable battery, and the ergonomic hip levers fit down your legs and are secured by soft straps above your knees. Power the device up via the exoskeleton’s one-touch button, and the M-One motor kicks in, reducing your leg’s physical exertion by up to 30 percent.

[wintertime]

Wow! I want one.

[Sirius Lee]

Cool! Additional forces working on you joints and ligaments. Lawsuits in 3…2…

[Jonty30]

The idea is cool, but I’m not sure I’d want one when the battery gave out. Then it becomes just weight.

They’d have to allow me to switch out the batter a few times on every trip in order for it to be useable.

[AndyTheBear]

“Hype”rshell uses “AI”?

[dfwgator]

In the year 5555
Your arms are hanging limp at your sides
Your legs got nothing to do
Some machine’s doing that for you

[antidemoncrat]

So what happens if your AI controlled exoskeleton decides you aren’t worthy of its help any longer ... goodbye

[RoosterRedux]

$1,199 at Amazon.

Some info on it:

• ADVANCED AI MOTION ENGINE: Experience intelligent movement support with the full AI Motion Engine, recognizing and adapting to 10 distinct postures. Get precisely timed, powerful assistance optimized for a wide range of physical tasks and activities.

• ENHANCED POWER & ENDURANCE: Command up to 800W of maximum assistive power to significantly ease the effort during demanding movements. Benefit from an extended assistance range of up to 11 miles (17.5km) on a single battery charge.

• DURABLE ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION: Built with a robust yet lightweight aluminum alloy frame (2kg/4.4 lbs) for reliable performance. Features adjustable straps and breathable nylon fabric for a secure, comfortable fit during prolonged wear.

• RELIABLE PERFORMANCE, VARIOUS CONDITIONS: Designed with an IP54 rating for resistance against dust and splashes, ensuring dependable operation whether you're navigating urban environments or engaging in varied activities.

• VERSATILE SMART CONTROL: Effortlessly switch between Transparent, ECO, and high-output Hyper modes using the intuitive on-device button or customize via the Hypershell+ App (iOS/Android). Monitor performance and manage updates easily via Bluetooth.

[Diana in Wisconsin]

I can see this having application in everyday life for most of us. ;)

[GreatRoad]

I wonder if it could help the elderly walk up stairs or be used to rehab leg muscle.

[RoosterRedux]

There’s no mention of what to do about the blisters on your feet from the extra mileage.

[bankwalker]

just get a solar panel hat with a windmill on it ...

[woodbutcher1963]

That is the first thing I thought of too!

[RoosterRedux]

I think they’re only 4 or 5 lbs.

[Diana in Wisconsin]

Now that I see the device, it appears to be yet another way that ‘men’ who want to be ‘women’ can cheat and compete against real women in sports. ;)

[RoosterRedux]

I read a few articles yesterday in which the subject of helping the elderly and anyone with leg problems was discussed. I think this concept will have huge military and factory applications

[RoosterRedux]

Tim Walz can get one to demonstrate his manliness.

[Jane Long]

It’s like a lower back and leg braces....what happens if it decides to go into high gear ... and, it won’t shut off? 😂 😱

[No.6]

Light aluminum alloy. Would probably last about 10-20 minutes in my usage.

Maybe someone will do a hand version and then firearms writers will stop using the tired phrase “for women or people with hand issues” :D

[RoosterRedux]

You run a marathon when all you wanted to do was walk to the mailbox.;-)