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At the CES 2025 Global Media Meetup held from December 9 to 13 in Seoul, South Korean start-up Hurotics captivated attendees with its groundbreaking advancements in wearable robotics. Specializing in customizable exosuits designed to improve rehabilitation, daily mobility, and athletic performance, Hurotics has quickly positioned itself as a leader in the field of wearable tech.
Founded in 2022, Hurotics creates lightweight, user-friendly robotic suits that are far more accessible than traditional exoskeletons, which are often bulky and expensive. Their products are designed to cater to a broad range of needs, from medical rehabilitation to sports performance enhancement, making them a versatile addition to the growing wearable tech market.
Among the company’s most notable products is the H-Flex soft robotic suit, which won the Innovation Award in the Robotics category earlier this year. The H-Flex stands out for its flexibility and lightweight structure, with each module weighing just 0.6 kg, making it an ideal solution for enhancing everyday movement, mobility assistance, and rehabilitation efforts.
In addition to the H-Flex, Hurotics offers the H-Medi rehabilitation robot, a highly efficient device weighing only 15 kg. The H-Medi is designed to support users recovering from injuries or medical conditions, providing essential mobility assistance during rehabilitation. Both products are based on biomimetic designs, mimicking natural tendon structures to maximize comfort and reduce side effects, according to Interesting Engineering.
Currently undergoing testing in medical facilities across South Korea, the H-Medi has shown promising results in improving walking posture and exercise duration for patients with sarcopenia. The company is also targeting early-stage Parkinson’s disease patients, with plans to finalize medical certifications by May 2024, preparing for a commercial launch.
Hurotics is also making waves in the sports tech industry. The H-Fit training robot has shown impressive results in boosting athletic performance. For example, it has helped users reduce their 200-meter sprint time by three seconds and increase their golf swing distance by 7%. These performance gains are attributed to the robot’s ability to promote better posture and optimized movements during training.
With continued advancements and an expanding global presence, Hurotics is on track to reshape the future of wearable robotics, offering solutions that promise to transform both rehabilitation and sports performance.
