Exoskeletons in Agriculture Discussion

Exoskeletons are no longer science fiction. Defined as a wearable device that helps people move, lift, and carry more, exoskeletons are now widely used to assist people with activities like walking, factory work, military operations, and agricultural tasks. Leading the discussion are *Ned Stoller, Michigan AgrAbility/NAP: Upper body exoskeletons for back, shoulder, and arm support *Roberto Franco, AgrAbility Virginia: Flexible robotics to increase mobility: glove and backpack designs *Karen Funkenbusch, Missouri AgrAbility: Lower-body exoskeletons to facilitate walking *Doug Boswell, Missouri famer and lower-body exoskeleton user