Meet the shieldX: a wearable exoskeleton for healthcare personnel that need to wear heavy anti-radiation aprons. It removes the weight to reduce stress from the user’s shoulders and spine. Here is how it works.
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shieldX eliminates spinal loading by transferring the entire apron weight from the shoulders to the buttocks and hips.shieldX incorporates adjustable height, fitting up to 6’3″ tall users. It has a flexible hip frame that conforms to 28″-60″ waist. Additionally, shieldX has removable textile for hygiene. With no training needed, shieldX can be put on and taken off in less than 10 seconds.
A fan is available to cool the user’s back, neck, and upper arms.
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