E-BAR is a set of robotic handlebars that follow a person from behind. A user can walk independently or lean on the robot’s arms for support.

Getting on in years means not being as light on one's feet as in the past, but also, for some, the risk of debilitating falls, which can be even more dangerous for those who live alone. With all that ...

Engineers have developed a mobile robot that can help elderly individuals sit, stand and avoid injury by catching them if ...

E-BAR is a robotic support system that follows users as they move, acting like handlebars for stability. It allows people to walk independently or lean for assistance, lifting them from sitting to ...

As America’s population grows older, the challenge of caring for seniors becomes increasingly urgent. By 2050, the number of ...

The Bex robot was outfitted with a passenger-carrying back and handlebars that support a rider up to 100 kg (220 lb), with the rider able to control the robot via the handlebars. Kawasaki claimed ...