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SENSORS...

Exoskeletons provide freedom

to stand, move and interact

RLS magnetic encoders enable Marsi Bionics to build ‘life-changing’ exoskeletons
arsi Bionics SL is a leading treatment of mobility issues caused by these
technology start-up based in Madrid, conditions. Recent advances in robotics have
Spain. It designs and builds custom allowed treatment with powered (active) robot
Mexoskeletons for medical applications exoskeletons that support the patient's body and
with the aim of potentially replacing the wheelchair enable greatly improved outcomes.
in everyday life for some patients. The exoskeletons, created by Marsi Bionics, give
Millions of people suffer from debilitating physically disabled people the freedom to stand,
neurophysical conditions such as paraplegia, move and interact with their environment.
cerebral palsy and spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Data collected from the encoders is fundamental
Neurological rehabilitation with passive aids such for generating the position references. RLS and
as canes, crutches and walkers is vital in the Renishaw provided Marsi Bionies with the best

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