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A Systematic Review of Industrial Exoskeletons for Injury Prevention: Efficacy Evaluation Metrics, Target Tasks, and Supported Body Postures.
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20 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Assessing Transparency of Robots, Exoskeletons, and Assistive Devices: A Systematic Review.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Pooled it
- Quality, productivity, and economic implications of exoskeletons for occupational use: A systematic review.PloS one · 2023Pooled it
- Industrial exoskeletons from bench to field: Human-machine interface and user experience in occupational settings and tasks.Frontiers in public health · 2022Pooled it
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- Assessment of a Passive Exoskeleton for Neck and Lower Back Support: A Task Study on Muscle Activity and User Perceived Exertion.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Task complexity in exoskeleton setup and takedown: Procedural steps and usability problems as predictors of deployment performance.PloS one · 2026Article
- Musculoskeletal Modeling of a Hinge-Type Back-Support Exoskeleton: A Simplified Approach for Practical Assessment.Annals of biomedical engineering · 2026Article
- Development of a training-oriented wearable knee joint exoskeleton for forming a scientific force application pattern in squat tasks.Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology · 2026Article
- Assessing Effectiveness of Passive Exoskeletons and Tool Selection on Ergonomic Safety in Manhole Cover Removal.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Methodology for the knowledge-based selection of occupational exoskeletons.Production engineering : research and development · 2025Article
- Evaluation of an assistive exosuit for alleviating neck and shoulder muscle fatigue during prolonged flexed neck posture.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2024Article
- The Design and Application of an Assistive Hip Joint Exoskeleton for Tower Climbing.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Quality of Life and Functional Status of Patients with Lumbar Radiculopathy.Iranian journal of public health · 2024Article
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- Human-in-the-Loop Optimization of Knee Exoskeleton Assistance for Minimizing User's Metabolic and Muscular Effort.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Biomechanical Effects of Using a Passive Exoskeleton for the Upper Limb in Industrial Manufacturing Activities: A Pilot Study.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Can back exosuits simultaneously increase lifting endurance and reduce musculoskeletal disorder risk?Wearable technologies · 2024Article
- Exoskeletons: Contribution to Occupational Health and Safety.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Review
- Human Exteroception during Object Handling with an Upper Limb Exoskeleton.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
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Abstract
Industrial workplaces expose workers to a high risk of injuries such as Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs). Exoskeletons are wearable robotic technologies that can be used to reduce the loads exerted on the body's joints and reduce the occurrence of WMSDs. However, current studies show that the deployment of industrial exoskeletons is still limited, and widespread adoption depends on different factors, including efficacy evaluation metrics, target tasks, and supported body postures. Given that exoskeletons are not yet adopted to their full potential, we propose a review based on these three evaluation dimensions that guides researchers and practitioners in properly evaluating and selecting exoskeletons and using them effectively in workplaces. Specifically, evaluating an exoskeleton needs to incorporate: (1) efficacy evaluation metrics based on both subjective (e.g., user perception) and objective (e.g., physiological measurements from sensors) measures, (2) target tasks (e.g., manual material handling and the use of tools), and (3) the body postures adopted (e.g., squatting and stooping). This framework is meant to guide the implementation and assessment of exoskeletons and provide recommendations addressing potential challenges in the adoption of industrial exoskeletons. The ultimate goal is to use the framework to enhance the acceptance and adoption of exoskeletons and to minimize future WMSDs in industrial workplaces.
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