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IEEE Spectrum: soft exoskeleton uses artificial muscles without motors to assist walking

Researchers in China have developed a soft exoskeleton to assist walking that uses artificial muscles instead of motors. IEEE Spectrum announced the development in an X post on July 20, 2026. The post included a link to an article on the IEEE Spectrum website detailing the technology. No further details about the exoskeleton's design, testing, or availability were provided in the post.
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