In this episode, Bobby Marinov from Exoskeleton Report and Dr. Tom Sugar from the Wearable Robotics Association recap their November trip to Germany for WearRAcon Europe 2025, A+A Düsseldorf, ExoPark, and the ExoWorkAthlon. They discuss the scale of the world’s …
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Episode 27: Gregory Galarneau of The Exoskeleton Store on Trials, Champions and Exoskeleton Buy-In
In Episode 27 of the Exoskeletons and Wearable Robotics Podcast, Bobby Marinov and Professor Tom Sugar are joined by Greg Galarneau, founder of The Exoskeleton Store, for a grounded discussion on the real-world state of occupational exoskeletons in North America. …
Episode 26: Exoskeletons A Decade of Change – Dr Karl Zelik
This is our most popular episode yet! In Episode 26, we’re joined by Dr. Karl Zelik, a biomechanical engineer and Vanderbilt University professor whose work sits right at the intersection of research, real-world deployment, and industry translation. Karl is also …
Episode 25: Stanley’s Approach to Exoskeleton Implementation – Right Application or Dusty Cupboard
Thrilled to have our first guest who is an integrator of ocuppational and industrial exoskeletons, Andre Jutel, from Stanley Handling Ltd. Andre has worked for an exoskeleton producer before becoming a full time division head. He accurately understands the importance …
Episode 14: Sarah Ballini-Ross: Adopting Occupational Exoskeletons in Small, Medium and Large Businesses
In the past, occupational exoskeleton suppliers have focused on the big wins, attempting to woo companies like Toyota, Boeing, BMW, GM, and Ford, which had the resources to investigate how to best utilize ergonomic tools and aids. But what about …
Episode 13: Occupational Exoskeletons with Volker Bartenbach CEO Auxivo
In this episode, hosts Bobby and Tom welcome Volker Bartenbach, CEO and founder of Auxivo, which by 2025 has become one of the leading suppliers of occupational exoskeletons. Curiously, Volker’s has a doctorate degree based on powered medical wearable devices, …
Episode 11: Industrial Exoskeletons with Marisol Barrero
Our very own board member, Marisol Barrero, joins us for this very special conversation on her multi-year experience with applying ergonomic solutions, including wearables, to job sites. Marisol holds the Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) credential, is the Global Ergonomics Manager …
Masterclass: Are You Really Ready for Exoskeletons?
ErgoExpo returns in 2024 to the colorful city of Las Vegas. Like the 2023 edition, the conference will feature several talks on occupational and industrial exoskeletons. One of those will be a Masterclass titled “Are You Really Ready for Exoskeletons?” …
Episode 3: Applications of Industrial Exoskeletons
The joint video series between the Wearable Robotics Association and the Exoskeleton Report is starting to transform into a full podcast. In this episode, we explore the applications of industrial and occupational exoskeletons. What can they do for you? How …