Rex user - Hayden Allen 2

Rex, the Robotic Exoskeleton enables wheelchair user Hayden Allen to stand and walk - working on a lathe, car engine, cooktop and BBQ. (Video Production - 90 Seconds TV www.90seconds.tv ) Disclosure: Rex has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for commercial distribution in the U.S..

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Science & Technology

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• Rex
• Robotic
• Exoskeleton
• Robot
• Legs
• Workbench
• Kitchen
• Car
• Barbeque
• BBQ
• albany

[rehnai]

That is a fantastic exoskeleton. I would like to know how much a commercial model would cost? I would really like to distribute it in Turkey if it's affordable for the masses.

[rexbionics]

@rehnai Hi there, Rex is currently only available to customers based in New Zealand where they will be close to our Rex Centre and service team. We expect to launch Rex in more locations from the end of 2011 where the price will be US$150,000. Regards, Thomas at Rex Bionics

[gravexx]

good luck making it even better

[rexbionics]

@gravexx Thanks! After 7 years developing Rex in secret, we're really pleased to begin talking to people about what Rex can enable people to do, and we're excited by the opportunities ahead. Thomas at Rex Bionics.

[Lexman00]

I have noticed that medical science and any other science that helps humans in any positive way is slow. I mean, compared to medical science, electronic technology such as tv's, game consoles, and any other entertainment technology advances really fast. For example, first LCD tvs, then LED, and now 3D? Let's invest money and concentrate on stuff that ACTUALLY matters such as: Green tech, Medical tech, space tech, etc.....

[kashyaphhml]

this is really inspirational.....though there strings attached like very high cost, very slow movements, very less battery life... still its a commendable effort by these people....waiting for a day when all spinal cord injury patients could not only walk but can run with out any kind of external support ......if faith can move mountains then why cant paralyzed muscles....

[TheOriginalEntz]

@Lexman00 It's funny you mention tv and game consoles... cause those arefar behind and purposely slowed down by the industry. it only advances when it absolutely has to. The field of exoskeletons for patiens is very recent. There are now many ventures around, many more to come :) . the new thing is alos feeling with your exoskeleton as if with your skin (great for paralyzed people)

[PeopleSquasher]

@artistcolor

Prove it.

[artistcolor]

@PeopleSquasher No, you are wrong, no matter who and what you are. It is neither pathetic, a downgrade, lame or any of the other things you have stated. No matter if you are a guy who beats up cripples for amusement, or an intelligent capable parapalegic, you are wrong.

[PeopleSquasher]

@artistcolor

Which brings us back to my original comment. Until it's improved and affordable, it's not that great, because it's still a premium piece of equipment sold for a premium price. I have a very good point, so it really doesn't matter who I am, because a valid point is a valid point. Would I suddenly be wrong if I were a guy who beats up cripples for his amusement? No, I wouldn't, no matter how much you hated it.

[artistcolor]

@PeopleSquasher Who are you? Irrelevant bullshit? It is in the beginning stages, there are only a few being used... this is like when cars, or computers, or you name it that is technology, began. "Why should I give a damn that a few millionaires can ride around on their loud expensive horseless carriages? "... Everything starts this way, with the price when they are custom made few trying to make up for the years of research and development being super high. Funny how we all have cars now.

[PeopleSquasher]

@artistcolor

Indeed, why would I listen to such irrelevant bullshit? This product is not affordable for normal people. Only millionaires can get their hands on one. So I would kind of think you're making fun of disabled people, since it's out of their reach, in which case I think you're a cool guy because cripples ought to be made fun of. Besides, millionaires would much rather want a truly advanced exoskeleton like I described above.

[artistcolor]

@PeopleSquasher Did you listen to any of the benefits he speaks of? Increased mobility in his joints, increased circulation and thus faster healing of bruises and sores, better bladder function and control, ability to be independent at work, and improved employability, the ability to do different jobs at work... Why would you listen to everything an actual user is saying about how it improves his life and then say it's a pathetic downgrade? Just getting a man that size standing helps health.

[rehnai]

@rexbionics Thank you for the fast reply Thomas. Many disabled people here can't afford wheelchairs and with a price of $150.000 we will be able to provide thousands of people a means to be mobile again, so I don't think it will be a wise choice for now, but in the future I'm sure it will be affordable for everyone (This is a fairly new product and you are surely researching for a more cost effective developpement precesses). I will be looking forward to hear more about your accomplishments.