Developers of the Lex are working on a folding, wearable exoskeleton to help reduce fatigue in the legs, so individuals can take a seat no matter where they are. This exoskeleton turns into an ergonomic chair within a few seconds, according to New Atlas.
Essentially, it’s like a seat you carry with you and wear on your body. Lex was designed with all day, everyday use in mind. The device adheres to the user with a waist strap and two leg straps made from aircraft-grade aluminum, which weighs approximately 2.2 lb. When the person is not using the the exoskeleton, it folds neatly into the user’s body so they are free to move around.
Additionally, it features a load-transfer module for backpack wearers, which consists of a panel that extends upwards and transfers up to 50 percent of the weight from the shoulders to the body’s core.
When the user wants to rest their legs, Lex’s two legs can be let down by pulling on the release levers. Although the exoskeleton is lightweight, it can support up to 264 lb. It was also designed to promote good posture by keeping the spine in a natural position, by propping people up with their thighs at an exact 120-degree angle to the body.
Although users may not want to carry this exoskeleton around everywhere with them, it can easily be removed with three straps. Ultimately, Lex is intended to help people who need a rest or break throughout the day at even the most inopportune times.
