Powered architecture developed to generate controlled support.
Active lower-back support
V-UP: an active back-support exoskeleton.
Wearable robotics in development for tasks that involve lifting and repeated bending. The V-UP engineering prototype is designed to transfer assistance through hip and upper-thigh connections.
Engineering prototype · Validation continues
How it works
How does V-UP work?
The body-worn harness, isolated waist-mounted motors and thigh attachments work together. Articulated links are designed to accommodate trunk and leg movement. Each side moves independently, and the mechanism stops above the knee.
Fit
Height, harness and thigh contacts are adjusted to the user.
Move
The articulated geometry follows bending, rising, walking and lateral leg movement.
Assist
Controlled assistance is developed around the lower-back load path.
Prototype evidence
Movement tests with the real prototype
The recording shows a user bending, rising and walking while wearing the V-UP prototype. These tests inform product development; workplace performance will require task-specific evaluation.
Real prototype test: bending, rising and walking.
Product status
Development and technical validation
- Development stage
- Engineering prototype and validation
- Supported program
- TÜBİTAK TEYDEB 1501 — V-UP(S)
- R&D collaboration
- Adatech and Karadeniz Technical University
- Intellectual property
- PCT application process; not presented as a granted patent
- Under validation
- Support capacity, weight, battery duration, operating time, certification and final commercial configuration
Use cases
Assess V-UP for your work tasks.
We start with the task, load, repetition and working environment. Together, we then define the user group, trial conditions and outcomes to measure.
Logistics
Warehousing, order preparation and repeated load handling.
Manufacturing
Material movement, line-side lifting and assembly.
Maintenance
Machine, vehicle and field-service work with demanding postures.
Pilot programs
Task analysis, fitting, controlled trial and measured review.
V-UP: technical and practical questions
What is V-UP being developed for?
V-UP is being developed to provide active lower-back assistance in industrial tasks involving lifting and repeated bending. Suitability depends on the task, user and working environment.
What is V-UP's current development stage?
V-UP is a working engineering prototype. Controlled movement tests and technical validation are ongoing. The prototype footage does not represent a complete set of final commercial product specifications.
How much assistance does it provide, and how long does the battery last?
Validated commercial values for assistance, weight and battery duration have not yet been published. Share your intended task to discuss the technical evaluation process.
Can the wearer walk and bend?
The current mechanism is designed to accommodate bending, rising, walking and lateral leg movement. Left and right linkages move independently. Range of motion and user fit still need to be assessed during a trial.
What should I share when requesting a demo or pilot?
Start with the task, load weight and dimensions, repetition, workspace, workwear and protective equipment. Trial scope and evaluation criteria are agreed before a demonstration or pilot.