EXO1

Problem

Nearly half of all physically intensive workers report chronic knee pain—and those in truly demanding roles see that number climb even higher⁺. Repetitive lifting, squatting, and prolonged standing take a direct toll on joint health, leading not only to discomfort and lost productivity but also to expensive injury claims (the average payout for a moderate-to-severe knee injury in 2024 was over AED 197,000 per claim). Despite a 50 percent surge in package volume and material handling demands, fewer than 5 percent of companies deploy any form of wearable assistive technology. Existing mobility aids are either too bulky, too costly, or focused on post-injury rehabilitation—leaving a critical gap for an on-the-job solution.

Our Goal

At Auxilium Robotics, our mission is simple yet ambitious: make chronic knee pain extinct among workers. We believe no one should sacrifice long-term health for the sake of productivity. By delivering a wearable, AI-powered device that actively supports and learns from the user’s movement, we aim to transform strenuous jobs into safer, more sustainable careers.

Introducing EXO1

EXO1 is our first-generation, lower-body exoskeleton built as a proof of concept specifically for Industry 4.0 workers. It provides motorized assistance at the knee joint, intelligently adapting to each step and posture to reduce muscle fatigue and joint load. Key pillars of our approach:

Customizable Support Levels
Users can dial assistance up or down to match the intensity of their tasks, whether lifting heavy crates or performing repetitive squats in an assembly line.

Lightweight & Ergonomic
At just 1.5 kg, EXO1 integrates seamlessly into a worker’s daily routine without impeding natural motion, thanks to a blend of steel reinforcements and impact-resistant PLA components.

AI-Driven Gait Adaptation
An embedded TensorFlow model continually learns from IMU sensor data to predict and preemptively assist each movement phase, ensuring smooth, responsive support.

Technical Specifications

Stall Torque: 11 Nm at the knee joint (GIM6010-8 BLDC actuator)

Materials: High-grade steel structural frame with honeycomb-infill PLA panels

Sensors & Control: 9-axis IMU + thermistor → Teensy 4.1 + ESP32 (wireless diagnostics)

Battery: 22.2 V Li-Ion pack

Weight: 1.5 kg total system

Price Point: AED 1,500 (unit cost)

AuxiLink Companion App

EXO1 pairs with AuxiLink, our cross-platform mobile application, over Bluetooth LE to deliver:

Real-Time Monitoring of gait metrics, joint angles, and battery status

Live Alerts for overload, overheating, or connectivity loss

Adjustable Profiles so supervisors can fine-tune assistance settings per user or task

Usage Analytics—daily steps, active assistance time, and performance trends

Get Involved

EXO1 is currently 45 % complete and moving rapidly toward an open-source release. As we build the community and refine our design, we invite safety managers, operations leaders, and HR professionals in physically intensive industries to join us on this journey:

Early Access & Feedback
Participate in our alpha program to test pre-release hardware and software, share real-world insights, and help us prioritize features.

Open-Source Collaboration
Contribute directly to our GitHub repository—whether that’s firmware tweaks, mechanical improvements, or app enhancements—and shape a truly transparent, community-driven exoskeleton.

Pilot Partnerships
Host on-site trials at your facilities with guidance from our engineering team. Your data and feedback will be instrumental in refining EXO1 for diverse work environments.

Community & Support Network
Join our Slack and forum channels to connect with other pilot partners, share best practices, and collaborate on custom integrations.

Ready to get started? Contact us today to learn how you can access prototype units, contribute code or designs, and help bring EXO1’s open-source proof-of-concept to life—safely, collaboratively, and sustainably.