Erik Lamers

  • Vanderbilt University

    Vanderbilt wearable exosuit that lessens back muscle fatigue could redesign the future of work

    Vanderbilt University engineers have determined that their back-assist exosuit, a clothing-like device that supports human movement and posture, can reduce fatigue by an average of 29–47 percent in lower back muscles. The exosuit’s functionality presents a promising new development for individuals who work in physically demanding fields and are… Read More

    Sep. 30, 2020

  • Vanderbilt University

    Engineering professor builds his own super suit to reduce back stress

    Vanderbilt University engineers have determined that their back-assist exosuit, a clothing-like device that supports human movement and posture, can reduce fatigue by an average of 29–47 percent in lower back muscles. The exosuit’s functionality presents a promising new development for individuals who work in physically demanding fields and are… Read More

    Aug. 1, 2017