- Robot legs for hiking in China can be rented for $8.50, about Rs 754
- These AI-powered robotic legs can aid climbing for several hours per charge
- The battery pack adds weight but feels lighter once the exoskeleton is powered
From the Great Wall to the majestic Himalayas, China is a traveller's paradise. The country has a rich history, vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes that attract millions of travellers to its land every year. Now, a fascinating video of a travel vlogger scaling mountain trails wearing robot legs is going viral on social media.
Shared on Instagram, the clip features a woman hiking the mountain wearing robotic legs. The text on the video read, "China living in 2050. [What do you mean] I can rent robot legs for just $8.50 to hike mountains?"
The exoskeletons shown in the video are light and easy to wear. They are powered by AI that senses movement and can assist the users with climbing for several hours on a single charge.
The vlogger shared some additional details about the robotic legs in the comment section. She explained that the exoskeletons are not necessarily disability-friendly. They actually require you to move your legs yourself. They assist motion, not replace it. While they are great for people who can walk, they can't help individuals with disabilities.
Talking about the weight of the robot legs, she added that the battery pack on the exoskeleton has some weight, but once it's powered on, the weight reduces significantly. She compared the weight to "carrying a backpack".
You can rent the robot legs for $8.50, approximately Rs 754.
Sharing her experience, the vlogger wrote, 'The exoskeleton lifted my leg up and I didn't feel as exhausted as I usually do."
The video sparked a wave of curiosity, with viewers flooding the comment section with their reactions. One user wrote, "Looks like a great support for people who aren't used to hiking!"
Another added, "This has a wider range of usage for people with issues..i hope it can be available for all."
An individual shared, "As someone who has had both knee ACLs torn, had 4 surgeries and still struggles, climbing that without support would be so so difficult. Seeing inventions like these actually made me tear up with hope."
"Sell it to another country, I want to have it as well for hiking in my country," read a comment.
