Soft wearable robotics company Rebodis selected for Samsung Electronics C-Lab Outside
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Rebodis, a wearable robotics company led by CEO Sung-Sik Yun, announced that it has been selected for the 8th batch of Samsung Electronics’ external startup incubation program, C-Lab Outside.
Samsung Electronics’ C-Lab Outside is a program designed to discover and support startups with innovative technologies that will lead the future. Selected companies receive substantial benefits, including business development funding, mentorship from Samsung Electronics experts, and opportunities to participate in major domestic and international IT exhibitions.
Rebodis was founded based on world-class soft robotics technologies accumulated since 2008 at the Biorobotics Laboratory led by Professor Kyu-Jin Cho of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Seoul National University. The company develops soft wearable robots using soft materials and structures, effectively addressing the weight and discomfort commonly associated with conventional exoskeleton robots. As a result, Rebodis’ solutions offer a thin, lightweight, and comfortable wearing experience that feels as natural as clothing.
Rebodis’ core product is a muscle-assist robot designed in alignment with human gait mechanics. The company is currently developing a knee assist robot as its first commercial product, with commercialization targeted for next year. Its performance and real-world usability are being validated through collaborative testing with medical professionals and proof-of-concept (PoC) trials involving senior users. Rebodis plans to expand its solutions to support additional parts of the body in the future.
CEO Sung-Sik Yun commented, “Physical decline is something everyone eventually experiences,” adding, “We expect the innovative technologies that originated from the Seoul National University Biorobotics Lab to create even greater synergy through the diverse support provided by Samsung Electronics’ C-Lab.” He further stated, “We aim to change public perceptions of robots and evolve wearable robots into solutions that can be naturally integrated into everyday life.”
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