Wandercraft's Personal Exoskeleton is about helping people stand tall, connect with others and live life on their own terms. For Caroline Laubach, being a Wandercraft test pilot is about more than just trying out new technology. It's about reclaiming a sense of freedom and connection that many wheelchair users miss. Laubach, a spinal stroke survivor and full-time wheelchair user, has played a key role in demonstrating the personal AI-powered prototype exoskeleton's development, and her experience highlights just how life-changing this device can be. "When I'm in the exoskeleton, I feel more free than I do in my daily life," said Laubach.

A French Paralympian has been able to walk again – all thanks to a technology. Tennis player Kevin Piette, 36, who lost the use of his legs in an accident aged 11, has made history by carrying the Olympic torch wearing a robotic exoskeleton. Heartwarming footage shows him smiling as he passes waving crowds in Poissy, northwest Paris, as the traditional torch relay nears the end of its route. X user @Brink_Thinker posted the clip, which has been described as'inspirational' by fellow social media users. Replying to the post, someone said: 'I have never seen a happier face!!!' Kevin Piette, paraplegic since an accident, made history today by carrying the Olympic flame with his exoskeleton! 'Exoskeleton' is used to describe a mechanical shell that covers the user and them provides robotic support.

Paris-based Wandercraft has announced that it's latest "Atalante" exoskeleton has been updated to give paraplegic and other patients a more natural gait during rehabilitation exercises. It also received a Medical Device Regulation (MDR) certificate in Europe, allowing patients and medical staff to use the device more widely. Finally, it's taken a step closer to personal exoskeletons with additional funding. The last time I saw Wandercraft's first-generation exoskeleton was over four years ago, which is ages in the field of robotics. However, I recently got a chance to see the latest model in use with paraplegic patients, and chat with them and the team behind Atalante.