Construction workers could soon have a taste of a superhero's strength, thanks to a robotic vest that is designed to prevent injuries on building sites. The futuristic device is a miniature version of an exoskeleton, like the one worn by Iron Man in the Marvel comic's movie franchise. The power suit will allow workers to spend long days lifting materials and holding tools at awkward angles without the associated physical stresses. It could revolutionise the trade according to its creators and prevent ageing bricklayers and others from keeling over on the job. A full body version could also become available for the full Tony Stark experience. Construction workers could soon have a taste of a superhero's strength, thanks to a robotic vest that is designed to prevent injuries on building sites.

Yves Béhar is a name that we have dropped before. We mentioned him as the talent behind the Jawbone UP2. Since then the Swiss designer, entrepreneur and founder of Fuseproject has been busy. His latest work is a collaboration with Superflex, a company that is all about defining the future of movement through Powered Clothing. Coming together in an innovative way, the twosome have designed a power suit that helps elderly people stand and walk more easily.