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Hyundai Motor makes 1st delivery of X-ble Shoulder wearable robot to Korean Air

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Researchers work on tuning a robotic exoskeleton in this photo unveiled by Hyundai Motor Group on Friday. The wearable exoskeleton has been developed by Hyundai Motor and its major affiliates including Kia Motors and Hyundai Rotem, according to officials. The group has been developing it in secrecy but decided to reveal it to the public. / Yonhap


Researchers work on tuning a robotic exoskeleton in this photo unveiled by Hyundai Motor Group on Friday. The wearable exoskeleton has been developed by Hyundai Motor and its major affiliates including Kia Motors and Hyundai Rotem, according to officials. The group has been developing it in secrecy but decided to reveal it to the public.
/ Yonhap

Hyundai Motor said Wednesday it has delivered its X-ble Shoulder wearable robot units to Korean Airlines, marking the first delivery of the strength-enhancing equipment for workers since its introduction late last year.

The companies held a ceremony marking the delivery of the units at the airline's aircraft maintenance center Tuesday in Incheon, west of Seoul.

Developed by the Robotics Lab of Hyundai Motor and affiliate Kia, the X-ble Shoulder helps reduce physical strain in the shoulder area for workers during repetitive tasks, lowering the risks of injury while improving work efficiency.

The equipment will be used by Korean Air workers in maintenance operations of various aircraft, including unmanned aerial vehicles and space launch vehicles.

Hyundai and Kia will start delivering the robots to other affiliates of Hyundai Motor Group and local manufacturing companies that have signed procurement contracts. Global sales of X-ble Shoulder are set to start in 2026.