Nissan puts exoskeletons to the test

The external exoskeleton devices help reduce stresses placed on the muscles of line workers

Nissan has been testing new ergonomic-assistance devices to be worn by assembly workers performing overhead tasks

At its production trial facility in Spain, Nissan has been testing a number of exoskeleton devices designed to offer better support to the legs, shoulders and backs of assembly workers.

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