Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology 's Biomechatronics Lab are developing suits that work in harmony with the human body and mind . The team envisages a suit akin to high - performance clothing , while neuro - embodied technology would allow wearers to mentally control the exoskeletons . As well as assisting people in labour - intensive jobs , the suits could also improve other abilities such as the ability to play an instrument . The data helps them design a system to help people run or walk faster or more efficiently. However , critics warned about the ethical implications of artificially enabling people to work longer .
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology 's Biomechatronics Lab are developing suits that work in harmony with the human body and mind . The team envisages a suit akin to high - performance clothing , while neuro - embodied technology would allow wearers to mentally control the exoskeletons . As well as assisting people in labour - intensive jobs , the suits could also improve other abilities such as the ability to play an instrument . However , critics warned about the ethical implications of artificially enabling people to work longer .