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