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New Diving Suit Exoskeleton Cuts Oxygen Use by 40%

4/18/2026

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  • Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology (SIAT) researchers have developed a diving suit exoskeleton that reduces oxygen consumption by nearly 40%.
  • The exoskeleton adapts to the diver's rhythm and improves agility for seabed surveys and military missions.
  • An on-board algorithm mimics the diver's movements, providing significant assistance in challenging underwater environments.
  • The device aims to reduce the physical strain that can cause accidents.