Recent Trends and Advances in Wearable Exoskeletons, Sensing Technologies and Occupational Ergonomics
A special issue of Sensors (ISSN 1424-8220). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomedical Sensors".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 31
Special Issue Editors
Interests: physical ergonomics; wearable exoskeleton system; biomechanics
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Interests: physical ergonomics; biomechanics; exoskeletons; wearable sensors
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to propose a Special Issue of Sensors titled "Recent Trends and Advances in Wearable Exoskeletons, Sensing Technologies and Occupational Ergonomics". Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) have emerged as an important issue on industrial sites and in physical ergonomics research due to growing interest in occupational health and the creation of safer working environments, as well as shifting perceptions of labor across various industries. Addressing these concerns requires an in-depth understanding of the interaction between physical and cognitive ergonomics, sensor-driven data analysis, and the fields of occupational safety and health. To enhance the safety and usability of industrial environments for a wide range of workers and product users, it is essential to conduct comprehensive research on these interdisciplinary interactions, leveraging sensing capabilities to capture critical human–machine and environmental data.
In recent years, the development and usability evaluation of wearable exoskeletons integrated with sensors to monitor movement, force, and physiological signals—aimed at preventing musculoskeletal disorders among industrial workers and rehabilitation professionals—have gained significant global traction. This research topic, enhanced by sensing innovations, has emerged as one of the most important areas within the field of physical ergonomics. Accordingly, this Special Issue will focus primarily on research into wearable exoskeletons for the upper limbs, lower back, and lower limbs, alongside advancements in sensing technologies that enable their optimization. However, its scope is not limited to exoskeleton-related studies alone; we also welcome submissions from broader domains, including occupational ergonomics, safety, and health, particularly those incorporating sensing-based approaches, with the goal of fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and the sharing of diverse research outcomes.
Prof. Dr. Yong-Ku Kong
Dr. Jaehyun Park
Dr. Jeong-ho Kim
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- wearable exoskeleton
- industrial wearable robot
- work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs)
- physical ergonomics
- occupational ergonomics
- human–machine interaction
- aging study
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