“A new ABI Research market study, “Exoskeletons, Powered Prostheses and Optical Sensory Devices: The Global Market for Human Enhancement/Augmentation Systems,” projects that markets for human augmentation systems will grow at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 41% between 2010 and 2020, driving associated annual revenues from just $29 million to more than $877 million. According to the study, powered exoskeletons — robotic frameworks designed to enhance the strength of the wearer — will see a CAGR of 68% over the forecast period of 2010-2020″
