Brand Case Study · Exoskeleton Technology, SG
One hip exoskeleton. Three journeys, all already on this island.
SOMIN turned HT Science’s global US-H-1.0Pro spec sheet into a Singapore go-to-market briefing — the same AI-driven hip exoskeleton mapped onto three journeys the island already lives: an ageing population that wants to stay mobile, a genuine outdoor trail culture on real gradient, and a dense, stair-heavy daily commute — each backed by the product’s own measured performance data, not a generic pitch.
A SOMIN Singapore market briefing · US-H-1.0Pro hip exoskeleton · HT Science & Development Pte. Ltd.
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Real Singapore journeys, one exoskeleton
80%
Less lower-body pressure, up to
4h
Assistance on a single charge
The Singapore Opportunity
Three real mobility problems, already alive on one island.
SOMIN didn’t invent a market for ExoStride — it named three journeys already happening in Singapore: an ageing population that wants to stay mobile and independent, a genuine outdoor trail culture on real gradient, and a dense, walkable, stair-heavy commute city. One exoskeleton, mapped to all three, not a fourth invented for the pitch.
- ✓ Ageing, active longer — an ageing population that wants to stay mobile, independent and out of the house: post-op recovery, tired knees, and more active years to come. Mapped to Intelligent Rehabilitation.
- ✓ An outdoor city — a real trail culture on genuine gradient: Bukit Timah’s climbs, MacRitchie’s boardwalks, the Southern Ridges. Hikers who want to go further. Mapped to For Outdoor Sports.
- ✓ A walking commute — dense, walkable and stair-heavy days across MRT lines and overpasses; professionals who want to arrive without the fatigue. Mapped to Smoother Commutes.
- ✓ ExoStride speaks to all three — one exoskeleton, three journeys, all present on this island.
The Three Applications
One exoskeleton, three Singapore-built applications.
SOMIN kept the same hip-assistance mechanism across all three applications and reframed it for a different real journey each time — its own key benefits, its own named audience.
Application 1 of 3 · Intelligent Rehabilitation
Intelligent Rehabilitation
Reclaim mobility, confidence and independence. Real-time hip assistance helps you stand, walk and climb again, with up to 80% less lower-body pressure — 3–5× less load on every step — and an AI that reads your gait to deliver adaptive support exactly when it’s needed.
Perfect for: Middle-aged & elderly users, people in rehabilitation, individuals with limited mobility. Applications: Post-op recovery walks, regaining stair confidence, staying active for longer, independent daily living.
Application 2 of 3 · For Outdoor Sports
For Outdoor Sports
Go further and explore longer on rugged terrain. Up to 35% less energy on steep, demanding climbs and 2–3× walking range on a single charge, with terrain-intelligent mode switching and IP54 all-weather protection for real outdoor conditions.
Perfect for: Hikers, mountaineers and outdoor-sports enthusiasts. Applications: Steep, powered ascents, rugged uneven trails, all-day treks & range, energy left for the summit.
Application 3 of 3 · Smoother Commutes
Smoother Commutes
Arrive without the fatigue, every single day. 30–50% less physical exertion across the daily commute and up to 4 hours of assistance on a 2-hour charge, with posture detection that auto-starts and pauses as you move — 2.4 kg, foldable, goes wherever the day takes you.
Perfect for: Urban professionals, daily commuters and leisure travellers. Applications: Effortless level ground, stairs & overpasses, all-day power, fold, carry, go.
How It Works
Real-time assistance that adapts — no dials, no learning curve.
The same mechanism runs underneath all three applications above: it reads how you’re already moving and adjusts automatically, rather than asking you to pick a setting.
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One-Button Power
A single button starts assistance. Nothing to set up, and no app required to simply walk.
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Smart Mode Switching
Assistance shifts automatically across level ground, stairs and steep terrain.
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Posture Detection
Sensors read standing and sitting, auto-starting and pausing support as you move.
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AI Adaptive Power
A smart algorithm reads your gait and delivers up to 16 Nm of torque, right when you need it.
The Performance Difference
What the assistance measures out to, spec by spec.
Five measurable differences, then the full spec sheet — the same unit does rehabilitation, the trail and the commute.
Everyday Exertion
30–50%
Less physical exertion in real, everyday use, measured against unassisted movement
Lower-Body Pressure
80%
Less lower-body pressure, up to — 3–5× less load on every step
Cardio Endurance
+15%
Improvement in cardio endurance
Climbing Energy
35%
Less energy on climbs, up to
Walking Range
2–3×
Longer walking range per charge
Figures are HT Science’s own measured performance claims for the US-H-1.0Pro, benchmarked against unassisted movement — not an independent SOMIN lab test and not a rival exoskeleton.
Full specification sheet — US-H-1.0Pro
| Spec | Value |
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| Torque | 16 Nm |
| Weight | 2.4 kg |
| Assistance | Up to 4 h |
| Full charge | 2 h |
| Power | One-button |
| Modes | Terrain-adaptive |
| Protection | IP54 |
| Portability | Foldable |
The Outdoor Pillar, Localised
Same exoskeleton. Every terrain.
SOMIN’s outdoor pillar isn’t pitched as generic hiking gear. It’s mapped to four real Singapore trail systems, each a different terrain type.
Reservoir & Boardwalk
MacRitchie Reservoir
Long boardwalks and the TreeTop trail — sustained range without the fatigue.
Steepest Summit Path
Bukit Timah & Rifle Range
Singapore’s steepest summit path — up to 35% less energy on the climb.
Flat Coastal & Nature
Coney Island
Flat coastal and nature trails — effortless distance at any fitness level.
Undulating Ridge Walk
Southern Ridges
Henderson Waves and the forest walk — all-day support over undulating terrain.
Key Findings
What this briefing proves about localising one product for one market.
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The three applications aren’t three product variants — they’re three journeys the island already lives. An ageing population wanting to stay mobile, a genuine outdoor trail culture on real gradient, and a dense, stair-heavy commute city were all already present before ExoStride arrived; the product didn’t need to create demand, only meet it.
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One mechanism, not three. Whether it’s 80% less lower-body pressure in rehabilitation, 35% less energy on a Bukit Timah climb, or 30–50% less exertion on the daily commute, the same one-button, AI-adaptive hip assistance — up to 16 Nm of torque — does the work in every context. The applications differ; the engineering claim doesn’t.
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The outdoor pillar is localised to four named trail systems, not a generic “go hiking” pitch — MacRitchie’s boardwalks, Bukit Timah & Rifle Range’s summit path, Coney Island’s flat coastal trails, and the Southern Ridges’ undulating ridge walk each get their own terrain-specific claim.
Questions
About this case study.
What is ExoStride’s US-H-1.0Pro?
ExoStride (US-H-1.0Pro) is a lightweight, AI-driven powered hip exoskeleton from HT Science. It senses how you move and delivers real-time assistance — cutting effort, extending range and restoring confidence across rehabilitation, the outdoors and the daily commute.
What are the three applications this briefing maps ExoStride to in Singapore?
Intelligent Rehabilitation (for middle-aged and elderly users, people in rehabilitation, and those with limited mobility), For Outdoor Sports (for hikers, mountaineers and outdoor-sports enthusiasts, localised to four real Singapore trail systems), and Smoother Commutes (for urban professionals, daily commuters and leisure travellers). Same exoskeleton, three real audience journeys, none invented for the pitch.
How does the assistance actually work?
A single button starts it — no app required. From there, smart mode switching shifts assistance automatically across level ground, stairs and steep terrain; posture detection auto-starts and pauses support as you stand or sit; and an AI-adaptive algorithm reads your gait to deliver up to 16 Nm of torque exactly when it’s needed.
What do the performance numbers, like 80% less lower-body pressure, actually measure?
They are HT Science’s own measured performance claims for the US-H-1.0Pro, benchmarked against unassisted movement — not against a rival exoskeleton, and not an independent lab test SOMIN ran itself. SOMIN reports them here exactly as HT Science states them, without upgrading the framing.
Who sells ExoStride in Singapore?
HT Science & Development Pte. Ltd. is the exclusive seller of ExoStride in Singapore (UEN 202033252G001, tel +65 8355 0979).
About SOMIN
SOMIN is a Singapore-based deep-tech platform that turns real-time competitor and audience intelligence into market-ready creative ideas — typically 13× faster than manual research workflows. SOMIN serves clients including P&G, Audi, Ferrari, Gojek, Abbott, Citi, KFC, Nestlé and McDonald's across 11+ markets, through agency partners including Dentsu, OMG, GroupM, Havas and Publicis.
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