Samsung 三星
Global electronics conglomerate developing wearable exoskeleton robots, AI home robots, and robotics platforms through Samsung Research and Rainbow Robotics.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a South Korean multinational electronics conglomerate founded in 1969, headquartered at Samsung Digital City in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do. The company is one of the world's largest technology companies by revenue, and its robotics activities are conducted primarily through Samsung Research, its advanced R&D center, as well as through its majority stake in Rainbow Robotics.
Samsung's most prominent robotics product is the Bot Fit (formerly GEMS and EX1), a hip-joint-centered wearable exoskeleton robot designed to assist walking, improve gait, and support rehabilitation and exercise for older adults. The device weighs approximately 2.9 kg and consists of two thigh frames with straps; it uses an onboard processor linked to an inertial measurement unit and actuators to guide the wearer through exercises. Clinical studies showed stride length improvements of over 12% and propulsion increases of approximately 21% after consistent use. Samsung showcased early GEMS variants at CES 2019, developed the EX1 prototype, registered the Bot Fit trademark in January 2024, and targeted commercial launch by late 2024.
At CES 2020, Samsung showcased the GEMS Hip as a potential personal training wearable, re-envisioning the hip exoskeleton concept for consumer fitness. Three GEMS variants were developed: GEMS Hip (waist-worn, supports approximately 20% of body strength during walking), GEMS Knee, and GEMS Ankle (enables users to walk 10% faster).
Beyond wearable robotics, Samsung has demonstrated Bot Care (companion robot), Bot Air (air purifier robot), Ballie (AI-powered home robot), and Bot Retail concepts. Samsung Research operates a dedicated robotics division advancing manipulation, locomotion, and human-robot interaction research. In 2025, Samsung Electronics became the largest shareholder in Rainbow Robotics, a South Korean humanoid and collaborative robot manufacturer, accelerating its robotics product roadmap. Samsung also seeks FDA clearance for its wearable exoskeleton for clinical and consumer use.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
Bot Fit
- Model: EX1 / Bot Fit
- Launch Year: 2024
Hip-joint wearable exoskeleton robot improving gait, walking speed, and exercise support for older adults.
Ballie
- Model: Ballie
- Launch Year: 2024
AI-powered spherical home robot assisting with daily tasks, pet monitoring, and smart home integration.
GEMS Hip
- Model: GEMS Hip
- Launch Year: 2019
Hip exoskeleton providing approximately 20% gait assistance, predecessor to the Bot Fit commercial product.
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1969
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Asia-Pacific
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