Driven by Willpower: The Robotic Exoskeleton for the Entire Arm | Saeid Hosseini | TEDxArendal

What if your willpower alone could control a robotic exoskeleton for your arm? In this powerful talk, Saeid Hosseini shares an emotional journey inspired by childhood friendship, fueled by user feedback, and brought to life through cutting-edge technology. Featuring a live demonstration of the world's first mobile exoskeleton for the entire arm, this talk reveals how willpower, human connection, and innovation can empower people with upper limb disabilities to reclaim their independence. Saeid Hosseini is the Co-founder and CEO of Vilje Bionics, the company behind "VilPower," the world’s first mobile robotic exoskeleton for the entire arm. With a background in engineering and entrepreneurship, Saeid is driven by a personal mission to empower people with upper limb disabilities. His work bridges human willpower with advanced robotics, enabling stroke survivors and individuals with disabilities to regain their independence. Under his leadership, Vilje Bionics has secured major grants, earned international recognition, and forged partnerships with top rehabilitation experts and medical professionals. Passionate about human-centered design, Saeid blends empathy, engineering, and user-driven innovation to create transformative assistive technologies that improve lives worldwide. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx