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Exoskeleton
/ˌɛk.soʊˈskɛl.ɪ.tən/noun
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An exoskeleton is a hard external structure that encases and supports the body of certain animals, like insects and crustaceans, providing protection and a framework for muscle attachment. In contemporary applications, it also describes wearable robotic devices that augment human abilities, such as enhancing strength for workers or aiding mobility in rehabilitation settings, blending biology with cutting-edge engineering.
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The exoskeleton of the humble horseshoe crab has remained essentially unchanged for over 445 million years, making it one of the oldest surviving body designs on Earth and a key tool in modern medicine for testing vaccine safety due to its unique blood properties.
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