中信建投：外骨骼机器人产业链上下游共振，国内市场蓬勃发展

Core Insights - The external skeleton robot industry is entering a phase of accelerated commercialization driven by policy support, technological advancements, and expanding application scenarios [2][3] Policy Support - Recent years have seen increasing policy support for the external skeleton robot market, with various government departments releasing initiatives to promote the industry [2] - Key policies include the "Robot+" application action plan released in January 2023, which encourages the application of external skeleton robots in elderly care [2] - The National Medical Products Administration's announcement in July 2025 aims to expedite the establishment of standards for medical external skeleton robots, further supporting innovation in high-end medical devices [2] Commercialization Acceleration - The commercialization of external skeleton robots is being driven by advancements in technology, payment models, and application areas [3] - Technological improvements have addressed early product limitations, enhancing efficiency and reliability through better battery density, lightweight materials, and smart algorithms [3] - Innovative payment models, including insurance collaborations and leasing options, are reducing financial barriers for users [3] - The application landscape has expanded from medical rehabilitation to industrial and consumer sectors, significantly increasing market demand [3] Market Scale - The global external skeleton market is projected to reach approximately 3.9 billion RMB by 2025, with rapid growth expected over the next 6-8 years [4] - China's external skeleton robot market has grown from 0.045 billion RMB in 2018 to 1.06 billion RMB in 2023, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 88% [4] - The potential long-term demand for external skeleton robots could reach tens of millions of units, with a market size potentially exceeding 100 billion RMB [4] Core Components - The growth in demand for external skeleton robots is expected to expand the markets for key components such as motors, reducers, and posture sensors [5] - Estimates suggest that the market for key components could see significant growth, with potential increases of 3.2 billion RMB for motors, 8 billion RMB for reducers, and 4 billion RMB for posture sensors [5] - Companies like Xinjie Electric and Lide Harmonic are highlighted as key players in the motor and reducer markets, respectively [5] Domestic Company Developments - Current products are primarily focused on medical rehabilitation, with plans to expand into consumer and industrial products [6] - Companies like Xiangyu Medical and Cheng Tian Technology are leading in the development and deployment of medical external skeleton robots [6][7] - Fourier and Maibu Robotics are also noted for their innovative approaches in rehabilitation and flexible drive technology, respectively [7]