Since writing about Robot Skeletons, I’ve found out they are already being used by skiers to help them ski for longer periods and prevent knee injuries. My brother recently took up skiing at the age of 48, and its not unusual to see skiers in their 60′s and 70′s on the slopes. I’m hoping I’ll even be able to ski when I’m 90.

Next month, my focus is on how the body works. I’m learning all I can to stay young and delay the need for technological assistance, although I’m already tempted to use the ski skeleton.