Rex Bionics was co-founded by Richard Little and Robert Irving about seven years ago when Robert received a multiple sclerosis diagnosis and realised he may need to use a wheelchair in future. The two life-long friends dreamed of making a product that would enable people with wheelchairs to stand and walk. Working with a team of talented people, they launched the Rex pair of robotic legs. Today, Rex Bionics has 25 engineers and a handful of other staff committed to bringing Rex to market around the world. Richard will join us to tell two stories: firstly, the dream which led to Rex's invention; and then the challenges confronting small inventors trying to develop new technologies in New Zealand.
