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Car manufacturer, Hyundai Motor Group, has announced that it is developing an 'Iron Man' type suit for its factory workers.

The company has unveiled many images of the suit prototype in its blog post. The blue robotic suit appears to attach to the user's torso with the help of straps similar to those found on a backpack, reported PC Mag.

In the pictures, a worker is seen receiving assistance walking up a flight of stairs and another factory worker is seen lifting a heavy door.

While the robotic suit does not resemble Tony Stark's 'Iron Man' suit, the company claims the exoskeleton may be used for industrial use and medical rehabilitation, among other applications.

According to the automaker, the "wearable robot" will help its factory workers to lift heavy items of around 100 kilograms, or approximately 220 pounds, help soldiers to endure long distances and move quickly as well as assist seniors and people with disabilities in enhancing mobility.

"This wearable robot that we are developing for commercial purposes will be used in diverse areas," an official from the South Korean auto giant said, reported The Times of India.

"Such a robot development is in line with Hyundai Motor Group's vision for free mobility of people and things."

Hyundai said it is developing the robot for commercial use, but did not reveal a specific date when the suit might actually be available for purchase.

According to the Verge, Hyundai isn't the only company working on developing robotic suits. Panasonic, BMW, and Audi are among the tech giants who are already testing robotic suits.

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