exoskeleton
outer shell / robotic frame
Noun
pl: exoskeletons
This term describes a structural shell located on the outside of an organism or a person. In biology, it refers to the rigid outer layer of arthropods, which serves as both a protective shield and a structural scaffold, necessitating molting as the animal grows. In a technological context, it refers to wearable robotic suits. These devices are designed to augment human strength or provide medical rehabilitation, shifting the concept from a natural biological necessity to an engineered enhancement.
Meanings
Noun
A hard external covering that provides support and protection for the body of an invertebrate, such as an insect or a crustacean.
"The beetle's exoskeleton protects its soft internal organs from predators."