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Robotic exoskeleton gives YouTuber 63% aim boost, 17ms latency

Robotic exoskeleton gives YouTuber 63% aim boost, 17ms latency
Source: interestingengineering
Author: @IntEngineering
Published: 9/27/2025

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YouTuber Nick Zetta, known as Basically Homeless, developed a robotic exoskeleton aimed at enhancing aiming performance in the Aimlabs training program. Combining Nvidia Jetson hardware with a YOLO-powered AI vision system, motors, and 3D-printed components, the device physically guides his wrist and fingers to improve target acquisition. Initial tests showed a 20% accuracy drop as Zetta adapted to the system, but after hardware optimizations—such as reducing latency from 50ms to 17ms and increasing motor strength—he achieved a 63% boost in his Aimlabs score, propelling him to second place on the global leaderboard. The exoskeleton attaches to the forearm using 3D-printed hinges, with Kevlar lines and gimbal motors controlling wrist movements and solenoids managing finger clicks. A high-speed camera feeds real-time target data to the AI, which directs the motors to adjust hand positioning, effectively acting as a physical aimbot. Unlike

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