Proof of Usefulness Report

Vilje Bionics

Analysis completed on 2/1/2026

+290
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Vilje Bionics is a verified Norwegian medical technology company developing the 'VilPower' (formerly ABELarm) full-arm exoskeleton for stroke rehabilitation. The project demonstrates high real-world utility and technical innovation, backed by significant milestones including ~$4M in funding, Forbes 30 Under 30 recognition, and clinical trials. However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone') and placeholder data. The score reflects the high potential of the actual technology, heavily penalized by the minimum Quality Factor (0.5) due to the lack of verifiable evidence provided in the submission text.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility112.5 (Weighted)
Audience Reach Impact60.0 (Weighted)
Technical Innovation63.75 (Weighted)
Evidence Of Traction75.0 (Weighted)
Market Timing Relevance40.0 (Weighted)
Functional Completeness2.5 (Weighted)
Subtotal+353.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.82
Final Score+290

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Vilje Bionicsis in the Orthopedics Industry

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline