Smart shoe devices generate power from walking

[jirit]

Puts a whole new spin on the term " seeking your inner power"

I guess you will be able to recharge your iPhone/tablet, etc while doing the camino.

http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-30816255

 

[Arn]

Still a long way from practical...then again, it's a step in the right direction and if it takes 2000 mW to power a Smartphone and the current (get it...current) shoe only puts out 3-4 mW...it may be awhile.

 

[dougfitz]

Still a long way from practical...then again, it's a step in the right direction and if it takes 2000 mW to power a Smartphone and the current (get it...current) shoe only puts out 3-4 mW...it may be awhile.

@Arn, 'a step in the right direction' - really! How do we keep pace with someone powering ahead of the pundits. I hope your next prediction is something electrifying.

 

[Arn]

@Arn, 'a step in the right direction' - really! How do we keep pace with someone powering ahead of the pundits. I hope your next prediction is something electrifying.

Between you and me Dr WATTson, how could we go wrong