SolePower Harvests Energy One Step at a Time
Mobile devices have definitely changed our access to technology but finding power when we are on the go can be a bit of a challenge. SolePower has looked at this problem, and they are finding power one-step at a time. SolePower is an energy harvesting and power storage solution built into a shoe insole. The device collects power as the user walks during both the swing and impact stages using mechanical linkages and generators to capture power. The power is stored in a battery pack that can be worn around the ankle or clipped to the top of a shoe. When your device needs juice, simply connect it to the [...]