WEAR 1 (IMAGE)

Rice University

WEAR 1

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Rice University mechanical engineers have developed a textile-based energy harvesting shoe able to power assistive devices for people with disabilities. A pump worn in the shoe feeds an energy storage bladder around the waist to feed devices upon demand.

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Preston Innovation Lab/Rice University

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