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Nike Unveils Robotic-Powered Footwear System for Everyone

Nike Unveils Robotic-Powered Footwear System for Everyone

Nike has revealed a new innovation called Project Amplify, a robotic-powered footwear system for running and walking. It looks cool, but it may still be a while before you can try it out for yourself. The system consists of a motor, drive belt and rechargeable cuff battery integrated into a carbon fiber-plated running shoe. According to Nike, Project Amplify is …

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Nike Unveils Project Amplify, the World’s First Powered Footwear System for Running and Walking — NIKE, Inc.

Nike Unveils Project Amplify, the World’s First Powered Footwear System for Running and Walking — NIKE, Inc.

Nike is unveiling Project Amplify: the world’s first powered footwear system for running and walking, designed to help everyday athletes go a little bit faster and farther — all with less effort. Engineered to augment natural lower leg and ankle movement, the Project Amplify system breaks the perception of possibility by providing an unparalleled boost to anyone who wants to …

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Nike says its first ‘powered footwear’ is like an e-bike for your feet

Nike says its first ‘powered footwear’ is like an e-bike for your feet

On Thursday, Nike announced Project Amplify, “the world’s first powered footwear system,” which it says isn’t intended for pros — in fact, quite the opposite. Much like e-bikes provide pedal assistance, Project Amplify uses a lightweight robotics system to boost running and walking speed. “The first-generation product, created alongside robotics partner Dephy, isn’t designed for competitive, faster runners trying to …

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