Self-Sensing Foam for Footwear ID: 2015-008

An innovative footwear technology that integrates self-sensing foam to monitor and analyze gait patterns and performance metrics.

Technology Overview

This technology encompasses a self-sensing foam designed to be integrated into shoes, capable of monitoring and analyzing various activities such as running, biking, and kicking. By assessing gait patterns, impact sequences, and performance metrics, the technology aims to enhance running form, provide caloric tracking, and support in medical gait analysis and rehabilitation. The foam, which can be placed in discrete locations within the shoe, such as the insole, midsole, or tongue, is embedded with sensors that connect to microcontrollers. These controllers monitor the electrical properties of the foam, processing this information to offer valuable feedback to users.

Key Advantages

• Improves running form by analyzing gait patterns and impact sequences
• Tracks caloric expenditure during various physical activities
• Supports medical gait analysis and rehabilitation efforts
• Seamlessly integrates into footwear without altering comfort or design

Problems Addressed

• Difficulty in tracking and improving running form and efficiency
• Lack of accessible tools for detailed gait analysis outside clinical settings
• Inadequate monitoring of caloric burn and performance metrics during physical activities
• Challenges in rehabilitation processes due to insufficient data on patient's gait patterns

• Sports and fitness for performance tracking and improvement
• Health and wellness for caloric tracking and activity monitoring
• Medical rehabilitation for detailed gait analysis and monitoring
• Consumer footwear integrating smart technology for everyday user

Additional Information

Technology ID: 2015-008
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025