SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – Nike is developing experimental sneakers with built-in motors designed to help people run and walk faster and farther than ever before.
The athletic giant has partnered with a robotics company to create what they call the world’s first powered footwear system for running and walking. The shoes feature a lightweight motor and rechargeable battery as part of the design.
Nike says the technology works like having a second set of calf muscles. The motor system extends up the back of the wearer’s leg and is meant to help propel people forward during movement…