You could use these shoes to walk on water, or Shift Robotics’ Moonwalkers to boost your walking speed by up to 250%. It’s touted as the world’s fastest shoe and uses an artificial intelligence-powered drivetrain to help you walk at the speed one would typically run at.
An ergonomic hinge system enables your foot to naturally bend at the toes, thus preserving mobility and balance when wearing Moonwalkers. Machine learning algorithms are used to learn the user’s walking gaits and then adapt to them. There are two modes – Lock and Shift – to allow you to go up or down stairs and safely walk at a crosswalk. Brushless DC motors evenly distribute its power across its eight polyurethane wheels, paired with a precision machined gearbox. Early backers can get one for $1,099 USD as part of its first shipment in April 2023. More information here.
- Speedy at 15.5 mph, covers 12.4 miles. Tackles 12% slopes with 300W torque.
- Comfortable & Safe: Dual brakes, regenerative system, smooth ride.
- Enhanced Experience: 10" tires, shock absorption, powerful motor.
Moonwalkers start in Lock Mode, where our electronic brake fully locks the wheels. To enter Shift Mode, where you walk at the speed of a run, lift your right heel in the air and rotate it clockwise towards your left leg while keeping your toe on the ground,” said the company.
