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Bionic Boots
Bionic Boots
Introduction -
project is inspired by a flightless bird which makes up for its ability to not fly
with its incredible speed and agility. It is non other than the Ostrich. The legs
of the ostrich are an amazing feet of natural design which makes use of
tendons in the feet to store and release energy in such a way that the speed
increases tremendously.
Experimental Setup-
AnalysisStrut-
Shoe(Feet Enclosure)
Compression
Expansion
Fatigue(pivot)
Compression
Bones
Compression
Joints
Shear
Spring
Simulation
Results
To mimic ostrich's leg movements to let you travel at up to 25 miles per hour.
To reduce the strain on fossil fuels to transport people from one place to another without
pollution.
Springs to provide the wearer with more down force when running hence increasing
control and agility.
To make the springs easy to strap on and strap off for better human interaction.
Conclusion:
Hence these boots can enhance the bodily functions of a normal human for
increased speed and agility.
To reduce the environmental impact by automobiles running on fossil fuels
Future Scope-
Featuring a spring-loaded sole, these boots can help people recover from
sports injuries by taking away the impact of running on their joints.
As a way of enjoying all the benefits of a tough gym or aerobic workout.
To pave the way for a full body bio-suit to enhance the functions of a
human being.