For over 10 years, Tiffany Beers has been designing a shoe that is able to tie itself. It was inspired by the Air Jordan shoe that was created close to 11 years ago. According to Beers, the product is not “gimmicky” and they are designed for the best possible fit. After all, athletes are always moving and comfort and fit is important. To put on the shoe is a small struggle, but just slide foot into the shoe and tug on the loop and heel. Once your foot is inside the shoe and you have stood up, sensors in the heel trigger the automatic tying system. The one issue with the shoe is the weight. Because it holds an entire mechanical and battery powered system that holds charge for a month, it is definitely on the heavier side. Beers believes customers can look past that. This shoe is also designed for people that struggle with every day things, like tying shoes. Specifically at children, elderly, and the disabled. These shoes have been priced at $720 at release and have been on the market for two years
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This idea is very innovative and could be a great way to help people that cannot or just don’t want to tie their shoes. I think this could have a big impact on both elderly people who are not physically able to tie their own shoes, or disabled people who would also need help tying their shoes. Lastly from the picture it looks like it would completely end the possibility of tripping and falling because of loose shoelaces. Although somewhat expensive this shoe could change shoes forever.
I agree with Caleb, the most interesting aspect of this to me is the possibilities to use this technology for those with physical limitations. I hope to see this is applied more in the healthcare area. While I personally would not spend 700 dollars on a pair of shoes, I’m hoping that over the next few years that this technology becomes more affordable for the average consumer as well.
I think that this is a great starting point in this area, however there is still so much room for innovation, i cant wait to see what comes next.
I think this product is awesome. Sounds very much like the future, and people would definitely be interested. The issue would definitely be the expensive price of the product.