Thursday, April 2

AP Mobile: Engineers create boot-like device to make walking easier

A story from AP Mobile:

Engineers create boot-like device to make walking easier

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WASHINGTON (AP) - Engineers have come up with a motor-free device to make walking more efficient and easier - something scientists once thought couldn't be done.

The prototype exoskeleton boot runs from just below the knee to the ankle, and when you strap on a pair, you can reduce the energy it takes to walk by 7 percent. That means you won't burn as many calories.

It's wearable rob...

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