Published in Nature Biomedical Engineering · View the paper (DOI)
Researchers at Harvard and MIT have developed pop-up shoe grips inspired by snake skin that increase friction between the shoe and ground. These assistive grips could significantly reduce the risk of falls among older adults and improve the mobility of all-terrain robots.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Kirigami grips could help seniors keep their footing Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences · Jun 1, 2020 · first to report
- Dynamic kirigami shoe grip designed to reduce risks of slips and falls Brigham and Women's Hospital · Aug 20, 2020