The Nemesis Fins are whale-inspired footwear, developed by Speedo, that allow swimmers to move faster through the water. They are inspired by the knobby 'tubercles that line humpback whales' fins along the front edge. The fins feature a series of man-made tubercles along the outside edge. This creates more surface area for the water to pass over, allowing swimmers to go faster by pushing more water with each kick.
The fins have small blow valves on top of the fin and smaller ones on the underside. This causes more water to get trapped on the bottom and squeezed through the openings, enhancing propulsion.
The Nemesis Fins are already available in limited quantities at select shops, and cost $39.99. They can also be pre-ordered online at the Speedo USA website.
Whale-Inspired Swimming Footwear
The Speedo Nemesis Fins' Design is Inspired by the Humpback Whale
Trend Themes
1. Biomimicry-driven Footwear - Developing swimwear with designs inspired by nature could be a disruptive innovation opportunity in the sports industry.
2. Tubercle Technology - Incorporating tubercle technology into other water sports accessories beyond swimwear could be a new trend in the industry.
3. Eco-friendly Swimwear - Using eco-friendly materials to make swimwear could be a potential trend in the industry inspired by the natural world.
Industry Implications
1. Sporting Goods - The swimming accessories market, within the sporting goods industry, could benefit from the development of biomimicry-driven swimwear.
2. Aquatic Tourism - Eco-friendly swimwear could be a unique selling point for companies operating in the aquatic tourism industry.
3. Fashion - Biomimicry-driven footwear could be a disruptive innovation opportunity in the fashion industry for designers interested in sustainable design.