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These Skataz Electric Skates put the "King" in "Walking"

— March 15, 2011 — Unique
Skataz Electric Skates are easily one of the coolest and most exciting inventions you'll see in a long while and not just because it would be completely awesome to be able to zip around your neighborhood on battery-powered blades like Marty McFly from Back to the Future (albeit on a hovering skateboard).

Featuring battery-powered propulsion, Skataz Electric Skates are still only in their prototype phase, but it isn't hard to see their appeal. By eliminating the need for exertion when using roller skates, Skataz Electric Skates could help shape the future of personal transportation -- particularly in urban environments where discrete and compact technology is the name of the game. As of right now the project is looking for sponsors, so if you've got some cash to burn in the aim of bringing a childhood dream to life, definitely stop by and help them out.
Trend Themes
1. Battery-powered Personal Transportation - The development of battery-powered skates opens up opportunities for the development of more advanced and efficient personal transportation devices.
2. Discreet and Compact Technology - The Skataz Electric Skates demonstrate the appeal of technology that is small and easy to transport in urban environments.
3. Efficient Alternative Transportation - Electric skates offer a new method of transportation that can be more energy efficient than traditional transportation methods.
Industry Implications
1. Personal Transportation - The Skataz Electric Skates introduce an exciting new product that can help shape the future of personal transportation and revolutionize the urban commute experience.
2. Sports and Recreation - Electric skates allow for a more effortless and exciting skating experience, creating new opportunities for the sports and recreation industry.
3. Alternative Energy - The development of electric skates presents an opportunity for the alternative energy industry to explore new and innovative ways to power personal transportation devices.
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