Rollkers Debuted Its Smart Roller Skates Concept at CES 2023
Kalin Ned — January 18, 2023 — Art & Design
References: rollkers & yankodesign
The smart roller skate concept debuted first at CES 2015 and now, the design made a reappearance at CES 2023. The developer behind these "walking assistance roller skates" is the French start-up Rollkers and the silhouette is "now eight years in the making and agonizingly close to a production version." The brand is working with manufacturers to bring the innovation officially to market.
The smart roller skates have a built-in sensor, with the help of which the device can identify motion patterns—that is, whether you are running, walking, or simply standing. Rollkers claims that the design "provides the amount of thrust needed or stopping power to keep the user from going off balance," which is pretty impressive.
Image Credit: Rollkers
The smart roller skates have a built-in sensor, with the help of which the device can identify motion patterns—that is, whether you are running, walking, or simply standing. Rollkers claims that the design "provides the amount of thrust needed or stopping power to keep the user from going off balance," which is pretty impressive.
Image Credit: Rollkers
Trend Themes
1. Smart Roller Skates - Rollkers' walking assistance roller skates use built-in sensors to identify motion patterns, offering a solution for those who struggle with balance or mobility.
2. Assistive Technology - The development of Rollkers' roller skates demonstrates potential for assistive technology aimed at improving mobility and accessibility for a variety of individuals.
3. Smart Wearable Footwear - Rollkers' technology integrated into footwear could revolutionize the way individuals move and interact within their environment.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The assistive technology behind Rollkers' smart roller skates could disrupt the traditional mobility aid industry by offering a unique solution for those with balance and mobility issues.
2. Sporting Goods - Rollkers' smart roller skates could offer a new way for athletes to train and improve their balance and footwork.
3. Consumer Electronics - Rollkers' integration of advanced sensors and technology into footwear represents an opportunity for growth in the consumer electronics industry.
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