Friday, November 07, 2008

Honda 'bicycle legs' ease stress of walking

A new device to ease tired and aching legs has been unveiled - looking like a bicycle seat connected to a pair of shoes. telegraph.co.uk The gadget was developed by Honda, which envisages it being used in factories to help workers on assembly lines, or even for those who have to walk miles to make deliveries. It is designed to support bodyweight, reduce stress on the knees and help people get up steps and stay in crouching positions. Engineer Jun Ashihara said the machine is useful for people standing in long lines and for people who run around to make deliveries. "This should be as easy to use as a bicycle," Ashihara said at Honda's Tokyo headquarters. "It reduces stress, and you should feel less tired." To wear it, you put the seat between your legs, put on the shoes and push the on button. Then just start walking. Click on title for more

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