CHALLENGE

Half of the 100 million runners worldwide suffer from medical conditions due to incorrect running techniques combined with the impact of up to three times one‘s body weight during training.

We firmly believe that the future of running and exercise should not rely on adding yet another layer of foam to absorb the impact energy of running.

OUR THOUGHTS

What if the impact is not absorbed, but used actively to create energy? This energy powers an active suspension system which adapts intelligently to your surface, your individual physique, running style and speed.
 

REECHARGE PS from Studio Behling on Vimeo.

 

Christoph explains the thinking behind Reecharge PS from Studio Behling on Vimeo.

 
PIEZOELECTRIC "ENGINES"

Create electricity with every step to power a smart suspension system within the unit, which calibrates and adjusts within split seconds. The PS (Piezoelectric Suspension) system analyses points of stress in the sole and actively decreases or increases the stiffness of the suspension. It creates the ideal support to ergonomically fit running style, speed, surface terrain and incline.

This prevents not only injuries and strains but analyzes your style and training so you can run better, faster and healthier.
 
 
RACE MODE

The runner can keep the system on automatic or he can use his handheld monitor to change to race mode.
Once pressed the sole lowers by 2mm and the PS system adjust the suspension to match a professional running shoe with limited comfort but perfect traction and control.
 
 
HOW THE TECHNOLOGY WORKS

At the heart of the revolutionary concept are Piezoelectric Polymer Springs - how do they work? The piezoelectric effect is a reversible process in that materials exhibiting the direct piezoelectric effect (the internal generation of electrical charge resulting from an applied mechanical force – i.e. it makes electricity) also exhibit the reverse piezoelectric effect (the internal generation of a mechanical force resulting from an applied electrical field – i.e. the springs get softer or harder depending on the electric current).

The result is an autonomous system which responds to detailed feedback on pressure points by automatically softening or stiffening the 20 piezo springs in each shoe individually.
 
 
 
BIOMETRIC FEEDBACK TO PREVENT INJURY

Drawing on our expertise in stopwatches we developed an immediate interface which clips into the palm of your hand. This gives you, the runner, instant biometric feedback on potentially harmful pressure points; which is exactly the information you need to prevent future injury and pains by simply adjusting posture and style.

This individual training tool for amateurs and professionals alike tells you exactly when you are beyond your limits, and what you can do to push further.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SELECTED PROJECTS
Image Title
CHRISTOPH BEHLING DESIGN
A fast-growing, award winning product design studio founded in 2004 and based around Notting Hill, London.
test
SITEMAP
 

ENQUIRY SENT

Thank you for your enquiry. We'll respond as quickly as we can.

OK
Your password has been changed