Shoe Add-On Mk1

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Over the summer I plan on making a load bearing leg support. It features a variety of functions from acting as a support structure, load bearing assistance, attaching holsters, attaching leg and shin guards, etc. For now, I started with the shoe portion to test out if it can support me (approx. 160 lbs) Most of the measurements are approximations where the holes should be treated as pilot holes for threading in M16 bolts and the hex gaps should be enough to fit both the head of the bolt and the hex nuts depending on where you position them This is a very basic design and its up to you to modify it to your needs, Theres enough space to add a few batteries, drill some holes into the plastic and add LED's. If it is good enough to support a person's weight, I hope to one day attach wheels to make it a roller skate and eventually one day maybe replace going to the shoe store and just printing out a custom shoe. The extrusion on the heel is to allow for the attachment of linear actuators for assisted walking. Instructions Wear it along with your shoe, zip tie it to your shoe to anchor it. There are two gaps in between the toe and the heel that should be enough for zipties. Each modular length piece is an inch long, please print out how many is appropriate to match your shoe size. (To plan out how many you should print out: # of modular length pieces to print out = (your shoe length - (250.8 mm))/(25.4mm) * 2 The design should be worn over your current shoe and thus there is no difference between left and right. Immediately you'll experience a gain of one inch in height!