Hann Shoes develops a full suspension carbon fiber shoe that utilizes a tuned suspension system to return energy to the wearer, enhancing comfort and reducing fatigue during standing, walking, and running. This technology minimizes chronic and acute injuries while improving systemic oxygen consumption, allowing users to perform with less effort and recover faster.
Funding
$350K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Prolonged standing, walking, and running can lead to fatigue, discomfort, and both chronic and acute injuries due to the impact and energy absorption experienced by the body. Traditional shoe designs often fail to adequately address these issues, leading to reduced performance and increased recovery times.
Solution
Hann Shoes has developed a carbon fiber suspension shoe designed to return energy to the wearer, enhancing comfort and reducing fatigue during various activities. The shoe utilizes a tuned suspension system that supports the lower lumbar spine and leg muscles, similar to a vehicle's suspension system. By minimizing chronic and acute injuries and improving systemic oxygen consumption, Hann Shoes allows users to perform with less effort and recover faster. The hinged forefoot suspension supports dynamic energy transfer, returning energy in the correct direction and timing.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals who spend extended periods standing, walking, or running, such as athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and professionals in fields requiring prolonged mobility.
Features
- Full suspension carbon fiber construction for optimal energy return
- Tuned suspension system specifically designed to support the lower lumbar spine and leg muscles
- Hinged forefoot suspension to facilitate dynamic energy transfer during running
- Demonstrated reduction in systemic oxygen consumption by 2.2% in biomechanical studies
- Designed to minimize chronic and acute injuries associated with prolonged standing, walking, and running