Adidas One: The Self-Adjusting Athletic Shoe for Optimal Cushioning

The video discusses the development of the Adidas One shoe, which adapts its cushioning based on the running surface. The shoe features a microprocessor and motor to adjust cushioning levels automatically. It was developed over three years, using various components to create a self-adjusting shoe. The shoe's technology includes sensors and a microprocessor to provide optimal cushioning, powered by small batteries lasting 100 hours.

What problem did the Adidas company identify regarding running shoes?

Describe the main feature of the Adidas shoe that allows it to adjust to different running surfaces.

How does the microprocessor in the shoe contribute to its functionality?

What happens to the shoe's cushioning when a runner moves from a soft surface to a harder surface?

Explain how the shoe compensates for extra load when a runner accelerates.