Spinoff story

Rechargeable Electric Footwarmers

A real-world story of NASA technology finding a life beyond the mission.

About this technology

Overview

NASA technology in protective clothing for astronauts is finding new application in line of outdoor gear produced by Comfort Products, Inc. Company supplies leading ski boot manufacturers with built-in rechargeable electric footwarmers. Therma Flex, a woven mesh material designed to allow air to flow under and around astronaut's feet, has many applications. Among them are Procover stay-dry" bicycle seat and Profoot Insole for more comfortable athletic and outdoor footwear."