In this episode, XSENSOR’s Chief Operating Officer, Bruce Malkinson, continues his conversation with performance scientist and sports technologist Antonio Robustelli to explore how data-driven insights are reshaping the footwear design process. They discuss how elite brands and research teams are leveraging plantar pressure data to bridge the gap between laboratory precision and on-field performance. From prototype testing to athlete feedback integration, this episode highlights how technology enables designers to make evidence-based decisions that improve comfort, performance, and injury prevention.
Key Takeaways from Listening to This Podcast:
- Learn how integrating objective data—like pressure distribution and timing—into the design process accelerates innovation and shortens development cycles.
- Understand how real-world testing and athlete feedback combine with pressure data to validate comfort and performance across diverse sports environments.
- Explore how data visualization and analytics are transforming the conversation between engineers, designers, and sports scientists—resulting in more personalized and high-performing footwear solutions.
Speakers:
Bruce Malkinson, Chief Operating Officer
XSENSOR Technology Corporation
Antonio Robustelli, Sports Performance Scientist & Technologist
OmniAthlete Performance Science
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