Dr. Peter V. Karpovich Shoe used in research (1956)
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Photographs of a clear shoe used by Dr. Peter V. Karpovich for his research. There are 7 different photographs of the shoe from various angles, including showing the inside of the shoe. The shoe was made by Field and Flint & Company of Brockton Massachusetts (today known as Footjoy). The shoe is made out of clear heavy plastic. For more information on Peter V. Karpovich, see: https://springfield.as.atlas-sys.com/agents/people/571 This clear shoe was designed in 1956 by Peter V. Karpovich for use in experiments funded by the United States Army that investigated physiological and kinesiological methods for testing footgear. His research centered on experiments investigating the physiological and kinesiological aspects of footwear and how they can be improved for comfort.
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