Microthrusters are usually located in the feet and calves for obvious reasons, considering they are triggered to fire in short bursts to greatly enhance the augmented individual's running speed and jumping height. Being that they are powerful enough to boost a jump, if reserved for a fall, they can be employed to reduce the severity of some falls.
Microthrusters can be sustained for a short sprint, or discharged to double the distance of one jump or effectively halve the distance of one fall. Once employed, microthrusters require several minutes to recycle their power.
If an augment possesses the Icarus System, microthrusters are the most effective way to steer its descent or ascent.