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17-05-2012 дата публикации

Articles And Method Of Manufacture Of Articles

Номер: US20120117822A1
Автор: Kelly B. Jarvis
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

Various articles, such as footwear, apparel, athletic equipment, watchbands, and the like, and methods of forming those articles are presented. The articles are generally formed, in whole or in part, using rapid manufacturing techniques, such as laser sintering, stereolithography, solid deposition modeling, and the like. The use of rapid manufacturing allows for relatively economical and time efficient manufacture of customized articles. Portions of the articles may be manufactured using rapid manufacturing and those portions may be joined with portions formed using conventional, non-rapid manufacturing techniques. The methods may also include performing a scan of an appropriate body part of a user, such as a foot, in order to create a customized article of footwear for the user.

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Номер записи: 1
01-01-2015 дата публикации

MANUFACTURING METHOD OF INSOLE AND INSOLE MANUFACTURED BY THE METHOD

Номер: US20150000157A1
Автор: HIKICHI Yuichi
Принадлежит: M-Support Limited Company

A new manufacturing method produces an insole that fits a user's foot properly and that is manufactured in a shorter time at a lower cost. The manufacturing method includes steps of: acquiring information on a user's foot by a foot printer; selecting a basic part based on the acquired information; attaching various modification parts to the selected basic part arranged in a trial shoe determining whether the trial insole including a combination of the basic part and modification parts is properly fitted to the user's foot in walking and standing statuses; repeating the steps from selecting to determining until the most fitting combination of the basic part and modification parts is determined; reproducing the determined trial insole in a three-dimensional CAD based on the most fitting combination; and manufacturing an insole by cutting out material based on the reproduced trial insole in the three-dimensional CAD.

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Номер записи: 2
07-01-2016 дата публикации

PROTECTIVE PATIENT FOOTWEAR DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING SYSTEM AND METHODS

Номер: US20160000188A1
Автор: Hanft Jason R.
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This disclosure relates to a design and manufacturing system for protective patient footwear, as well as related methods. The system includes suitable hardware, software, and related peripherals, which function to acquire data related to the patient's particular footwear needs, such as by three-dimensional scanning. A design subsystem interfaces with the inputted data to permit the resulting design to reflect particular foot conditions in the design and subsequent manufacturing process. A manufacturing subsystem receives the resulting design and includes hardware and software to manufacture the protective patient footwear. 1. A computerized system for the automated design and manufacture of patient protective footwear , comprising:a scanning subsystem including a user interface and a lower extremity scanner, the scanning subsystem adapted to receive input related to a patient's lower extremity for which protective footwear is to be designed and manufactured;a design engine implemented on a computer having programmable memory and at least one processor that executes instructions stored in the programmable memory, wherein the design engine is programmed to process the lower extremity input into a design for the protective footwear, wherein the design engine is programmed to alter the design in response to receiving inputs indicating at least one of the conditions selected from the group consisting of dermatologic conditions, orthopedic conditions, neurological conditions, biomechanical conditions, surgical conditions, and wherein the design engine generates an outputted design in which the one or more conditions are reflected in the outputted design; anda computer-aided manufacturing subsystem programmed to receive data related to the outputted design and manufacture the protective footwear corresponding to the outputted design.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a virtual last creation subsystem for generating a virtual last from the outputted design claim ...

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Номер записи: 3
05-01-2017 дата публикации

AUTOMATED ASSEMBLY AND STITCHING OF SHOE PARTS

Номер: US20170000218A1
Автор: Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, LIU YEN-HSI, Wu Hung-Yu
Принадлежит:

Manufacturing of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by executing various shoe-manufacturing processes in an automated manner. For example, shoe parts may be retrieved and temporarily assembled according to preset relative positions to form part stacks. The part stacks may be retrieved with the relative positioning of the shoe parts being maintained and placed at a stitching machine for more permanent attachment via stitching of the parts to form a shoe assembly. Movement during stitching of a conveyance mechanism that transfers the part stack from the stacking surface to the stitching machine and movement of a needle associated with the stitching machine may be controlled by a shared control mechanism such that the movements are synchronized with respect to one another. Vision systems may be leveraged to achieve movement and position information between and at machines and locations. 1. A method for manufacturing shoe parts in an automated manner , the method comprising:retrieving a first shoe part utilizing a first conveyance mechanism that includes a first pick-up tool;utilizing a vision system, determining a position of the first shoe part relative to the first pick-up tool and;determining a position of a base shoe part relative to a stacking surface;using the position of the first shoe part relative to the first pick-up tool determined by the vision system and the position of the base shoe part relative to the stacking surface determined by the vision system, situating the first shoe part at the stacking surface;retrieving the part stack from the stacking surface utilizing a second conveyance mechanism that includes a second pick-up-tool;situating the part stack at a stitching machine, the stitching machine having a needle associated therewith; andstitching together at least part of the overlapping portions of the first shoe part and the base shoe part, wherein movement, by the second conveyance mechanism, of the part stack relative to the stitching ...

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Номер записи: 4
11-01-2018 дата публикации

SHOE WITH LATTICE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20180008004A1
Автор: BERNS Jason, Fallon Kevin, Guyan Alan
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An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole connected to the upper, and an outsole connected to the midsole. The midsole includes a platform extending along a perimeter portion of the midsole and a lattice structure integrally formed with the platform, the lattice structure including a network of laths. 1. A sole assembly comprising a lattice structure including: a first portion of the plurality of laths is arranged within a first region of the sole assembly,', 'a second portion of the plurality of laths is arranged within a second region of the sole assembly, and', 'each lath in the first portion of laths has a first girth that is substantially different from a second girth of each lath in the second portion of laths; and, 'a plurality of laths, each lath of the plurality of laths having a longitudinal structure defining a longitudinal axis and a girth centered about the longitudinal axis, whereina plurality of cell units formed by the plurality of laths, each of the plurality of cell units having a substantially uniform volume.2. The sole assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first region and the second region are distinct regions arranged relative to a toe end claim 1 , a heel end claim 1 , an arch side claim 1 , and an outward side of a shoe.3. The sole assembly of claim 2 , wherein a height of the lattice structure varies from the toe end to the heel end.4. The sole assembly of claim 1 , wherein the lattice structure further comprises:a transition portion of laths disposed in a transition area arranged between the first region and the second region, wherein the laths in the transition portion of laths have girths that are gradations between the first girth and the second girth.5. The sole assembly of claim 1 , wherein the lattice structure is formed as a single unitary part.6. The sole assembly of claim 5 , wherein the lattice structure is integrally formed without gate marks claim 5 , sprue marks claim 5 , parting line marks and ejector pin marks.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 5
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Mould, machine and method for manufacturing three-dimensional items and manufacturing plant associated with same

Номер: US20220032567A1
Автор: Adrian Hernandez Hernandez
Принадлежит: Simplicity Works Europe SL

The invention relates to a mould ( 1 ) for manufacturing three-dimensional items, comprising a body ( 2 ); a lid ( 4 ) configured to close said body ( 2 ); and incorporated closing and opening means ( 5 ) configured to keep the body ( 2 ) and the lid ( 4 ) joined during the movement thereof. A machine (M 1 ) for manufacturing three-dimensional items, comprising a receiving module (M 2 ) configured to receive the mould ( 1 ); a conditioning module (M 3 ) configured to receive the mould ( 1 ) from the receiving module (M 2 ) and act on the incorporated closing and opening means ( 5 ) in order to separate the lid ( 4 ) from the body ( 2 ); and a handling module (M 4 ) configured to receive the body ( 2 ) from the conditioning module (M 3 ) and enable the placement of the components of the item to be manufactured. A method for manufacturing three-dimensional items and manufacturing plant associated with said machine (M 1 ).

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Номер записи: 6
28-01-2016 дата публикации

Methods and Apparatus for Manufacturing Articles of Footwear Including Different Materials

Номер: US20160021973A1
Автор: Stefano Ferniani, Tony XIE
Принадлежит: Crocs Inc

A method for manufacturing an article of footwear includes providing a base portion of the article of footwear and providing a sheet. A pneumatic pressure differential is applied to the sheet to displace the sheet toward the base portion and shape the sheet against the base portion. The sheet is coupled to the base portion. Excess material is removed from the sheet such that a remainder of the sheet defines a portion of the article of footwear.

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Номер записи: 7
21-01-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING OF SHOE PARTS WITH A PICKUP TOOL

Номер: US20210018893A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Jean Ming-Feng, Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, LIU YEN-HSI, Regan Patrick Conall, Wu Hung-Yu
Принадлежит:

Manufacturing of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by executing various shoe-manufacturing processes in an automated fashion. For example, information describing a shoe part may be determined, such as an identification, an orientation, a color, a surface topography, an alignment, a size, etc. Based on the information describing the shoe part, automated shoe-manufacturing apparatuses may be instructed to apply various shoe-manufacturing processes to the shoe part, such as a pickup and placement of the shoe part with a pickup tool. 1. A method of manufacturing an article with the aid of a pickup tool , the method comprising:capturing a first article component with the pickup tool having a contact surface using a first pickup force type and a second pickup force type;moving the captured first article component to a position aligned with a second article component;releasing the captured first article component to be placed in alignment with the second article component;attaching the first and second article components to one another to generate an assembled article component; andreturning the assembled article component to a manufacturing station.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pickup tool has independently activated pickup zones that are independently activated when capturing the first article component.3. The method of further comprising using a vision recognition system to guide positioning of the pickup tool.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pickup tool first pickup force type and the pickup tool second pickup force type are independently activated.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pickup tool is coupled with a moving apparatus that moves the pickup tool.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first pickup force type and the second pickup force type are concurrently applied to capture the first article component claim 1 , wherein the first pickup force type is a different pickup force type from the second pickup force type.7. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 8
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Method of Customizing Heel Cushioning in Articles of Footwear

Номер: US20190029366A1
Автор: Cook Christopher S., Kohatsu Shane S., Rowe Daniel T., Schoolmeester Bret
Принадлежит:

An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a system that modifies the heel cushioning of the sole member over a series of footwear purchases. The modifications can be configured to correspond to a customer's evaluation of the heel cushioning previously purchased. The sole member can include a set of apertures that are formed along various surfaces of the sole member to adjust the cushioning characteristics of the sole member. 1. A method of manufacturing articles of footwear , comprising:transmitting data to a computing system of a user for: (a) generating a rating system for evaluating a first level of heel cushioning of a first sole member of a first article of footwear, wherein the first sole member includes a first base sole layer, and (b) requesting input from the user through the computing system including a customer-selected rating of the first level of heel cushioning;receiving the customer-selected rating from the user for the first level of heel cushioning;selecting a second base sole layer;forming at least a first aperture in a heel portion of the second base sole layer to form a second sole member with a second level of heel cushioning, wherein the second level of heel cushioning is determined based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of heel cushioning in the first article of footwear;manufacturing a second article of footwear having the second sole member that includes the second base sole layer; andproviding the user with the second article of footwear including the second sole member.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first aperture is formed using a laser.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first aperture is formed oriented parallel to a vertical axis of the second base sole layer claim 1 , wherein the vertical axis extends between an upper surface and a lower surface of the second base sole layer.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first ...

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Номер записи: 9
31-01-2019 дата публикации

ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR HAVING A 3-D PRINTED FABRIC

Номер: US20190029369A1
Автор: Loveder Christopher J., VanWagnen Daniel J.
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A system and method for manufacturing an upper of the footwear by additively depositing material to form a fabric element having a plurality of threads, and incorporating the fabric element into the footwear. The plurality of threads of the fabric element may form at least one texture. Additionally or alternatively, the fabric element may be manufactured with a shape that conforms to a 3-D contoured surface. 1. A method of manufacturing an article of footwear comprising:additively depositing material to form a fabric element, the fabric element having a plurality of threads that form at least one texture; andincorporating the fabric element into the article of footwear.2. The method of wherein the plurality of threads form a first texture in a first area and a second texture in a second area claim 1 , the first texture being different from the second texture to impart varying textures to a surface of the fabric element.3. The method of wherein the first area is formed of a first stitch or weave configuration claim 2 , wherein the second area is formed of a second stitch or weave configuration.4. The method of wherein the first area is formed of a first stitch configuration claim 2 , and wherein the second area is formed of a second stitch configuration claim 2 , and wherein at least one of the first stitch configuration and the second stitch configuration is a knit construction formed by additively depositing material.5. The method of comprising:generating a three-dimensional model of the fabric element with digital representations of the plurality of threads;digitally slicing the three-dimensional model into a plurality of two-dimensional layers that, when stacked, form the three-dimensional model; andadditively depositing the respective two-dimensional layers to form the fabric element.6. The method of comprising:depositing a first type of the material that is insoluble in the presence of an agent; anddepositing a second type of material that is soluble in the ...

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Номер записи: 10
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Method of Customizing Forefoot Cushioning in Articles of Footwear

Номер: US20210030110A1
Автор: Cook Christopher S., Kohatsu Shane S., Rowe Daniel T., Schoolmeester Bret
Принадлежит:

An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a system that modifies the forefoot cushioning of the sole member over a series of footwear purchases. The modifications can be configured to correspond to a customer's evaluation of the forefoot cushioning previously purchased. The sole member can include a set of apertures or incisions that are formed along various surfaces of the sole member to adjust the cushioning characteristics of the sole member. 1. A method for customizing an article of footwear , comprising:receiving data for generating a rating system on a customer computing system for evaluating a first level of forefoot cushioning of a first sole member of a first article of footwear, wherein the first article of footwear has a first base sole layer;transmitting, from the customer computing system to a manufacturer computing system, data including a customer-selected rating of the first level of forefoot cushioning received from the rating system;transmitting, from the customer computing system to the manufacturer computing system, an order for a second article of footwear based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of forefoot cushioning, wherein the second article of footwear has a second base sole layer; andproviding the second article of footwear to a customer location, wherein the second article of footwear includes a second sole member with a second level of forefoot cushioning formed with at least a first aperture in a forefoot portion of the second base sole layer to form a second sole member with a second level of forefoot cushioning, wherein the second level of forefoot cushioning is different from the first level of forefoot cushioning and is determined based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of forefoot cushioning of the first sole member.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising providing an application interface on the ...

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Номер записи: 11
31-01-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS TO RE-CREATE AN INTERNAL SHAPE OF A SHOE

Номер: US20190033805A1
Автор: Gonzales, JR. Sergio Pinzon
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A method and a system are provided to re-create an internal shape of a shoe using a pneumatically-powered inflatable sock. For example, a shoe last used to manufacture a shoe product based on a selected shoe identifier may be identified. A description of the dimensions of the shoe last may be accessed. The description of the dimensions of the shoe last may be expressed as a set of fills per chamber of a sock having a plurality of fillable chambers. The set of fills per chamber may be determined based on the displacement of an inner wall of the sock when the fillable chambers are in an inflated state. Further, an instruction to cause the plurality of fillable chambers to inflate according to the accessed description may be transmitted. 1. A method comprising:transmitting an instruction referencing a description of an internal shape of a first clothing item to a fitting device;causing, using one or more hardware processors, the fitting device to adjust according to the description of the internal shape of the first clothing item, the adjusting of the fitting device resulting in a mimicked internal shape of the first clothing item;receiving, via a user interface, input pertaining to a fit of the first clothing item based on the causing of the fitting device to adjust according to the description of the internal shape of the first clothing item; andcausing, based on the input, display of a recommendation of a second clothing item in the user interface.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:identifying one or more attributes of the first clothing item; andidentifying the second clothing item based on the one or more attributes of the first clothing item.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the one or more attributes include at least one of a manufacturer claim 2 , a model claim 2 , or a size of the clothing item.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the input indicates that the first clothing item fits well claim 1 , and wherein the second clothing item matches the ...

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Номер записи: 12
07-02-2019 дата публикации

3d printed articles of footwear with sensors and methods of forming the same

Номер: US20190037960A1
Автор: Travis Alexander BUSBEE
Принадлежит: Voxel8 Inc

The present disclosure is related to three-dimensionally printed articles for use in footwear and associated systems and methods. In some embodiments, a three-dimensionally printed article may comprise a closed-cell foam. The closed-cell foam may have a gradient in and/or may be a single integrated material. In some embodiments, a three-dimensionally printed article may comprise a sensor. The use of such arrangements can, according to certain embodiments, allow for the production of improved articles of footwear and/or customized articles of footwear.

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Номер записи: 13
07-02-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A SHOE PART PRODUCTION MACHINE

Номер: US20190037971A1
Автор: CARLUCCI Patrizio, MITCHELL Joseph Henry
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The present invention relates to a method for generating control data for controlling a shoe part production machine for making shoes or elements for optimizing traction properties of the shoe by customizing modules to be mounted on the sole for a specific user, said method comprising the steps of: receiving user profile data describing the characteristics of the user where the user profile data comprise use data and test data, receiving a user selection identifying a selected shoe from a number of shoe models or a selected element influencing the property of a shoe, generating modified template data by modifying a shoe sole template corresponding to the selected shoe model or by modifying an element influencing the properties corresponding to the selected element, said modifications being performed based on said received user profile data, generating control data based on said modified template data. 114-. (canceled)15. A method for generating control data for controlling a shoe part production machine for making shoes or elements for optimizing traction properties of the shoe by customizing modules to be mounted on the sole for a specific user , said method comprising the steps of:receiving user profile data describing the characteristics of the user where the user profile data comprise use data and test data, wherein the use data is collected data which originates from measurements performed in a heel area of the shoe;receiving a user selection identifying a selected shoe from one or more shoe models or a selected element influencing the property of a shoe;generating modified template data by modifying a shoe sole template corresponding to the selected shoe model or by modifying an element influencing the properties corresponding to the selected element, said modifications being performed based on said received user profile data; andgenerating control data based on said modified template data.16. A method according to claim 15 , wherein said template data stored ...

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Номер записи: 14
03-03-2022 дата публикации

Systems and methods for custom footwear, apparel, and accessories

Номер: US20220061463A1
Автор: Craig D. Vanderoef, Henry SONG, Longtao Wang, Safir Bellali
Принадлежит: Vans Inc

An example method may comprise determining, based at least on one or more images, one or more areas of wear indicative of worn portions of an article such as an article of footwear. The example method may comprise mapping the one or more areas of wear to a two dimensional wear model. The example method may comprise determining, based at least on the one or more images, a severity of wear of one or more of the one or more areas of wear. The example method may comprise determining, based on the two dimensional wear model and the severity of wear of each of the one or more areas of wear, a pattern for a custom article. The example method may comprise outputting a machine-readable code representing the pattern. The machine-readable code may be configured to be processed by a machine to cause manufacture of at least a portion of the custom article.

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Номер записи: 15
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Shoe and method for producing shoe

Номер: US20210052033A1
Автор: Ayu BESSHO, Norihiko Taniguchi, Satoru Abe
Принадлежит: Asics Corp

Provided is a shoe including an upper composed of a fiber sheet, the fiber sheet including: a base sheet including yarns having heat shrinkability; and a plurality of chip members, each of which is a sheet having an area smaller than that of the base sheet, the base sheet and the plurality of chip members being layered and joined together.

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Номер записи: 16
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Shoemaking System

Номер: US20200046082A1
Автор: Yih-Ping Luh
Принадлежит: Qingyuan Global Technology Services Ltd

The present disclosure relates to a shoemaking system, including a processing unit, a first conveying device, a first pickup device, a scanning device, a first coating device and a first applying device. The first conveying device comprises at least one support; the first pickup device picks up an upper and the upper is disposed on the first support of the first conveying device. The scanning device is connected to the processing unit and can scan a scanning area; the first conveying device moves the upper on the first support to the scanning area. The scanning device scans the upper in the scanning area and outputs three-dimensional structure data; the processing unit obtains the three-dimensional structure data from the scanning device and decides a first coating path and a first applying path. The first coating device is configured to spray a first treating agent to the upper according to the first coating path; the first applying device is configured to apply a first adhesive to the upper according to the first applying path.

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Номер записи: 17
22-02-2018 дата публикации

SHOE WITH LATTICE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20180049514A1
Автор: BERNS Jason, Fallon Kevin, Guyan Alan
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An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole connected to the upper, and an outsole connected to the midsole. The midsole includes a lattice structure comprising a network of laths forming a plurality of cell units, the plurality of cell units arranged in a plurality of layers on the midsole. The midsole defines at least a first zone and a second zone wherein each cell unit in the first zone has a physical property that is substantially different from a cell unit in the second zone. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an upper;a midsole connected to the upper, the midsole including a lattice structure comprising a network of laths forming a plurality of cell units, the plurality of cell units arranged in a plurality of layers on the midsole, the midsole defining at least a first zone and a second zone wherein each cell unit in the first zone has a physical property that is substantially different from a cell unit in the second zone; andan outsole connected to the midsole.2. The article of footwear of wherein the physical property is a lath girth associated with each cell unit.3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , the midsole further comprising a platform connected to the lattice structure claim 1 , the platform including a first surface configured to face a sole of a foot of a wearer and a second surface opposite the first surface.4. The article of footwear of claim 3 , wherein the lattice structure extends from a lower surface of the platform and at least two layers of cell units are arranged in a heel portion of the midsole.5. The article of footwear of wherein the platform extends along at least a perimeter of the lattice structure.6. The article of footwear of wherein the midsole is a monolithic component formed as a unitary part.7. The article of footwear of wherein the plurality of cell units include a plurality of complete cell units and a plurality of incomplete cell units claim 1 , wherein the incomplete cell units include partial laths forming ...

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Номер записи: 18
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Shoemaking Method and a Shoemaking System

Номер: US20200051152A1
Автор: LUH YIH-PING
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The present disclosure relates to a shoemaking method and a shoemaking system, wherein the shoe design data is obtained from a user through the Internet or Internet of Things, and the purchase data is provided to the user according to the shoe design data. When an order data is obtained from the user, at least one pair of designed shoes is produced according to the shoe design data. The present method provides a tracking tag for the designed shoes. The tracking tag corresponds to tracking information. When the tracking tag is scanned by the scanning device connected to the Internet or Internet of Things, the scanning device uploads the tracking information through the Internet or Internet of Things. 1. A shoemaking method , comprising:obtaining shoes design data from a user through Internet or Internet of Things;providing purchase data to the user according to the shoes design data;producing at least one pair of designed shoes according to the shoes design data when obtaining an order data from the user;providing the pair of designed shoes with a tracking tag, the tracking tag corresponding to tracking information; andwhile the tracking tag is scanned by a scanning device connected to Internet or Internet of Things, the scanning device uploading the tracking information through Internet or Internet of Things.2. The shoemaking method according to claim 1 , wherein the tracking tag comprises barcode data or a radio frequency identification element; the barcode data or the radio frequency identification element corresponds to the tracking information.3. The shoemaking method according to claim 1 , wherein the purchase data comprises an estimated fee of production and an estimated time of production.4. The shoemaking method according to claim 3 , wherein the step of providing the purchase data comprises:calculating the estimated time of production based on a quantity of materials in a stock database.5. The shoemaking method according to claim 1 , wherein the purchase ...

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Номер записи: 19
20-02-2020 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR DESIGNING FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20200057837A1
Автор: CLUCKERS Tom, WILSSENS Jean-Pierre
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Methods and apparatuses for designing custom footwear are disclosed. An apparatus for designing custom footwear may include a data collection system, a data processing system, and a manufacturing system, where the manufacturing system includes an additive manufacturing device. A method for designing custom footwear may comprise receiving user-specific data, generating a user model, identifying issues in the user model, determining corrective features, generating a custom footwear model, and manufacturing the custom footwear. 1. A method of designing a custom footwear model based on a user model , the method comprising:receiving user data associated with a user, wherein the user data comprises dynamic data measurements of user movements;generating the user model based on the received user data and statistical foot data associating at least one type of foot characteristic provided in the user data with a different type of foot characteristic not provided in the user data, the user model comprising a model of a foot of the user;determining one or more issues specific to the user based on a comparison of the user model to one or more foot statistical shape models;determining one or more corrective features for addressing the one or more issues based on the comparison of the user model to the one or more foot statistical shape models, wherein the one or more corrective features comprise a microstructure having a size and position configured to address the one more issues; andgenerating the custom footwear model comprising the one or more determined corrective features, wherein a footwear part is created layer by layer based on the custom footwear model using additive manufacturing.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the user data includes one or more of: foot pressure data claim 1 , gait data claim 1 , body data claim 1 , or image data.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the footwear part is one of an insole claim 1 , a midsole claim 1 , or an outsole.4. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 20
08-03-2018 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE SURFACE FOR USE IN MANUFACTURING SHOE PARTS

Номер: US20180064214A1
Автор: Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, LIU YEN-HSI, QUIGLEY MIKE F.
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Manufacturing of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by executing various shoe-manufacturing processes in an automated manner. For example, shoe parts may be retrieved and temporarily assembled according to preset relative positions to form part stacks. The part stacks may be retrieved with the relative positioning of the shoe parts being maintained and placed at a stitching machine for more permanent attachment via stitching of the parts to form a shoe assembly. Movement during stitching of a conveyance mechanism that transfers the part stack from the stacking surface to the stitching machine and movement of a needle associated with the stitching machine may be controlled by a shared control mechanism such that the movements are synchronized with respect to one another. Vision systems may be leveraged to achieve movement and position information between and at machines and locations. 1. An adjustable surface for use in the automated manufacture of shoe parts , the surface comprising:a support structure having a substantially planar support surface; anda plurality of adjustable members coupled with the support structure, each of the members being independently adjustable in at least one direction relative to the planar support surface.2. The adjustable surface of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of adjustable members are aligned substantially parallel to one another such that respective longitudinal axes thereof are perpendicular to the plane of the support surface.3. The adjustable surface of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of members is independently adjustable in at least a direction perpendicular to the plane of the support surface.4. The adjustable surface of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of members is independently adjustable in at least a direction parallel to the plane of the support surface.5. The adjustable surface of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of members has an extended position and a retracted position claim 1 , and ...

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Номер записи: 21
11-03-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING SHOE COMPONENTS

Номер: US20210068504A1
Автор: WANG Shui-Mu
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A method for assembling shoe components includes the steps of: providing at least two shoe components, a shoe last and a film unit; placing the at least two shoe components on an outer surface of the shoe last; removably covering an assembly of the at least two shoe components and the shoe last with the film unit such that the film unit and the shoe last cooperatively define a confining space therebetween; and pumping air out of the confining space and heating the at least two shoe components to shrink and deform the film unit so as to press the at least two shoe components to adhere tightly to each other. 111-. (canceled)12. A method for assembling shoe components , comprising:providing at least two shoe components, a shoe last and a film unit, at least one of the at least two shoe components having an adhesive layer, the shoe last having a shoe last body, the film unit including at least one flexible air barrier film;placing the at least two shoe components on an outer surface of the shoe last body;removably covering an assembly of the at least two shoe components and the shoe last with the at least one flexible air barrier film such that the at least one flexible air barrier film and the shoe last cooperatively define a confining space therebetween; andpumping air out of the confining space and heating the at least two shoe components to shrink and deform the at least one flexible air barrier film so as to press the at least two shoe components to adhere tightly to each other;wherein the shoe last body is formed with an air port and a plurality of vent holes communicating with the air port and the confining space, the air port being configured for pumping the air out of the confining space through the vent holes; andwherein the at least one flexible air barrier film has a through hole corresponding to the air port in of the shoe last body.13. The method as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the film unit includes two opposite flexible air barrier films removably ...

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Номер записи: 22
09-03-2017 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR DESIGNING FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20170068774A1
Автор: CLUCKERS Tom, WILSSENS Jean-Pierre
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Methods and apparatuses for designing custom footwear are disclosed. An apparatus for designing custom footwear may include a data collection system, a data processing system, and a manufacturing system, where the manufacturing system includes an additive manufacturing device. A method for designing custom footwear may comprise receiving user-specific data, generating a user model, identifying issues in the user model, determining corrective features, generating a custom footwear model, and manufacturing the custom footwear. 1. A method of designing a custom footwear model based on a user model , the method comprising:receiving user data associated with a user, wherein the user data comprises dynamic data measurements of user movements;generating a user model based on the received user data;determining one or more corrective features based on the user model, wherein the one or more corrective features comprise at least one of an area of reduced or increased thickness, a bending line, a rib, a cut, a striation, or a microstructure; andgenerate a custom footwear model comprising one or more determined corrective features.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the user data includes one or more of: foot pressure data claim 1 , gait data claim 1 , body data claim 1 , or image data.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining one or more corrective features is additionally based on statistical data.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the statistical data comprises a statistical shape model.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the footwear part is one of an insole claim 2 , a midsole claim 2 , or an outsole.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the footwear part comprises at least one of an area of reduced or increased thickness claim 2 , a bending line claim 2 , a rib claim 2 , a cut claim 2 , a striation claim 2 , or a microstructure.8. The method of claim 2 , wherein the footwear part is configured to alter a biomechanical action of the user's foot.9. The method of claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 23
18-03-2021 дата публикации

SHOE WITH LATTICE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210076771A1
Автор: BERNS Jason, Fallon Kevin, Guyan Alan
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An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole connected to the upper, and an outsole connected to the midsole. The midsole includes a platform extending along a perimeter portion of the midsole and a lattice structure integrally formed with the platform, the lattice structure including a network of laths. 1. A sole assembly comprising a lattice structure including: a first portion of the plurality of laths is arranged within a first region of the sole assembly,', 'a second portion of the plurality of laths is arranged within a second region of the sole assembly, and', 'each lath in the first portion of laths has a first girth that is substantially different from a second girth of each lath in the second portion of laths; and, 'a plurality of laths, each lath of the plurality of laths having a longitudinal structure defining a longitudinal axis and a girth centered about the longitudinal axis, whereina plurality of cell units formed by the plurality of laths, each of the plurality of cell units having a substantially uniform volume.2. The sole assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first region and the second region are distinct regions arranged relative to a toe end claim 1 , a heel end claim 1 , an arch side claim 1 , and an outward side of a shoe.3. The sole assembly of claim 2 , wherein a height of the lattice structure varies from the toe end to the heel end.4. The sole assembly of claim 1 , wherein the lattice structure further comprises:a transition portion of laths disposed in a transition area arranged between the first region and the second region, wherein the laths in the transition portion of laths have girths that are gradations between the first girth and the second girth.5. The sole assembly of claim 1 , wherein the laths in the transition portion have girths that vary to provide the gradations.6. The sole assembly of claim 1 , wherein the lattice structure is formed as a single unitary part.7. The sole assembly of claim 5 , wherein the lattice ...

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Номер записи: 24
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Article of footwear with tubular structures

Номер: US20200077747A1
Автор: Matthew J. HOLMES, Stefan E. Guest, Yoav STERMAN
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An article of footwear has a tubular structure that may conform to various anatomical features of a foot. The tubular structure has a tunnel, and a tensile strand runs through the tunnel. Applying tension along the tensile strand may cause the tubular structure to conform more closely to one or more anatomical features. The geometry, or path, of the tubular structure on the article may be customized.

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Номер записи: 25
30-03-2017 дата публикации

PICK-UP TOOL WITH INTEGRATED LIGHT SOURCE

Номер: US20170087729A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Farren John Matthew, Fu Howard, Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, PRAHLAD Harsha, Regan Patrick Conall
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Acquisition or pick-up tools that themselves aid in improving the ease with which images of an acquired substrate may be captured, and methods of operating such pick-up tools, are provided. The pick-up tools may include a pick-up surface adapted to interface with a foreign substrate and a light source integrated with the pick-up tool such that light emitted from the light source passes through the pick-up surface to the foreign substrate when the foreign substrate is temporarily coupled with the pick-up surface to create a silhouette of the foreign substrate. A vision system may be adapted for capturing the silhouette of the foreign substrate when the foreign substrate is temporarily coupled with the pick-up surface. The substrate pick-up surface may be formed of one of a transparent, a semi-transparent, or a translucent material such that light may at least partially pass there through. 1. A method of operating a substrate pick-up tool , the method comprising:activating a pick-up force of a substrate pick-up tool;picking up a foreign substrate with the substrate pick-up tool;positioning the substrate pick-up tool within a field of view of a vision system while the foreign substrate is temporarily adhered to a pick-up surface of the substrate pickup tool; andwith the vision system, capturing an image of the pick-up surface while the foreign substrate is temporarily adhered to the pick-up surface,wherein the pick-up surface is one of transparent, semi-transparent, or translucent, andwherein the substrate pick-up tool includes a light source movable in conjunction with the pick-up surface relative to the vision system, the light source adapted such that light emitted from the light source passes through the pick-up surface to the foreign substrate to create a silhouette of the foreign substrate to be captured by the vision system.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate pick-up tool is vacuum-enabled.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate pick-up ...

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Номер записи: 26
30-03-2017 дата публикации

Automatic Shoe Cover Dispenser with Shoe Cover Cartridge

Номер: US20170088339A1
Автор: Liangjie Xu
Принадлежит: Oto Industry (wuhan) Co Ltd

A shoe cover cartridge includes two guiding arms and a plurality of shoe covers overlapped in a sequential manner to define a standby shoe cover and a subsequent shoe cover. Front and rear interlocking units are provided at front and rear sides of each of the shoe cover respectively and are slidably engaged with the guiding arms at a position that the front interlocking unit at the subsequent shoe cover is located in front of the rear interlocking unit at the standby shoe cover along the guiding arms. Therefore, when the standby shoe cover is pulled for dispensing, the subsequent shoe cover is pulled by the standby shoe to dispense the shoe covers in a sequential order.

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Номер записи: 27
19-03-2020 дата публикации

THREE DIMENSIONAL FOOTWEAR COMPONENT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

Номер: US20200086597A1
Автор: Jessiman Alexander W., Mahoney Christopher J., Paulson Andrea A., White J. Spencer
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A 3D foam component for an article of footwear and a method for manufacturing a 3D foam component for an article of footwear is provided. The method includes a sequential deposition of liquid droplets of liquid polymer material onto an object carrier. A blowing agent is introduced to the molten polymer prior to or sequentially with or after the discharge of a liquid droplet. The resulting component includes a plurality of foam pellets formed by the expansion and cooling of droplets of liquid polymer material injected with the blowing agent. 1. A method of manufacturing a polymer foam component for an article of footwear comprising:sequentially dispensing droplets of a liquid polymer material from a discharge unit into a design space at least partially defined by an object carrier configured to support a polymer foam component for an article of footwear during construction;introducing a blowing agent to the liquid polymer material at least one of before, during and after the sequentially dispensing step;generating control signals in response to coordinates of a 3D design for the polymer foam component; andmoving the at least one of the object carrier and the discharge unit relative to the other in response to the control signals;wherein the polymer foam component comprises a plurality of foam pellets formed by the expansion and cooling of the droplets in the design space.2. The method of claim 1 ,wherein the discharge unit comprises a material reservoir terminating at an outlet opening, andwherein the sequentially dispensing step comprises oscillating a nozzle needle within the material reservoir relative to the outlet opening.3. The method of comprising:oscillating the nozzle needle within the material reservoir relative to the outlet opening in response to the control signals.4. The method of claim 3 ,wherein the introducing the blowing agent comprises injecting blowing agent into the material reservoir beneath the nozzle needle.5. The method of any of claims 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 28
01-04-2021 дата публикации

METHOD, DEVICE AND SYSTEM FOR MEASURING, EVALUATING AND SIMULATING A SHOE

Номер: US20210093049A1
Автор: HOLLENBACHER Jens
Принадлежит: MOLIBSO ENTWICKLUNGS- UND VERTRIEBS GMBH

A method for measuring and evaluating functions and a shape of a shoe. The method includes providing a measuring surface with pressure sensors, acquiring pressure values with the pressure sensors via a user wearing the shoe on the user's foot standing on, walking on, and/or running on the measuring surface, evaluating the pressure values acquired by the pressure sensors via a computer program, and determining a shape, a dimension and/or a material of a bottom of the shoe based on the pressure values acquired. 126-. (canceled)27. A method for measuring and evaluating functions and a shape of a shoe , the method comprising:providing a measuring surface comprising a plurality of pressure sensors;acquiring pressure values with the plurality of pressure sensors via a user wearing the shoe on the user's foot at least one of standing on, walking on, and running on the measuring surface;evaluating the pressure values acquired by the plurality of pressure sensors via a computer program; anddetermining at least one of a shape, a dimension and a material of a bottom of the shoe based on the pressure values acquired.28. The method as recited in claim 27 , further comprising:determining at least one of a shape and a dimension of a shoe upper of the shoe based on the pressure values acquired.29. A method for generating data for at least one of a manufacturing claim 27 , a measurement claim 27 , and an evaluation of a shoe that is individually adapted to a person claim 27 , the method comprising:providing a pressure distribution measuring apparatus comprising a measuring surface; a shoe bottom which comprises a plurality of resting sections, wherein at least one of a height and at least one mechanical property of the plurality of resting sections is individually controllable, or', {'b': '3', 'an insole which comprises a plurality of resting sections (), wherein at least one of a height and at least one mechanical property of the plurality of resting sections is individually ...

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Номер записи: 29
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Three-Dimensional Shoe Manufacturing

Номер: US20150101134A1
Автор: Hill Jan, Hoying Brian, Kormann Marco, Lott Christian, Manz Gerd Rainer, Wardlaw Angus
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Described are methods for the manufacture of a shoe, an apparatus to perform such method, as well as a shoe manufactured by such method. According to certain examples, the method for the manufacture of a shoe includes providing a three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe component and processing the three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe component, wherein the processing includes an individually controllable succession of processing steps. 1. A method for the manufacture of a shoe , the method comprising:providing a three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe component; andprocessing the three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe component,wherein the processing comprises an individually controllable succession of processing steps.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the individually controllable succession of processing steps is determined from a computer generated shoe model.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the computer generated shoe model is selected from a predetermined set of shoe models that are stored on a computer.4. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the computer generated shoe model is selected by setting one or more parameters.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein during processing claim 1 , the three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe component is arranged on a mounting device comprising a shape that at least partially corresponds to the three-dimensional pre-shape of the first shoe component.6. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the mounting device comprises a last.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the last comprises a variable volume.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe component comprises at least a part of a shoe upper.9. A method for the manufacture of a shoe claim 1 , the method comprising:manufacturing a three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe component around a mounting device; andprocessing the three-dimensionally pre-shaped first shoe ...

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Номер записи: 30
08-04-2021 дата публикации

Article with fiber pattern and method of manufacturing the article using an embroidery machine

Номер: US20210100321A1
Автор: Fanny Yung Ho, Guillermo RAFFAELE
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A method of manufacturing an article may include positioning a first textile sheet against a second textile sheet and reciprocating a single needle of an embroidery machine through the first textile sheet and the second textile sheet, the needle forcing fibers of the second textile sheet through the first textile sheet. The fibers may have terminal ends extending outward of an exterior side of the first textile sheet through which the fibers are forced. A method may include forcing fibers from a second side to an opposite side of a single textile sheet to create a pattern of the fibers on the opposite side. Various articles such as footwear uppers may be manufactured according to the method.

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Номер записи: 31
23-04-2015 дата публикации

Automated Trimming Of Pliable Items

Номер: US20150107033A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Ho Cheng-Yen, QUIGLEY MIKE F., Wang Shu-Hui
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

The present invention relates to the automated cutting of pliable items. More particularly, the present invention relates to the automatic cutting and/or trimming of pliable items, such as a shoe upper that lacks uniformity. An image of the pliable item is captured having image features and a pattern is retrieved having pattern features, such as a proposed cut path. An image feature is compared to distance tolerances associated with pattern features to adjust the proposed cut path such that it satisfies the distance tolerances while providing a consistently sized and shaped trimmed item. 1. A system for removing unwanted portions of pliable items , the system comprising:an image capturing device operable to capture an image of a pliable item;a processor coupled to the image capturing device that identifies at least one critical image feature within the captured image of the pliable item; (1) the pliable item,', '(2) at least one critical pattern feature associated with the pliable item, and', '(3) a corresponding proposed cut path for the pliable item at least partially referenced from the identified critical pattern feature;, 'a computer-readable memory retaining at least one pattern representation corresponding to the pliable item, the pattern representation identifyinga processing system that overlays the proposed cut path onto the captured image and compares the at least one critical image feature to a predetermined tolerance associated with the at least one critical pattern feature, and generates an adjusted final cut path that satisfies the predetermined tolerances; anda cutting system moveable along the generated final cut path to trim the pliable item along the final cut path.2. The system for removing unwanted portions of pliable items of claim 1 , further comprising:a retaining surface that holds the at least one pliable item in a substantially planar orientation to expose a surface of the pliable item to the image capturing device; anda lighting system ...

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Номер записи: 32
21-04-2016 дата публикации

Automatic Shoe Cover Dispenser with Shoe Cover Cartridge

Номер: US20160107823A1
Автор: Liang Jie Xu
Принадлежит: Oto Industry (wuhan) Co Ltd

A shoe cover cartridge includes two guiding arms and a plurality of shoe covers overlapped in a sequential manner to define a standby shoe cover and a subsequent shoe cover. Front and rear interlocking units are provided at front and rear sides of each of the shoe cover respectively and are slidably engaged with the guiding arms at a position that the front interlocking unit at the subsequent shoe cover is located in front of the rear interlocking unit at the standby shoe cover along the guiding arms. Therefore, when the standby shoe cover is pulled for dispensing, the subsequent shoe cover is pulled by the standby shoe to dispense the shoe covers in a sequential order.

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Номер записи: 33
20-04-2017 дата публикации

Orthopedic insole

Номер: US20170105475A1
Автор: Li-Da Huang
Принадлежит: Individual

An orthopedic insole may include at least one strength layer and at least one shock absorbing layer. In one embodiment, the strength layer may be relatively rigid and includes a heel portion and an arch portion, contoured to fit the plantar or bottom surface of the foot to provide arch support. The shock absorbing layer may include a plurality of shock absorbing cells such as recoverable honeycombs or any other negative stiffness structure with the capability to recover. A gait analysis that may include an individual's weight transfer trajectory may have to be conducted to determine the structure of the shock absorbing layer. The orthopedic insole may further include an adjusting layer to supplement the strength layer and the shock absorbing layer to make adjustment to the orthopedic insole if needed.

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Номер записи: 34
29-04-2021 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A MULTI-LAYERED SOLE DIRECTLY ON THE UPPER AND MACHINE OPERATING WITH SAID PROCESS

Номер: US20210120919A1
Автор: SCOLARO Filippo
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A process for manufacturing a multi-layered sole directly on the upper, of the type that employs the technique known as “direct injection on the upper”, by which soles are made of a plastic material and consist of a plurality of layers with different colour, density, softness and physical-mechanical properties. Said layers form at least an external sole, called “outsole”, an internal sole, called “insole” that adheres and extends only partially or totally on the surface of the upper, and an intermediate sole, called “midsole”, that is intended to hold the other two above-said soles. Said process provides for the use of a single mould which is brought, when suitably equipped, in a well-defined sequence, in front of at least three distinct injectors (I, I, I) in order to obtain, also in sequence, by at least a first moulding operation (P) the lower portion of the sole, i.e. the “outsole”, by at least a second moulding operation (P) the upper part of the sole, i.e. the “insole” and by at least a third moulding operation (P) the “midsole”. 15-. (canceled)7. PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A MULTI-LAYERED SOLE DIRECTLY ON THE UPPER claim 6 , according to claim 6 , wherein it provides a cavity in the mould claim 6 , in order to obtain the “outsole” (S) claim 6 , that is defined by the disc claim 6 , the base and the two opposed side half-rings claim 6 , mutually close to each other.8. PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A MULTI-LAYERED SOLE DIRECTLY ON THE UPPER claim 6 , according to claim 6 , wherein it provides a cavity in the mould claim 6 , in order to obtain the “insole” (S) claim 6 , that is defined by a form related to the upper (T) and by the two opposed upper half-rings claim 6 , mutually close to each other.9. PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A MULTI-LAYERED SOLE DIRECTLY ON THE UPPER claim 6 , according to claim 6 , wherein it provides a cavity in the mould claim 6 , in order to obtain the intermediate sole (S) claim 6 , that is defined by the form related to the upper (T) and the “ ...

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Номер записи: 35
13-05-2021 дата публикации

Customized Article Type

Номер: US20210137220A1
Автор: Dirsa David J., Gerber Clifford B., Gheorghian Petre, Morris E. Scott
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A method of making an article of footwear is disclosed. The method may include the steps of selecting a family of article types, selecting a customized article type, manufacturing an article of footwear with the customized article type and shipping the article of footwear to a pre-designated shipping address. The customized article type can be configured with a user selected characteristic. The method can also include limiting the number of article types displayed to a user at any time. 1. A method of customization for an article of footwear , comprising:receiving a selected family of article types;providing a set of article types according to the selected family of article types, wherein information related to the set of article types is graphically representing the set of article types within a graphical interface system of a customization system;receiving a user-selected article type from the set of article types;determining whether the user-selected article type has reached a customized type limit; andmanufacturing, if the user-selected article type has not reached a customized type limit, the article of footwear corresponding to the user-selected article type.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:receiving a user availability preference related to the user-selected article type; andproviding access to the user-selected article type based upon the user availability preference.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to a web browser.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to the graphical interface system running on a remote device.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to the graphical interface system running on a cell phone.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the selected family of article ...

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Номер записи: 36
07-05-2015 дата публикации

Method for Automatically Gumming Shoe

Номер: US20150121633A1
Автор: Li-Lin Kuo
Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed is an method for automatically gumming a shoe for gumming a gumming target which is an upper surface of a shoe sole or a bottom surface of a shoe body on an automatically circulating path, comprises: guiding the gumming target into the automatically circulating path; by a shape retrieving device, retrieving a shape of the target on the automatically circulating path to obtain a retrieving result; by an applying device, applying a treating agent on the gumming target according to the retrieving result; grabbing the gumming target out of the automatically circulating path and then heating the gumming target; applying a gum on the gumming target according to the retrieving result; grabbing the target out of the automatically circulating path and then heating the gumming target again, thereby the quality and speed of gumming shoe can be enhanced.

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Номер записи: 37
24-07-2014 дата публикации

Cleated footwear

Номер: US20140202042A1
Автор: Dov Michael Lashmore, Kenneth Link, Paul J. Francis, Randall S. Wolfe, Ryan R. Larson, Shane S. Kohatsu, Thomas Berend, Troy C. Lindner
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

Cleat structures, e.g., for football shoes, may include: (a) a cleat base; (b) a cleat free end; and (c) a concave side edge and at least two additional side edges extending between the cleat base and the cleat free end. Such cleats may be incorporated into sole structures (e.g., outsole components) that have one or more of: a base plate having a V-shaped support structure with lateral and medial support members extending forward from a base support area located in a heel or rear midfoot area of the outsole component; a base plate having a matrix structure with recesses or openings formed between rib elements that make up the matrix structure; and/or a base plate having a rear heel support. The cleats and base plates may be made, at least in part, as unitary, one-piece constructions, using selective laser sintering or other three-dimensional printing and/or rapid manufacturing additive fabrication techniques.

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Номер записи: 38
25-04-2019 дата публикации

Article of Footwear Comprising a Sole Member with Geometric Patterns

Номер: US20190116930A1
Автор: Cook Christopher S., Kohatsu Shane S., Schoolmeester Bret
Принадлежит:

An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can include a set of apertures that is formed along various surfaces of the sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a customized cushioning sole system, forming generally circular patterns throughout the sole member. A user's foot morphology and/or preferences may be used to design the sole member. 1. A method for customizing a cushioning sole system for an article of footwear , comprising:obtaining information about a pressure distribution of a wearer's foot;producing a first pattern comprising a first set of apertures disposed around a center of the first pattern;generating instructions to form the first pattern in a sole member; andexecuting the instructions to form the first set of apertures in the sole member, wherein each aperture of the first set of apertures is disposed at a first radial distance from the center.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising obtaining information about the wearer's preferences related to the cushioning of the article of footwear claim 1 , and wherein the first pattern of apertures is customized according to the information received about the wearer's preferences related to the cushioning of the article of footwear.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising forming apertures in the sole member using a laser.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising generating a resiliency profile claim 1 , the resiliency profile comprising data representing the pressure distribution for the wearer.5. The method of :wherein the first pattern further comprises a second set of apertures disposed around the center of the first pattern;wherein the generating step further comprises generating instructions to form the second pattern in the sole member; andwherein the executing step further includes executing the instructions to form the second set of apertures in the sole member, wherein each aperture of the second set of apertures ...

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Номер записи: 39
16-04-2020 дата публикации

SEGMENTED TUNNELS ON ARTICLES

Номер: US20200113289A1
Автор: Guest Stefan E., Holmes Matthew J., Sterman Yoav
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Collapsible tunnel systems or segmented tubular structures may be printed on or otherwise attached to base layers on articles of apparel, articles of footwear, or other articles of manufacture. The collapsible tunnel systems have two or more tubular structures attached to the base layer, with tunnels extending through the tubular structures. A tensile strand may be laced through the tunnels in the tubular structure such that when tension is applied to the tensile strand, the tunnels may collapse into a structure with a continuous tunnel through two or more tubular structures. In some embodiments, two or more segmented tubular structures each have two spaced-apart tubular structures joined by a connecting portion, and a tensile strand extending through tunnels in the tubular structures. 1. A method of printing comprising:printing a printable material directly on a surface of a flexible base layer to form a first tunnel structure, the first tunnel structure being bonded to the flexible base layer and comprising a first end, a second end, and a first tunnel extending from the first end to the second end;printing the printable material directly on the surface of the flexible base layer to form a second tunnel structure, the second tunnel structure being bonded to the flexible base layer and comprising a third end, a fourth end, and a second tunnel extending from the third end to the fourth end; andproviding a tensile strand that extends through the first and second tunnel,wherein the first tunnel structure is spaced apart from the second tunnel structure on the surface of the flexible base layer.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first tunnel is collectively defined by a first inner surface of the first tunnel structure and a first portion of the surface of the flexible base layer that is at least partially covered by the first inner surface claim 1 , andthe second tunnel is collectively defined by a second inner surface of the second tunnel structure and a second ...

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Номер записи: 40
02-05-2019 дата публикации

Insole and Outsole Two-Piece Shoe

Номер: US20190125030A1
Автор: Brown Paul, Diaz Juan
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An article of footwear includes an injection molded outsole of a first material having a durometer reading of at least 28 to at most 38 on the Asker C scale, an injection molded insole of a second material having a durometer reading of at least 28 to at most 38 on the Asker C scale, and an upper, at least a section of a peripheral edge of the upper being sandwiched between the insole and the outsole. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an injection molded outsole of a first material having a durometer reading of at least 28 to at most 38 on the Asker C scale,an injection molded insole of a second material having a durometer reading of at least 28 to at most 38 on the Asker C scale, andan upper, at least a section of a peripheral edge of the upper being sandwiched between the insole and the outsole.2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , where the first material is a polymeric foam.3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , where the second material is a polymeric foam.4. The article of footwear of claim 1 , where a ratio T:Tis at most 2:1 to at least 1:2 claim 1 , Tbeing a thickness of the insole and Tbeing a thickness of the outsole.6. The article of footwear of claim 1 , where an upper surface of the outsole is fastened to a lower surface of the insole.7. The article of footwear of claim 6 , where the upper surface of the outsole is fastened to the lower surface of the insole with an adhesive.8. The article of footwear of claim 1 , where a lower face of the outsole has a rocker shape.9. The article of footwear of being devoid of a hard layer under the outsole.10. The article of footwear of being devoid of a sock liner.11. The article of footwear of being devoid of a midsole between the outsole and insole.12. The article of footwear of claim 1 , where the upper is of an elastomeric material.13. An article of footwear consisting essentially of:an injection molded outsole of a first material having a durometer reading of at least 28 to at most 38 on the Asker C scale, ...

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Номер записи: 41
10-05-2018 дата публикации

AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING OF SHOE PARTS WITH A PICKUP TOOL

Номер: US20180129185A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Jean Ming-Feng, Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, LIU YEN-HSI, Regan Patrick Conall, Wu Hung-Yu
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Manufacturing of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by executing various shoe-manufacturing processes in an automated fashion. For example, information describing a shoe part may be determined, such as an identification, an orientation, a color, a surface topography, an alignment, a size, etc. Based on the information describing the shoe part, automated shoe-manufacturing apparatuses may be instructed to apply various shoe-manufacturing processes to the shoe part, such as a pickup and placement of the shoe part with a pickup tool. 1. A pickup tool comprising: a contact surface for capturing one or more target objects with a first pickup force type and a second pickup force type , the contact surface comprising at least one vacuum port; at least one vacuum source coupled to the at least one vacuum port of the contact plate , wherein the vacuum source provides the second pickup force type; and a controller configured to activate or deactivate the first pickup force type and the at least one vacuum source to capture or release , respectively , a target object.2. The pickup tool of claim 1 , wherein the pickup tool has independently activated pickup zones.3. The pickup tool of further comprising a vision recognition system operatively coupled with the pickup tool.4. The pickup tool of claim 1 , wherein the pickup tool first pickup force type and the pickup tool second pickup force type are independently activated.5. The pickup tool of claim 1 , wherein the pickup tool is coupled with a moving apparatus.6. A method of manufacturing an article with the aid of a pickup tool claim 1 , the method comprising: capturing a first article component with the pickup tool using a first pickup force type and a second pickup force type; moving the captured first article component to a position aligned with a second article component; releasing the captured first article component to be placed in alignment with the second article component; attaching the first and second article ...

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Номер записи: 42
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Customized Design for an Article of Footwear

Номер: US20180129397A1
Автор: Clifford B. Gerber, David J. Dirsa, E. Scott Morris, Petre Gheorghian
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A method of making an article of footwear is disclosed. The method includes the steps of providing a customer with a pre-selected set of graphics, allowing a customer to choose a set of input graphics, and generating a set of morphed graphics based on a set of input graphics. The user can select a morphed graphic and apply it to an article. The method may further include the step of limiting the number of times a customized graphic may be selected and applied to an article.

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Номер записи: 43
03-06-2021 дата публикации

MANUFACTURING METHOD OF CONVEX CUSHION STRUCTURE FOR WALKING UNSTEADINESS AND ORTHOPEDIC INSOLE

Номер: US20210161248A1
Автор: Chen Jin, CHEN Shenggui, Li Nan
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An orthopedic insole and a method of manufacturing a convex cushion structure for walking unsteadiness, the convex cushion structure being provided on an upper surface of an insole body. The method includes steps of data collection: measuring plantar static pressure data and plantar dynamic pressure data; data analysis: analyzing the plantar static pressure data and the plantar dynamic pressure data; preparing an insole body; performing insole modeling based on the plantar static pressure data; and importing the plantar dynamic pressure data to manufacture the insole body; partitioning the insole body; preparing the convex cushion structure: determining a shape of the convex cushion structure by using a test result of the dynamic pressure distributions; determining a specific location of the convex cushion structure by using a test result of the gait lines and the gait cycle; and printing the convex cushion structure on the upper surface of the insole body. 1. A method of manufacturing a convex cushion structure for walking unsteadiness , the convex cushion structure being provided on an upper surface of an insole body , the method comprising:collecting data by measuring, using a foot pressure plate, foot pressure data of a tester under two natural states of standing and walking, wherein the foot pressure data comprises plantar static pressure data and plantar dynamic pressure data, the plantar dynamic pressure data comprising dynamic pressure distributions, gait lines, and a gait cycle;determining, via data analysis, whether pressure distributions of a left foot and a right foot of the tester are symmetrical, whether pressures on a forefoot and a hindfoot are too concentrated, whether a maximum force bearing point is moved forward, and whether there is toed-in or toed-out, according to the plantar static pressure data; and determining whether the gait lines are normal and a swing situation of the gait cycle according to the plantar dynamic pressure data, wherein, ...

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Номер записи: 44
03-06-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR DESIGN OF INSOLES

Номер: US20210161253A1
Автор: BRUNET Santiago José, IRARRÁZAVAL José Martín, IRARRÁZAVAL Juan Antonio
Принадлежит: DIGITAL FOOT SPA

The invention provides an algorithm-driven method that uses a set of mathematical techniques and numerical procedures to carry out an automatic design for therapeutic insoles. Objectives of the invention include relieving soft tissue overpressure, aligning bone segments and redistributing loads located in specific zones of the foot. 1. A method for the design of therapeutic insoles comprising:providing a plurality of medical criteria about the biomechanics of the lower extremity of the body and a plurality of therapeutic insole design criteria, which parameters are previously determined in an arbitrary manner;providing a database with inner shape data information, which includes the shape and characteristics of the main shoe trademarks and models in the market;determining an individual-specific input by an exam and/or clinical interview based on the existence of concomitant pathologies and conditions, indicators of physical activities, posture observation, anatomical dimensions and foot anthropometryproviding a first device to measure the dynamic and/or static plantar pressure of the foot;determining, by the first device, a set of plantar pressure data, for the measurement of foot function and gait analysis, during a determined interval of time;providing a second device to measure the alignment of bone segments of the lower extremity of the body;determining, by the second device, a set of image data for the measurement of bone segments alignment of the lower extremity of the body and the relation between them;wherein further including the following steps:providing an algorithm-driven design to carry out the design of a plurality of three-dimensional elements, by determining at least the following:a) a set of implementation instruments, which contain the mathematical and programming implementation of all the recommendations and medical criteria that were compiled in the systematic review and internal studies;b) an individual characterization, which contain the ...

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Номер записи: 45
18-05-2017 дата публикации

Articles and Methods of Manufacture of Articles

Номер: US20170136689A1
Автор: Jarvis Kelly B.
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Various articles, such as footwear, apparel, athletic equipment, watchbands, and the like, and methods of forming those articles are presented. The articles are generally formed, in whole or in part, using rapid manufacturing techniques, such as laser sintering, stereolithography, solid deposition modeling, and the like. The use of rapid manufacturing allows for relatively economical and time efficient manufacture of customized articles. Portions of the articles may be manufactured using rapid manufacturing and those portions may be joined with portions formed using conventional, non-rapid manufacturing techniques. The methods may also include performing a scan of an appropriate body part of a user, such as a foot, in order to create a customized article of footwear for the user. 1. A method of manufacturing an article of footwear , comprising:forming at least one portion of an upper, the at least one portion of the upper being formed using a rapid manufacturing technique;forming a midsole, the midsole being separate from the upper and including at least one midsole impact force attenuation system, the midsole being formed using the rapid manufacturing technique; andengaging the at least one portion of the upper to the midsole.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the rapid manufacturing technique is at least one of laser sintering claim 1 , solid deposition modeling and stereolithography.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of forming at least one portion of an upper includes forming an entire upper configured to substantially surround a portion of a foot.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of forming the at least one portion of an upper includes forming a plurality of eyelets in the upper.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one type of impact force attenuation system includes at least one column impact force attenuation system.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of connecting the at least one portion of the upper to the midsole ...

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Номер записи: 46
09-05-2019 дата публикации

Automated Identification And Assembly Of Shoe Parts

Номер: US20190133258A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Jean Ming-Feng, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, Regan Patrick Conall
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Manufacturing and assembly of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by automated placement and assembly of shoe parts. For example, a part-recognition system analyzes an image of a shoe part to identify the part and determine a location of the part. Once the part is identified and located, the part can be manipulated by an automated manufacturing tool. 1. A method for positioning and assembling shoe parts in an automated manner during a shoe-manufacturing process , the method comprising:determining a first geometric coordinate of a first shoe part in a geometric coordinate system from a first captured image of the first shoe part that depicts a two-dimensional representation of the first shoe part; andtransferring, using a part-transfer tool having a part-contacting surface, the first shoe part from the first geometric coordinate to a second geometric coordinate to position the first shoe part on a second shoe part.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the part-transfer tool generates a pickup force at the part-contacting surface to retain the first shoe part during transfer claim 1 , and wherein the part-transfer tool operates in the geometric coordinate system.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the part-contacting surface comprises a plurality of distinct portions claim 2 , and wherein the pickup force is independently generated at the plurality of distinct portions.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the part-contacting surface comprises a plurality of apertures.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the part-transfer tool generates at least a vacuum force that is applied through the plurality of apertures during transfer.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the part-transfer tool is coupled to a robot arm that is directed by a computing device.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , determining an orientation of the first shoe part from the first captured image.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the part-transfer tool transfers the first shoe part ...

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Номер записи: 47
24-05-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND MACHINE FOR PREPARING INSOLES

Номер: US20180140053A1
Автор: HERSBACH Georgius Josephus Maria, VAN HEIJKAMP Caroline Margarethe, VAN HEIJKAMP Léon Ferdinand
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The present invention relates to a method of preparing insoles and to a system for preparing insoles. The invention uses a machine for imaging the foot inserted in the footwear, designs an insole and produces the insole for instance with a three dimensional printer. 1. Method of preparing an insole for a foot inserted in footwear by:inserting the foot in the footwear;positioning the foot, inserted in the footwear, in an imaging machine;scanning the foot inserted in the footwear with the imaging machine;determining a space between the foot and an inner surface of the footwear; anddesigning an insole that fills at least part of the space between the foot and the footwear inner surface.2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the insole design is provided to a printer machine to produce the insole.3. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the footwear is in a fixated position in the imaging machine during the scanning.4. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the imaging machine produces a digital claim 1 , three dimensional image of the foot and footwear.5. Method according to claim 1 , wherein first a flexible container is inserted in the footwear and subsequently the foot is inserted in the footwear.6. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the flexible container has one or more compartments that are inflated with a medium before claim 1 , during or after the scanning with the imaging machine.7. Method according to claim 1 , wherein determining the space between the foot and an inner surface of the footwear comprises of determining the position of one or more hones and/or soft tissue and/or skin of the foot and the inner surface of the footwear.8. Method according to claim 1 , wherein determination of the space is conducted three dimensionally and digitally.9. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the image of the foot inserted in the footwear is presented on a display.10. Method according to claim 1 , wherein a second foot inserted in a second footwear is positioned ...

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Номер записи: 48
15-09-2022 дата публикации

Shoe Last Extension As An Origin

Номер: US20220287415A1
Автор: Jean Ming-Feng, Jurkovic Dragan, LIN Chin-Yi, LIN Chun-Chi
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A method for locating critical control points on a part or combination of parts during a manufacturing process involves mating, directly or indirectly, a jig extension to the part or parts. A pattern on the jig extension defines an origin point that is used to track the position of the part or parts during manufacturing, such as during location-sensitive operations. The jig extension may be a shoe last extension which connects to a shoe or shoe component via a shoe last. 1. A method for manufacturing a shoe , the method comprising:applying a shoe component to a last having a last extension, the last extension comprising a pattern defining an origin on the last extension; identifying the pattern on the last extension;scanning the shoe component to yield scan data for at least a portion of the shoe component;with the scan data, mapping at least a portion of the shoe component to the origin of the last extension; andusing the map to perform location-sensitive operations involving at least a portion of the shoe component.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pattern comprises two intersecting lines.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the two lines are orthogonal to one another.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the lines are continuous grooves across at least a portion of the surface of the rigid body.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the lines are formed of discrete pattern components.6. The last extension of claim 5 , wherein the discrete pattern components are arcuate.7. The method of the claim 1 , wherein the last is reversibly attached to the last extension.8. The method of the claim 1 , further comprising calibrating a vision or laser system claim 1 , and using the vision or laser system to scan the shoe component.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the calibrating comprises checkerboard calibration.10. The method of the claim 1 , wherein the last extension is no wider than the last.11. The method of the claim 1 , wherein the mapping correlates a plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 49
17-06-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING ORTHOTIC DEVICE MODELS USING SIMULATED PATIENT ANATOMY

Номер: US20210177089A1
Автор: "DAgostino John", Bulaon Jacy Krystal, Faletti Stephen van Beek, Ranky Richard G., Schouwenburg Kegan L., Smith Jeff E., Yee Peter
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The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for generating orthotic device models using simulated patient anatomy. In one implementation, a method comprises receiving images of a body part of a patient; deriving physical measurements from the images; generating anatomy model data of the body part using the physical measurements; and generating orthotic model data based on the anatomy model data, the orthotic model data being representative of an orthotic device. 120-. (canceled)21. A method comprising:receiving, by a processing device, a plurality of images of a foot of a patient;detecting, by the processing device, the foot and a fiducial marker within one or more of the plurality of images;computing, by the processing device, one or more physical measurements of the foot based on a known dimension of the fiducial marker; andgenerating, by the processing device, anatomy model data representative of the foot based on the one or more physical measurements of the foot, wherein orthotic model data is derivable from the anatomy model data.22. The method of claim 21 , further comprising:generating, by the processing device, the orthotic model data from the anatomy model data; andtransmitting, by the processing device, the orthotic model data to a fabrication device to fabricate at least a portion of an orthotic device based on the orthotic model data.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein computing the one or more physical measurements of the foot comprises:computing, by the processing device, a width of the foot based on the known dimension of the fiducial marker; andcomputing, by the processing device, a length of the foot as a function of the width of the foot.24. The method of claim 21 , wherein generating the anatomy model data comprises:performing, by the processing device, a biomechanical simulation of the foot based at least partially on the one or more physical measurements of the foot.25. The method of claim 21 , wherein the plurality of images ...

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Номер записи: 50
17-06-2021 дата публикации

Cushioning structures

Номер: US20210177090A1
Автор: Dries VANDECRUYS, Philippe Laes
Принадлежит: Materialise NV

Disclosed herein are cushioning structures and methods for their manufacture. Certain aspects provide a cushioning structure comprising a plurality of unit cells formed in an array, each unit cell of the plurality of unit cells comprising one or more first walls parallel to a central plane and a first protruding structure that protrudes from the central plane, the first protruding structure forming a concave structure on a first side of the central plane and a convex structure on a second side of the central plane, the first protruding structure comprising one or more walls at a non-perpendicular angle to the central plane.

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Номер записи: 51
16-05-2019 дата публикации

Customized Design for an Article of Footwear

Номер: US20190146657A1
Автор: Dirsa David J., Gerber Clifford B., Gheorghian Petre, Morris E. Scott
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A method of making an article of footwear is disclosed. The method includes the steps of providing a customer with a pre-selected set of graphics, allowing a customer to choose a set of input graphics, and generating a set of morphed graphics based on a set of input graphics. The user can select a morphed graphic and apply it to an article. The method may further include the step of limiting the number of times a customized graphic may be selected and applied to an article. 1. A method comprising:receiving, by a graphical interface system, a user selection of a customized graphic ;determining, by the graphical interface system, whether the customized graphic is associated with a customized graphic limit;querying, by the graphical interface system, a database to retrieve the customized graphic limit;determining, by the graphical interface system, whether the customized graphic limit has been reached; andresponsive to a determination that the customized graphic limit has been reached, outputting, by the graphical interface system, a prompt to select a different customized graphic.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:responsive to a determination that the customized graphic limit has not been reached, allowing a user to customize an article using the customized graphic.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of customized graphics are each associated with a same customized graphic limit.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of customized graphics are each associated with a different customized graphic limit.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the customized graphic is displayed in phantom.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'responsive to a determination that the customized graphic is not associated with a customized graphic limit, allowing a user to customize an article using the customized graphic. The method of , further comprisingoutputting, by the graphical interface system, a ...

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Номер записи: 52
07-05-2020 дата публикации

EXTENDED REALITY SYSTEM

Номер: US20200143558A1
Автор: Tran Bao, Tran Ha
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Systems and methods are disclosed for recommending products or services by receiving a three-dimensional (3D) model of one or more products; performing motion tracking and understanding an environment with points or planes and estimating light or color in the environment; and projecting the product in the environment. 1. A method for recommending products , comprising:performing motion tracking and understanding an environment with points or planes and estimating light or color in the environment;optimizing features extracted from each image;correlating different manufacturer's product sizes and creating correspondences among different manufacturer products;recommending a new product by looking up the correspondences among different manufacturer products; andprojecting the product in the environment.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:iteratively changing product position until satisfied;identifying a best fitting product;setting each best fitting product's inside dimension with dimensions from the 3D model plus a predetermined gap;correlating different manufacturer's product sizes and creating correspondences among different manufacturer products; andrecommending a new product by looking up the correspondences among different manufacturer products and generating an augmented or virtual reality display of the new product in the environment.3. The method of claim 1 , comprising receiving images from an infrared camera.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the product comprises an appliance or furniture.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the product comprises a wearable item claim 1 , a jean claim 1 , or a shirt.6. The method of claim 5 , comprising rendering an image of the product on a mannequin.7. The method of claim 5 , comprising monitoring user health by analyzing changes in the 3D model over time.8. The method of claim 5 , comprising analyzing a user anatomical portion and selecting a best fit from apparel variations.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 53
28-08-2014 дата публикации

Automated Identification and Assembly of Shoe Parts

Номер: US20140237737A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Jean Ming-Feng, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, Regan Patrick Conall
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Manufacturing and assembly of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by automated placement and assembly of shoe parts. For example, a part-recognition system analyzes an image of a shoe part to identify the part and determine a location of the part. Once the part is identified and located, the part can be manipulated by an automated manufacturing tool. 1. A method for positioning and assembling a shoe part in an automated manner during a shoe-manufacturing process , the method comprising:receiving an image depicting a two-dimensional representation of an attachment shoe part which is to be attached to a base shoe part;determining one or more pixel coordinates of the image;converting, by a computer processor, the one or more pixel coordinates of the image to a geometric coordinate of a geometric coordinate system which maps a three-dimensional space within which the attachment shoe part is positioned and a pick-up tool operates;determining another geometric coordinate of the geometric coordinate system by analyzing a different image depicting a two-dimensional representation of the base shoe part to which the attachment shoe part will be attached; andtransferring, by the pick-up tool, the attachment shoe part to the other geometric coordinate, thereby moving the attachment shoe part to a location in the three-dimensional space at which the attachment shoe part is to be attached to the base shoe part.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the two-dimensional representation of the attachment shoe part is comprised of a two-dimensional shape having a perimeter and wherein the one or more pixel coordinates of the image are associated with the perimeter.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining the identity of the image by substantially matching the image to a reference image.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein transferring the attachment shoe part to the other geometric coordinate comprises utilizing a vacuum-powered part holder of the pick-up tool to ...

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Номер записи: 54
07-06-2018 дата публикации

Overmold direct attach sole

Номер: US20180153252A1
Автор: Jeremy M. Petty, Julie Ann-Crowe Willoughby, Luke Defrees, Mike A. Chamblin, Paul Archer
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

Joining a bottom unit, such as an athletic shoe sole, with an upper is achieved with an over molding process. A midsole core may be formed with a direct attach to an underfoot portion of the upper. The forming of the midsole core may be achieved with open cast molding or injection molding, for example. A shell may encapsulate the midsole core and also mechanically engage with the upper to further join the bottom unit with the upper. The shell and the midsole core may be formed from an elastomeric polymer such as polyurethane, thermoplastic polyurethane, ethyl-vinyl acetate, and/or silicone-based materials.

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Номер записи: 55
07-06-2018 дата публикации

METHOD OF MANFACTURING A FULLY FORMED UPPER

Номер: US20180153265A1
Автор: Bauer Ulrich, JEANDIN Eric
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Described is a method of manufacturing a component for a shoe that includes the steps: forming a sheet of material; heating the sheet of material; stretching the heated sheet of material by moving a last into the sheet of material, wherein the last defines the shape of the component; and applying a pressure lower than ambient pressure between the stretched sheet of material and the last to conform the sheet of material to the last; or applying a pressure higher than ambient pressure over the stretched sheet of material to conform the sheet of material to the last. 1. A method of manufacturing a component for a shoe comprising the steps of:heating a sheet of material;stretching the heated sheet of material by moving a last into the sheet of material, wherein the last defines a shape of the component; andapplying at least one of a pressure lower than ambient pressure between the stretched sheet of material and the last to conform the sheet of material to the last and a pressure higher than ambient pressure over the stretched sheet of material to conform the sheet of material to the last.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the component is a fully formed shoe upper.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising a step of fixing the sheet of material in a frame prior to heating the sheet of material.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the sheet of material is fixed in the frame substantially without tension.5. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the step of stretching the heated sheet of material comprises decreasing a distance between the frame and the last.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the last is secured to a vacuum plate.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the step of stretching the heated sheet of material comprises stretching at least a portion of the sheet of material by about 30%.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the step of stretching the heated sheet of material comprises controlling the ...

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Номер записи: 56
23-05-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR RAPID CREATION OF CAD PATTERNS FOR APPAREL, ACCESSORIES & FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20190150543A1
Автор: Selvarajan Balamurugan
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A method for rapid creation of CAD patterns for apparel, accessories and footwear is presented. The invention outlines a novel method comprising Encapsulation, Intersection, Abstraction and Coupling to rapidly create and edit CAD patterns, significantly reducing the time and effort required to create or modify CAD patterns. Further, a method for attaching attributes to points on a path of pattern elements and then using this to automatically grade, transform the patterns for different geographies or fix errors is also presented. 1. A computer implemented method for rapid creation of patterns for apparel , accessory and footwear , the method comprising:Encapsulation: wherein, a preset pattern element is provided for at least each of the anatomical extensions from the human torso, namely Neck, Arm hole (Scye) and Leg hole (Stride), comprising the Encapsulated Components.Intersection: wherein, a plurality of basic geometry such as rectangle, circle, path, arc and line are intersected with each other and the Encapsulated Components to create Composite Components.Abstraction: wherein, each Component includes a Defining Attribute for at least one of its points, the attributes chosen from a list consisting of Neck point, Shoulder point, Chest point, Waist point, Hip point, Thigh point, Bicep point, Elbow point, Wrist point, Knee point, Ankle point, Head Point and Body Height.Coupling: wherein, one or more Components are linked together, such that changes to the length or shape of one, automatically changes the corresponding shape or length of the other.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein each of the Component is further comprised of points claim 1 , paths claim 1 , lines and curves and can either be open or closed.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , a created Composite Component is thereafter used as an Encapsulated Component for further operation.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an Encapsulated Component such as the Arm hole claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 57
23-05-2019 дата публикации

Method of Customizing Forefoot Cushioning in Articles of Footwear

Номер: US20190150560A1
Автор: Cook Christopher S., Kohatsu Shane S., Rowe Daniel T., Schoolmeester Bret
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An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a system that modifies the forefoot cushioning of the sole member over a series of footwear purchases. The modifications can be configured to correspond to a customer's evaluation of the forefoot cushioning previously purchased. The sole member can include a set of apertures or incisions that are formed along various surfaces of the sole member to adjust the cushioning characteristics of the sole member. 1. A system for manufacturing a sole member for an article of footwear having customized forefoot cushioning , comprising:a computing system that receives input data including a customer-selected rating of a first level of forefoot cushioning of a first sole member of a first article of footwear, wherein the first sole member has a first base sole layer;a cutting device controllable to cut one or more incisions in a material for a footwear sole member; anda second base sole layer for a second sole member for a second article of footwear, wherein the cutting device is controlled to cut one or more incisions in the second base sole layer based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of forefoot cushioning of the first sole member to thereby change the second base sole layer from an initial forefoot cushioning level to a modified forefoot cushioning level that is softer than the first forefoot cushioning level.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the computing system further is programmed and adapted to determine a pattern of one or more incisions to be cut in the second base sole layer based on the initial forefoot cushioning level and based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of forefoot cushioning of the first sole member.3. The system according to claim 2 , wherein the pattern of one or more incisions cut in the second base sole layer by the cutting device includes one or more of openings claim 2 , apertures ...

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Номер записи: 58
23-05-2019 дата публикации

CONFORMING MEMBRANE FOR MANUFACTURING FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20190150572A1
Автор: Ballard Lonnie, JOHNSON JOSEPH, Kim Peter, KIM Youngsam, Kolb Michael
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A low-pressure operation conforming membrane for manufacturing an article of footwear includes a perimeter portion having a thickness in a range of 1 to 15 millimeters forming an outer perimeter of the conforming membrane. The conforming membrane also includes a transition portion having a thickness in a range of 1 to 4 millimeters between a first surface and a second surface with the transition portion extending interior to the outer perimeter. The conforming membrane also includes a conforming portion extending from the transition portion in a direction of the second surface and forming a receiving cavity, the conforming portion having a thickness in a range of 1 to 4 millimeters. The perimeter portion, the transition portion, and the conforming portion are a unitary construction comprising a common material composition. 1. A conforming membrane for aiding in the joining of a first article and a second article , the conforming membrane comprising:a perimeter portion having a thickness in a range of 1 to 15 millimeters forming an outer perimeter of the conforming membrane;a transition portion having a thickness in a range of 1 to 4 millimeters between a first surface and a second surface, wherein the transition portion extends interior to the outer perimeter formed by the perimeter portion; anda conforming portion extending from the transition portion in a direction of the second surface and forming a receiving cavity, the conforming portion having a thickness in a range of 1 to 4 millimeters, wherein the perimeter portion, the transition portion, and the conforming portion are a unitary construction comprising a common material composition.2. The conforming membrane of claim 1 , wherein the first article is a foamed polymer-based article.3. The conforming membrane of claim 2 , wherein the first article is a footwear midsole and the second article is a footwear upper.4. The conforming membrane of claim 1 , wherein the perimeter portion further comprises a first ...

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Номер записи: 59
14-05-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INSPECTING UPPER OF SHOE

Номер: US20200151951A1
Автор: CHUNG Cheng-Yi, LIAO Chao-Chung
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A system for inspecting an upper of a shoe includes an optical sub-system and a processor. The optical sub-system captures an image related to a work piece which includes the upper and a last so as to output image data representing the image. The processor receives the image data, establishes a work piece model that is a three-dimensional model of the work piece based on the image data, obtains a cross section of the work piece model, obtains an entry of section data related to the cross section of the work piece model, and compares the entry of section data and an entry of predetermined standard data so as to generate a result of inspection indicating whether the upper is normal. 1. A method for inspecting an upper of a shoe , the upper being pulled around a last by a shoe lasting machine where the upper and the last cooperatively serve as a work piece , the method to be implemented by a processor and comprising:a) establishing, based on at least one image related to the work piece, a work piece model that is a three-dimensional model of the work piece;b) obtaining a cross section of the work piece model along an imaginary cutting plane passing through an imaginary section line;c) obtaining an entry of section data related to the cross section of the work piece model; andd) comparing the entry of section data and an entry of predetermined standard data so as to generate a result of inspection indicating whether the upper is normal.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein step a) includes sub-steps of:a-1) obtaining two images of the work piece which are captured by two image capturing devices spaced apart from each other;a-2) comparing the two images of the work piece to obtain plural pairs of corresponding image points in the two images;a-3) for each of the pairs of corresponding image points, determining a disparity of the pair of corresponding image points, and calculating spatial coordinates of a common point (p) in a three-dimensional space based on the ...

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Номер записи: 60
24-06-2021 дата публикации

Method of Customizing Heel Cushioning in Articles of Footwear

Номер: US20210192593A1
Автор: Cook Christopher S., Kohatsu Shane S., Rowe Daniel T., Schoolmeester Bret
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An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a system that modifies the heel cushioning of the sole member over a series of footwear purchases. The modifications can be configured to correspond to a customer's evaluation of the heel cushioning previously purchased. The sole member can include a set of apertures that are formed along various surfaces of the sole member to adjust the cushioning characteristics of the sole member. 1. A system for manufacturing a sole member for an article of footwear having customized heel cushioning , comprising:a computing system that receives input data including a customer-selected rating of a first level of heel cushioning of a first sole member of a first article of footwear, wherein the first sole member has a first base sole layer;a cutting device controllable to cut one or more incisions in a material for a footwear sole member; anda second base sole layer for a second sole member for a second article of footwear, wherein the cutting device is controlled to cut one or more incisions in the second base sole layer based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of heel cushioning of the first sole member.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the cutting device is controlled to cut one or more incisions in the second base sole layer based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of heel cushioning of the first sole member to thereby change the second base sole layer from an initial heel cushioning level to a modified heel cushioning level that is softer than the first level of heel cushioning.3. The system according to claim 2 , wherein the computing system further is programmed and adapted to determine a pattern of one or more incisions to be cut in the second base sole layer based on the customer-selected rating of the first level of heel cushioning of the first sole member.4. The system according to claim 3 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 61
01-07-2021 дата публикации

SHOCK ABSORBER, SHOE SOLE AND SHOE

Номер: US20210195995A1
Автор: IWASA Yutaro, SAKAMOTO Masanori, SHIMOMURA Koji, Taniguchi Norihiko
Принадлежит: ASICS CORPORATION

A shock absorber includes a three-dimensional structure composed of a unit structure repeatedly, regularly and continuously arranged in at least one direction, the unit structure being a three-dimensional shape formed by a wall having an external shape defined by a pair of parallel planes or curved surfaces. When the unit structure occupies a cuboidal space representing a unit space and defined by mutually orthogonal three sides having a first side extending in an axial direction in which the shock absorber exhibits a shock absorbing function as the shock absorber receives a load and second and third sides each extending from one end of the first side in a direction orthogonal to the axial direction, and the first side has a length L and a longer one of the second and third sides has a length L the shock absorber satisfies 1.1≤L/L≤4.0. 1. A shock absorber comprising a three-dimensional structure composed of a unit structure repeatedly , regularly and continuously arranged in at least one direction , the unit structure being a three-dimensional shape formed by a wall having an external shape defined by a pair of parallel planes or curved surfaces ,{'b': 1', '2', '1', '2, 'when such unit structures each occupy a cuboidal space representing a unit space and defined by mutually orthogonal three sides having a first side extending in an axial direction in which the shock absorber exhibits a shock absorbing function as the shock absorber receives a load and second and third sides each extending from one end of the first side in a direction orthogonal to the axial direction, and the first side has a length L and a longer one of the second and third sides has a length L, the three-dimensional structure including as the unit structure a unit structure satisfying 1.1≤L/L≤4.0.'}212. The shock absorber according to claim 1 , wherein such unit spaces aligned in the axial direction each have an equal L/L.3. The shock absorber according to claim 1 , wherein the three-dimensional ...

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Номер записи: 62
01-07-2021 дата публикации

Article of Footwear Comprising a Sole Member with Geometric Patterns

Номер: US20210195997A1
Автор: Cook Christopher S., Kohatsu Shane S., Schoolmeester Bret
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An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can include a set of apertures that is formed along various surfaces of the sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a customized cushioning sole system, forming generally circular patterns throughout the sole member. A user's foot morphology and/or preferences may be used to design the sole member. 1. A customized cushioning sole system for an article of footwear , comprising:a sole member including: (a) an outer surface, the outer surface comprising an upper surface and a lower surface, and (b) an interior portion disposed between the upper surface and the lower surface,wherein a first set of apertures is formed in the sole member, the first set of apertures forming a first pattern based on information obtained about a pressure distribution of a wearer's foot;wherein the first set of apertures is disposed along a portion of the outer surface of the sole member,wherein the first set of apertures includes more than 100 apertures formed as a plurality of rings of apertures, with each ring of apertures in the first set of apertures being arranged along the outer surface of the sole member in a generally round and circular first pattern around a first center,wherein the plurality of rings of apertures includes: (a) a first ring of apertures located a first radial distance from the first center and (b) a second ring of apertures located a second radial distance from the first center, andwherein the first radial distance differs from the second radial distance.2. The customized cushioning sole system of claim 1 , wherein the sole member includes a foam material claim 1 , and wherein the first set of apertures is cut or drilled into the foam material.3. The customized cushioning sole system of claim 1 , wherein a second set of apertures is formed in the sole member claim 1 , the second set of apertures forming a second pattern based on the pressure distribution ...

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Номер записи: 63
01-07-2021 дата публикации

Three-dimensional cutting tool

Номер: US20210196003A1
Автор: Daniel Kim
Принадлежит: Individual

A tool and method for cutting an object three dimensionally is disclosed having a lower receiving plate comprising a cavity that is shaped and sized to fit a shoe last for placing a shoe sole on that is to be fully or partially cut, and an upper pressing plate comprising a segmented sub-plate comprising individually spring-backed segments, further comprising a cutting blade substantially surrounding each segment.

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Номер записи: 64
28-05-2020 дата публикации

Gaging apparatus and method for automation of shoemaking process

Номер: US20200163417A1
Автор: Hyun-Woo Oh
Принадлежит: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute ETRI

A gaging apparatus and method for automation of a shoemaking process are provided for automating a shoemaking process. According to the method, the gaging apparatus obtains operation data according to the gaging process of drawing a gaging line on a boundary between the upper and the sole for shoe manufacturing, and generates trajectory data for the boundary based on the operation data. Based on the trajectory data, the gaging apparatus generates robot trajectory data for performing a buffing and bonding process after the gaging process and transmits it to a shoemaking robot.

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Номер записи: 65
28-05-2020 дата публикации

Method of manufacturing at least a part of a sports article

Номер: US20200164582A1
Автор: Andrew Schneider, Christian Siegl, Derek Luther, Dustin Kendrick, Jacques Perrault, Jochen SUESSMUTH, Mark Henderson
Принадлежит: adidas AG

Described are methods of manufacturing at least part of a sports article. The method includes determining a set of physical parameters of the sports article, wherein the set including a first group and a second group. The method further includes determining a set of constraints for the first group of physical parameters, wherein the set of constraints is intended to achieve at least one objective function. Moreover, method further includes determining an optimum for the at least one objective function, which is determined by optimizing the second group of physical parameters and manufacturing the part of the sports article according to the set of constraints and the second group of optimal physical parameters.

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Номер записи: 66
08-07-2021 дата публикации

SPRAYING SYSTEM FOR FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20210204656A1
Автор: Ahn Hyun Tae, Ha TaeSoo, Kang Won Seok, Koo Jae Eik, Lee Sang Hee, Park Daeyoung, Park John J., PARK Sungchul
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The manufacturing of footwear includes the joining of components. The joining may be accomplished with adhesive. The adhesive, such as a polyurethane, is applied as a single-sided adhesive to a footwear component. The application of the adhesive can contaminate the system that is applying the adhesive with intentional over spray of the footwear component. The over spray ensures adequate coverage of the footwear component to allow a sufficient bond. A masking platform of the system masks portions of the system to limit the contamination caused by the over spray. Additionally, material brushes and scrapers may engage with components of the system to remove or limit adhesive contamination on those components. A vision system maps a surface of the footwear component to ensure the adhesive is applied for the specific article. 1. A system capable of spraying an article of footwear component , the system comprising:a cradle having a support surface, a first finger, and a second finger capable to compress the article of footwear component between the first finger and the second finger;a vision system having a field of view directed to the cradle support surface, wherein the vision system is comprised of a laser and an image capture device; and a spraying nozzle;', 'a multi-axis conveyance mechanism, wherein the spraying nozzle extends from the multi-axis conveyance mechanism; and', 'a masking platform, the masking platform moveable between a first position and a second position, wherein the masking platform at least partially surrounds the cradle when the masking platform is in the second position and is retracted from the cradle in the first position., 'an application station, the application station comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first finger and the second finger are joined by a linkage having a first link pivotally coupled with a second link and the first finger extends from the first link and the second finger extends from the second link.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 67
28-06-2018 дата публикации

PICK-UP TOOL WITH INTEGRATED LIGHT SOURCE

Номер: US20180178395A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Farren John Matthew, Fu Howard, Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, PRAHLAD Harsha, Regan Patrick Conall
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Acquisition or pick-up tools that themselves aid in improving the ease with which images of an acquired substrate may be captured, and methods of operating such pick-up tools, are provided. The pick-up tools may include a pick-up surface adapted to interface with a foreign substrate and a light source integrated with the pick-up tool such that light emitted from the light source passes through the pick-up surface to the foreign substrate when the foreign substrate is temporarily coupled with the pick-up surface to create a silhouette of the foreign substrate. A vision system may be adapted for capturing the silhouette of the foreign substrate when the foreign substrate is temporarily coupled with the pick-up surface. The substrate pick-up surface may be formed of one of a transparent, a semi-transparent, or a translucent material such that light may at least partially pass there through. 1. A substrate pick-up tool comprising:a first plate having a first surface, the first surface being one of transparent, semi-transparent, or translucent, the first surface being adapted to interface with a foreign substrate; anda light source movable in conjunction with the first surface relative to a vision system, the light source being adapted such that light emitted from the light source passes through the first surface to the foreign substrate to create a silhouette of the foreign substrate to be captured by the vision system positioned opposite the foreign substrate from the first surface.2. The substrate pick-up tool of claim 1 , wherein the substrate pick-up tool is vacuum-enabled.3. The substrate pick-up tool of claim 1 , wherein the substrate pick-up tool is electro-adhesion-enabled.4. The substrate pick-up tool of claim 3 , wherein the first surface comprises a foam layer claim 3 , and wherein the foam layer is one of transparent claim 3 , semi-transparent claim 3 , or translucent.5. The substrate pick-up tool of claim 1 , further comprising a light diffuser adapted for ...

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Номер записи: 68
04-06-2020 дата публикации

SHOE WITH LATTICE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20200170341A1
Автор: BERNS Jason, Fallon Kevin, Guyan Alan
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An article of footwear includes an upper, a midsole connected to the upper, and an outsole connected to the midsole. The midsole includes a lattice structure comprising a network of laths forming a plurality of cell units, the plurality of cell units arranged in a plurality of layers on the midsole. The cell units in an upper layer are stacked upon the cell units in a lower layer and separated by a set of vertices common to cell units in both the upper layer and the lower layer. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an upper; anda midsole connected to the upper, the midsole including a monolithic lattice structure comprising a network of laths forming a plurality of cell units, the plurality of cell units arranged in a repeating pattern in a plurality of layers of the midsole, wherein the cell units in an upper layer are stacked upon the cell units in a lower layer and separated by a set of vertices common to cell units in both the upper layer and the lower layer.2. The article of footwear of further comprising a platform extending along a perimeter portion of the midsole claim 1 , the lattice structure integrally formed with the platform.3. The article of footwear of wherein each of the plurality of cell units has a geometry defining at least six faces.4. The article of footwear of wherein a geometry of the plurality of cell units is uniform along a thickness of the midsole.5. The article of footwear of wherein the plurality of cell units are further arranged in a first zone and a second zone of the midsole claim 1 , wherein each cell unit in the first zone has a physical property that is substantially different from each cell unit in the second zone.6. The article of footwear of wherein the physical property is a lath girth.7. The article of footwear of wherein the first zone is a perimeter portion of the midsole and the second zone is a central portion of the midsole claim 5 , wherein the physical property decreases from a the first zone to the second zone.8. An ...

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Номер записи: 69
08-07-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ESTABLISHING A JUNCTION TRACE OF AN ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210209744A1
Автор: CHEN JAN-HAO, HSU BING-CHENG, HUANG CHENG-KAI, Lin Yi-Ying, YANG CHWEN-YI
Принадлежит: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE

A system for establishing a junction trace of an assembly includes a surface model creating module, a processing module, and a material inspection module. The assembly includes a first part and a second part assembled with each other. The surface model creating module scans the first part and the second part to separately establish first surface model data and second surface model data. The processing module establishes assembled surface model data according to the first surface model data and the second surface model data, determines a junction region from the assembled surface model data, and determines inspection points mapped on the assembly according to the junction region. The material inspection module inspects materials of the assembly at the inspection points. The processing module establishes a junction trace of the first part and the second part in the assembly according to a material inspection result.

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Номер записи: 70
04-06-2020 дата публикации

Customized Design for an Article of Footwear

Номер: US20200174645A1
Автор: Dirsa David J., Gerber Clifford B., Gheorghian Petre, Morris E. Scott
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A method of making an article of footwear is disclosed. The method includes the steps of providing a customer with a pre-selected set of graphics, allowing a customer to choose a set of input graphics, and generating a set of morphed graphics based on a set of input graphics. The user can select a morphed graphic and apply it to an article. The method may further include the step of limiting the number of times a customized graphic may be selected and applied to an article. 1. A method of customization for an article , comprising:providing a graphical interface system;receiving information related to a plurality of different input graphics;receiving, from the graphical interface system, a user input indicating a morphing input;generating a morphed image based on the information related to the plurality of different input graphics and the morphing input, wherein the morphing input indicates a proportion of information to include in the morphed image from each input graphic in the plurality of different input graphics;generating a graphical representation of a customized article comprising the morphed image; andoutputting the graphical representation of the customized article.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the morphing input comprises a morphing percentage.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:outputting a slider comprising an indicator that may be manipulated to control the morphing input, wherein the morphing input corresponds to a position of the indicator on the slider.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the morphed image is an average of a first input graphic of the plurality of different input graphics and a second input graphic of the plurality of different input graphics claim 3 , based on a determination that the indicator on the slider is positioned halfway between the first input graphic and the second input graphic.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the morphed image is generated based on a first amount of information from a first input graphic ...

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Номер записи: 71
05-07-2018 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR ASSEMBLY METHOD WITH 3D PRINTING

Номер: US20180186112A1
Автор: Jones David P., Larson Ryan R.
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Methods and systems are disclosed for apparel assembly using three-dimensional printing directly onto fabric apparel materials. Disclosed is a method and system for direct three-dimensional printing and assembly of an article of apparel, including designing a three-dimensional pattern for printing, positioning at least a portion of the article on a tray in a three-dimensional printing system, the portion being positioned substantially flat on the tray, printing a three-dimensional material directly onto the article using the designed pattern, curing the printed material, and removing the article from the three-dimensional printing system. 1. A method of three-dimensional printing and assembly of an article of footwear , comprising:positioning a side of an upper of the article of footwear on a tray in a three-dimensional printing system to provide a first printing substrate, the side of the upper including at least a first fabric portion;printing at least one first three-dimensional material directly onto the first printing substrate, including the first fabric portion, based on at least one first three-dimensional pattern;curing the at least one first three-dimensional material;forming a secondary shape with the upper;positioning at least a portion of a bottom of the secondary shape on the tray to provide a second printing substrate for printing a sole of the article of footwear;printing at least one second three-dimensional material directly onto the second printing substrate of the article based on at least one second three-dimensional pattern to form the sole of the article of footwear;curing the at least one second three-dimensional material; andremoving the article of footwear from the three-dimensional printing system, wherein the first and second printing substrates are part of the article of footwear.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the printing of the at least one first three-dimensional onto the first printing substrate comprises printing at ...

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Номер записи: 72
22-07-2021 дата публикации

Footwear Designing Tool

Номер: US20210219660A1
Автор: Andon Christopher L., Clarkson Brad N.
Принадлежит:

Computer based systems and methods for designing (e.g., customization) of consumer products, articles of footwear, knit footwear uppers, and the like. In some embodiments, a user may generate and/or modify footwear designs using a footwear design interface. Additionally or alternatively, the footwear design interface may be configured to simulate the layout and/or operation of a knitting machine to provide the user with the impression of physically designing and/or manufacturing an article of footwear. In other embodiments, the system may disallow prospective footwear design changes based on limitations associated with inventory availability and the footwear design characteristics. 1. An apparatus comprising:one or more processors; and receive input data indicating selection of a knit footwear upper design;', 'generate, via a first interface, an appearance of the knit footwear upper design;', 'receive design input for a plurality of knit structures associated with the selected knit footwear upper design;', determine a zone of the selected knit footwear upper design associated with the knit structure; and', 'apply a plurality of design characteristics associated the knit structure to a corresponding zone of the selected knit footwear upper design; and, 'for each knit structure in the plurality of knit structures, 'visually update, based on the received design input, the appearance of the knit footwear upper design., 'memory storing instructions that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the apparatus to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the instructions claim 1 , when executed by the one or more processors claim 1 , further cause the apparatus to:modify, based on a location of the plurality of knit structures in the first interface, the appearance of the knit footwear upper design.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the instructions claim 1 , when executed claim 1 , further cause the apparatus to:determine, based on a type of footwear associated ...

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Номер записи: 73
23-07-2015 дата публикации

DIVERGENCE DETECTION OF A SHOE BITE LINE

Номер: US20150201709A1
Автор: Chang Chih-Chi, Jean Ming-Feng, Jurkovic Dragan, LIN Chin-Yi
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Systems and methods are provided for collecting three-dimensional surface data of a lasted shoe upper that is mated with a sole that is configured for the lasted upper. The mated three-dimensional data is used with three-dimensional data of the lasted shoe upper in an unmated configuration with the sole to determine a location of an edge defined by the intersection of the lasted upper and the sole when mated. The bite line identifies an edge where the upper and a sole assembly will intersect on a finished shoe, which may represent a bounding line for application of adhesive to the lasted upper for boding the sole thereto. 1. A method for determining a bite line on a lasted shoe upper , the method comprising:mating a lasted upper with a sole configured for the lasted upper;collecting three-dimensional data representing the mated lasted upper and the sole as mated three-dimensional data, wherein the mated three-dimensional data includes at least an edge defined by a transition from the lasted upper to the sole, the edge identifying the bite line on the lasted upper;repositioning the sole relative to the lasted upper into an un-mated configuration;collecting three-dimensional data representing the un-mated lasted upper and the sole as un-mated three-dimensional data; anddetermining the bite line for the lasted upper based on the mated three-dimensional data and the un-mated three-dimensional data.2. The method of further comprising temporarily coupling the lasted upper to a scanning mechanism and positioning the sole at the scanning mechanism to effectively be mated with the lasted upper.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein mating of the lasted upper and the sole is comprised of moving the sole to the lasted upper with pressure applied between the lasted upper and the sole to maintain a desired physical interaction between the lasted upper and the sole.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein collecting the mated three-dimensional data is further comprised of:projecting a ...

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Номер записи: 74
23-07-2015 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE SURFACE FOR USE IN MANUFACTURING SHOE PARTS

Номер: US20150201710A1
Автор: Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, LIU YEN-HSI
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Manufacturing of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by executing various shoe-manufacturing processes in an automated manner. For example, shoe parts may be retrieved and temporarily assembled according to preset relative positions to form part stacks. The part stacks may be retrieved with the relative positioning of the shoe parts being maintained and placed at a stitching machine for more permanent attachment via stitching of the parts to form a shoe assembly. Movement during stitching of a conveyance mechanism that transfers the part stack from the stacking surface to the stitching machine and movement of a needle associated with the stitching machine may be controlled by a shared control mechanism such that the movements are synchronized with respect to one another. Vision systems may be leveraged to achieve movement and position information between and at machines and locations. 1. An adjustable surface for use in the automated manufacture of shoe parts , the surface comprising:a support structure having a substantially planar support surface; anda plurality of adjustable members coupled with the support structure, each of the members being independently adjustable in at least one direction relative to the planar support surface.2. The adjustable surface of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of adjustable members are aligned substantially parallel to one another such that respective longitudinal axes thereof are perpendicular to the plane of the support surface.3. The adjustable surface of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of members is independently adjustable in at least a direction perpendicular to the plane of the support surface.4. The adjustable surface of claim 2 , wherein each of the plurality of members is independently adjustable in at least a direction parallel to the plane of the support surface.5. The adjustable surface of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of members has an extended position and a retracted position claim 1 , and ...

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Номер записи: 75
23-07-2015 дата публикации

AUTOMATED ASSEMBLY AND STITCHING OF SHOE PARTS

Номер: US20150201711A1
Автор: Jurkovic Dragan, Lee Kuo-Hung, Liao Chang-Chu, LIU YEN-HSI, Wu Hung-Yu
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Manufacturing of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by executing various shoe-manufacturing processes in an automated manner. For example, shoe parts may be retrieved and temporarily assembled according to preset relative positions to form part stacks. The part stacks may be retrieved with the relative positioning of the shoe parts being maintained and placed at a stitching machine for more permanent attachment via stitching of the parts to form a shoe assembly. Movement during stitching of a conveyance mechanism that transfers the part stack from the stacking surface to the stitching machine and movement of a needle associated with the stitching machine may be controlled by a shared control mechanism such that the movements are synchronized with respect to one another. Vision systems may be leveraged to achieve movement and position information between and at machines and locations. 1. A method for manufacturing shoe parts in an automated manner , the method comprising:retrieving a first shoe part utilizing a first conveyance mechanism that includes a first pick-up tool;utilizing a first vision system, determining a position of the first shoe part relative to the first pick-up tool;utilizing a second vision system, determining a position of a base shoe part relative to a stacking surface;using the position of the first shoe part relative to the first pick-up tool determined by the first vision system and the position of the base shoe part relative to the stacking surface determined by the second vision system, situating the first shoe part at the stacking surface such that at least a portion of the first shoe part overlaps at least a portion of the base shoe part at a preset relative position to form a part stack;utilizing the second vision system, determining a position of the part stack relative to the stacking surface;retrieving the part stack from the stacking surface utilizing a second conveyance mechanism that includes a second pick-up-tool;situating ...

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Номер записи: 76
21-07-2016 дата публикации

Knit Article of Footwear With Customized Midsole and Customized Cleat Arrangement

Номер: US20160206042A1
Автор: Daniel A. Podhajny, Tory M. Cross
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

Method for producing a customized midsole and a customized cleat representation for an article of footwear comprising a knit outsole. The method includes obtaining information relating to a customized cleat arrangement in a knit outsole and other information relating to a midsole customized to the user's foot and having cleat reinforcements arranged to match the cleat arrangement on the knit outsole. The information is used to form an article of footwear including the customized knit outsole and the customized midsole.

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Номер записи: 77
02-08-2018 дата публикации

SELECTIVELY APPLIED ADHESIVE PARTICULATE ON NONMETALLIC SUBSTRATES

Номер: US20180213885A1
Автор: Darland Jeff
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The manufacturing of articles relies on the bonding of two or more components to form some forms of the articles, such as a shoe sole bonded with a shoe upper. The bonding may be achieved with an adhesive particulate that is applied to a surface of a substrate. The adhesive particulate is selectively fused to the substrate with a controlled energy source, such as a laser. The selective application of laser energy allows for specific geometric structures of adhesive particulate to be formed on the substrate. The substrate having the fused adhesive particulate is mated with another component allowing the fused adhesive particulate to bond the first substrate and the second component. 1. A nonmetallic component , the component comprising:the component having a component surface;an adhesive particulate contacting the component surface; andthe adhesive particulate forming a fused region and a second unfused region, wherein the adhesive particulate is fused with the component in the fused region and the adhesive particulate is not fused with the component in the unfused region, the fused region forming a perimeter enclosing the unfused region on the component surface.2. The component of claim 1 , wherein the component is one of an article of footwear sole portion or an upper portion.3. The component of claim 1 , wherein the component is formed from a material having a melting temperature within 150 degrees Celsius of a melting temperature of the adhesive particulate.4. The component of claim 1 , wherein the fused region forming the perimeter enclosing the unfused region is between 50 millimeters and 3 centimeters wide.5. The component of claim 1 , wherein the component is formed from a material selected from:a thermoset material; ora thermoform material.6. The component of claim 5 , wherein the thermoset material is one of rubber claim 5 , cross-linked polyolefin foam claim 5 , thermoset polyurethane foam claim 5 , and thermoset polyurethane elastomers.7. The component of ...

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Номер записи: 78
09-08-2018 дата публикации

Customized Article Type

Номер: US20180220747A1
Автор: Dirsa David J., Gerber Clifford B., Gheorghian Petre, Morris E. Scott
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A method of making an article of footwear is disclosed. The method may include the steps of selecting a family of article types, selecting a customized article type, manufacturing an article of footwear with the customized article type and shipping the article of footwear to a pre-designated shipping address. The customized article type can be configured with a user selected characteristic. The method can also include limiting the number of article types displayed to a user at any time. 1. A method of customization for an article of footwear , comprising:receiving a selected family of article types from a digital user profile storing information about a foot of a user;providing a set of article types according to the family of article types, wherein each article type in the set of article types has a different height, wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured for use in visibly representing the set of article types within a graphical interface system of a customization system;receiving a user selected article type from the set of article types;manufacturing the article of footwear corresponding to the user selected article type, the article of footwear having a height corresponding with the user selected article type.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:receiving a user availability preference related to the selected article type; andproviding access to the selected article type based upon the user availability preference.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to a web browser.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to the graphical interface system running on a remote device.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to the graphical interface system running on a cell phone.6 ...

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Номер записи: 79
10-08-2017 дата публикации

CUSTOMIZABLE INSERTS FOR FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20170224050A1
Автор: "DAgostino John", Bulaon Jacy Krystal, Faletti Stephen van Beek, Ranky Richard G., Schouwenburg Kegan L., Smith Jeff E., Yee Peter
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An insert to be used with footwear is provided. In one implementation, the insert includes a structural member that has a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface is shaped to correspond with contours of a user foot. The second surface is adapted to rest on substantially planar surface. The insert includes a recessed cavity defining an opening from the first surface to the second surface of the structural member. The recessed cavity is shaped to stabilize a region of the user foot placed within the opening. An intermediate layer is attached to the structural member in a mating relationship with respect to the first surface. This foam layer is adapted to distribute a determined amount of foot pressure from the user foot with respect to the structural member. 1. An insert for footwear , comprising:a structural member having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, the first surface is shaped to correspond with contours of a user foot and the second surface is adapted to rest on an at least partially planar surface;a recessed cavity defining an opening from the first surface to the second surface of the structural member, the recessed cavity is shaped to stabilize a region of the user foot placed within the opening; andan intermediate layer attached to the structural member in a mating relationship with respect to the first surface, the intermediate layer to distribute a determined amount of foot pressure from the user foot with respect to the structural member.2. The insert of claim 1 , wherein the shape of the first surface of the structural member is patient-matched and is fabricated based on a 3D model of the user foot.3. The insert of claim 1 , wherein the structural member is additively or subtractively fabricated.4. The insert of claim 1 , wherein the recessed cavity is surrounded by material of the structural member.5. The insert of claim 4 , wherein the recessed cavity is positioned at an arch ...

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Номер записи: 80
18-07-2019 дата публикации

PRESSURE MAPPED MIDSOLES, ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME

Номер: US20190216170A1
Автор: BISCHOFF Robert, BOUDREAU Matthew
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Midsoles, and articles of footwear having such midsoles, with a distal surface profile based, in whole or in part, on a pressure map of pressures exerted on the bottom of a human foot when in contact with the ground are provided. The pressure map may be a measurement of the pressures exerted on the bottom of a human foot during, for example, standing, walking, or running (e.g., a natural gait). The distal surface profile of a midsole and an article of footwear may be defined, at least in part, by a plurality of cushioning projections extending from the midsole and having predetermined height profiles based on a pressure map. Methods of making midsoles and articles of footwear including a distal surface profile based, in whole or in part, on a pressure map are also provided. 1. A method of making an article of footwear , the method comprising:forming a midsole comprising a base and a plurality of cushioning projections extending from the base at predetermined heights in a direction perpendicular to a longitudinal direction of the midsole, each cushioning projection having a predetermined height profile defined by a distal most surface of the cushioning projection, the predetermined height profile comprising a maximum height, a minimum height, and an average height,wherein the maximum height, the minimum height, and the average height are selected based on data from a pressure map of pressures exerted on the bottom of a human foot when in contact with the ground.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the data from the pressure map of pressures is used to calculate at least one of the following: (i) peak pressures for different areas of the foot claim 1 , (ii) mean peak pressures representing the average of the peak pressures for an area of the foot claim 1 , (iii) pressure-time integrals representing a mean peak pressure and a time over which the peak pressure was applied claim 1 , (iv) a peak force for an area of the foot claim 1 , (v) mean peak forces representing an ...

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Номер записи: 81
17-08-2017 дата публикации

METHOD, DEVICE AND MACHINE FOR PROCESSING SHOES

Номер: US20170231329A1
Автор: MERCALLI Luciano
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A method for preparation of a part of a surface of a shoe for subsequent gluing comprises the steps of spreading a glue on the operating surface of a roughing tool and applying this operating surface onto the part of the shoe to be roughed before drying of the glue, so as to transfer the glue onto the part of the surface being roughed. A device () implementing this method and a machine () using this device are also described. 1. A method for preparation of a part of a surface of a shoe for subsequent gluing , comprising the steps of spreading a glue on the operating surface of a roughing tool and applying this operating surface onto the part of the shoe to be roughed before drying of the glue , so as to transfer the glue onto the part of the surface being roughed.2. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the roughing tool is a tool rotating about a central axis and having a peripheral claim 1 , circumferential claim 1 , operating surface around this axis.3. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the roughing tool is a tool rotating about a central axis and having a front operating surface transverse to this axis.4. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the glue is spread on the operating surface of the roughing tool from the outside of the roughing tool.5. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the glue is spread on the operating surface of the roughing tool from the inside of the roughing tool.614222324303133. A device () for preparation of a part of a surface of a shoe for subsequent gluing claim 1 , comprising a roughing tool () having a roughing operating surface () and glue dispensing means ( claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 ,) able to spread the glue on this operating surface during the operation of roughing said part of the surface of a shoe claim 1 , so as to transfer the glue onto said part of the surface being roughed.722. The device according to claim 6 , characterized in that the roughing ...

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Номер записи: 82
25-07-2019 дата публикации

Systems and methods for mass customization

Номер: US20190223797A1
Автор: Bao Tran, Ha Tran
Принадлежит: Individual

A method to reproduce an original object includes receiving a 3D model of the original object; forming a reformable master shape from the 3D model by using a computer controlled shape actuator; impressing the reformable master shape into a reformable material to form a custom mold, the reformable material having a material state that is reversible between a solid condition stable force-resisting state and a flowable state by addition of a transition liquid; pouring a material into the custom mold while the reformable material is in the stable force-resisting state and fabricating a copy; adding the transition liquid to the reformable material to change the state of the reformable material from the stable force-resisting state to the flowable state; and reusing the reformable material to form another custom sole once the reformable material is in the flowable state.

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Номер записи: 83
16-07-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR SECURING A SHOELACE ONTO A SHOE UPPER AND AN AUTOMATIC SHOE-LACING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200221828A1
Автор: CHANG Wen-Pao, HSU Chien-Yu, HSU Wei-Hsin, Wang Yao-Hsin
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An automatic shoe-lacing system includes a support unit for supporting a shoe upper thereon, a robotic arm unit disposed to hold an end portion of a shoelace to move along an eyelet passing path through predetermined shoelace eyelets of the shoe upper, and at least one hook unit. The hook unit has a hook disposed to hold and tense a flexible lace body of the shoelace to prevent twist of the shoelace during the shoe-lacing operation. 1. A method for securing a shoelace onto a shoe upper comprising steps of:a) providing the shoe upper and the shoelace, the shoe upper having a plurality of shoelace eyelets, the shoelace having two opposite end portions and a flexible lace body interconnecting the end portions;b) holding at least one of the end portions of the shoelace, by a robotic arm unit, and moving the at least one end portion along an eyelet passing path, wherein, along the eyelet passing path, the flexible lace body is held by at least one hook, and is extended through predetermined ones of the shoelace eyelets;c) during the movement of the at least one end portion along the eyelet passing path, moving the at least one hook relative to the shoe upper between an initial position, where the at least one hook is remote from the shoe upper, and a finished position, where the at least one hook is close to the shoe upper, wherein, during the movement of the at least one hook from the initial position to the finished position, the flexible lace body is tensed by the at least one hook, and in the finished position, the flexible lace body is removed from the at least one hook; andd) repeating steps b) and c) until each of the end portions of the shoelace passes through a predetermined number of the shoelace eyelets so as to secure the shoelace onto the shoe upper.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the flexible lace body of the shoelace has two opposite lace major surfaces claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in execution of step c) claim 1 , during the movement of the at least ...

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Номер записи: 84
16-07-2020 дата публикации

Customized Article Type

Номер: US20200221829A1
Автор: Dirsa David J., Gerber Clifford B., Gheorghian Petre, Morris E. Scott
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A method of making an article of footwear is disclosed. The method may include the steps of selecting a family of article types, selecting a customized article type, manufacturing an article of footwear with the customized article type and shipping the article of footwear to a pre-designated shipping address. The customized article type can be configured with a user selected characteristic. The method can also include limiting the number of article types displayed to a user at any time. 1. A method of customization for an article of footwear , comprising:receiving a selected family of article types;providing a set of article types according to the family of article types, wherein each article type in the set of article types has a different midsole geometry, wherein information related to the set of article types is configured for use in visibly representing the set of article types within a graphical interface system of a customization system;receiving a user selected article type from the set of article types; andmanufacturing the article of footwear corresponding to the user selected article type, the article of footwear having a midsole geometry corresponding with the user selected article type.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:receiving a user availability preference related to the selected article type; andproviding access to the selected article type based upon the user availability preference.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to a web browser.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to the graphical interface system running on a remote device.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the information related to the set of article types is configured to be sent to the graphical interface system running on a cell phone.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 85
23-08-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES FOR REINFORCING COMPONENTS OF ARTICLES OF WEAR

Номер: US20180235320A1
Автор: Ploem Steven Edmund Jan Cornelis, Tran Thi
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Systems and processes for reinforcing components of articles of wear are disclosed. The processes can include applying a thermoplastic powder to a component of an article of wear and levelling at least a portion of the thermoplastic powder. The processes can also include applying thermal energy to the component and the thermoplastic powder. Further, the processes can include compressing the thermoplastic powder and the component. 1. A method of reinforcing a footwear component , the method comprising:applying a thermoplastic powder to the footwear component;leveling at least a portion of the thermoplastic powder;selectively applying thermal energy to the footwear component to at least partially bond the thermoplastic powder with the footwear component; andcompressing the thermoplastic powder and the footwear component.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the thermoplastic powder is applied to a backside of the footwear component.3. The method of further comprising determining the footwear component and selectively applying the thermal energy based on the determination of the footwear component.4. The method of further comprising determining an orientation of the footwear component and adjusting an orientation of the selective applying of the thermal energy based on the determined orientation of the footwear component.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the selectively applying of thermal energy originates from a laser energy source.6. The method of further comprising removing at least a portion of the thermoplastic powder from the footwear component subsequent to applying the thermal energy.7. The method of wherein the removing at least a portion of the thermoplastic powder is comprised of directing an air stream at the thermoplastic powder to be removed.821. The method of claim 7 , wherein the air stream is warmer than degrees Celsius.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein compressing the thermoplastic powder occurs subsequent to applying thermal energy.10. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 86
24-08-2017 дата публикации

METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SPRAY-ON FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20170238659A1
Автор: Bohnsack Shaun Michael, Burch John H., Dean Martin William Frederick, Loveder Christopher John, Matis Clark A., Smith Lee Martin
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A method is provided for making footwear utilizing a spray-on material. The method can include spraying a spray-on fabric onto surfaces of a three dimensional last. The last can be produced using additive manufacturing techniques, such as 3D printing, based on data corresponding to dimensions and contours of a consumer's foot, and/or preselected aesthetic footwear designs. The spray-on fabric is sprayed onto the surfaces of the last and allowed to cure to form a flexible, non-woven fabric upper. The upper can be removed from the last and turned inside out. With the upper turned inside out, a sole can be joined to the fabric upper to form the footwear. 1. A method of constructing footwear comprising:providing three dimensional last data corresponding to at least one of an aesthetic footwear design, a dimension of a sample foot and a surface contour of the sample foot;printing a three dimensional last utilizing the three dimensional last data, the three dimensional last including a plurality of exterior footwear surfaces;providing a source of spray-on fabric, the spray-on fabric comprising a plurality of fibers that are combined with a polymer and a solvent, the solvent adapted to enable the spray-on fabric to be dispensed from the source in at least one of a liquid form and a semi-liquid form;spraying the spray-on fabric onto the plurality of exterior footwear surfaces of the three dimensional last;allowing the spray-on fabric to cure on the three dimensional last to form a flexible non-woven first fabric upper, the first fabric upper having a thickness extending from a first upper exterior to a first upper interior, the first upper interior being adjacent the three dimensional last;removing the first fabric upper from the three dimensional last;turning the first fabric upper inside out so that the first upper exterior becomes a second upper interior, and the first upper interior becomes a second upper exterior, the second upper exterior having an upper bottom; ...

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Номер записи: 87
01-08-2019 дата публикации

Customized split insole for diabetic patients

Номер: US20190231578A1
Автор: Rajesh Ranganathan, Sivakumar Ganesan
Принадлежит: Rangasamy Naidu Educational Trust

An inventive custom made split insole for use by diabetic patients, split into zones for normal and flat foot persons and five zones for high arch foot persons where these splits have projections which are hexagonal or oval in shape and have specific dimensions and specific spacing but are of uniform height and elasticity.

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Номер записи: 88
01-08-2019 дата публикации

PROCESS OF MANUFACTURE OF CUSTOMIZED SPLIT INSOLE FOR DIABETIC PATIENTS

Номер: US20190232562A1
Автор: Ganesan Sivakumar, Ranganathan Rajesh
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Under the inventive process, the customised split insole is made by processing manually collected medical data and arch data along with plantar pressure distribution data and foot type data both of which are collected using a computer enabled Plantar Pressure Measuring Device in a first computer and processing these data in a second computer to generate a Projection Data which is expressed in Shore Hardness Value. Then, ranking of the projection data into a zone wise Ranking Index, determining the elasticity of the material to be used for the said Shore Hardness Value, converting the said shore hardness value into Surface Tessellation Language and transmitting the same to a third computer built into a 3D printing machine which selects a suitable material and its elasticity zone wise as per the Shore Hardness Value and 3D prints the same. 1) The process of manufacturing a customised split insole by processing;a. manually collected Medical Data,b. Plantar Pressure Distribution Data, and Foot Type Data collected using a computer enabled Plantar Pressure Measuring Device in a first computer, and 'in second computer where the Medical Data and Arch Data are directly manually fed into the second computer and converting the output projection data into a zone wise “Ranking Index”, and determining the elasticity of the material based on the ‘Ranking Index” and in turn allotting the Shore Hardness Value of the material zone wise, and then converting the said Shore Hardness Value into Surface Tessellation Language and transmitting it to a machine built third computer, which selects the suitable material and, the elasticity of the material, zone wise, as per the Shore Hardness Value and 3D prints the customised split insole.', 'c. manually collected Arch Data,'}2) An inventive process as in claim 1 , where Medical Data consists of the name claim 1 , age claim 1 , height claim 1 , weight claim 1 , foot size claim 1 , general or specific animus applicable to person.3) An inventive ...

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Номер записи: 89
30-08-2018 дата публикации

Method of manufacturing spray-on footwear

Номер: US20180242691A1
Автор: Christopher John Loveder, Clark A. Matis, John H. Burch, Lee Martin Smith, Martin William Frederick Dean, Shaun Michael Bohnsack
Принадлежит: Wolverine Outdoors Inc

A method is provided for making footwear utilizing a spray-on material. The method can include spraying a spray-on fabric onto surfaces of a three dimensional last. The last can be produced using additive manufacturing techniques, such as 3D printing, based on data corresponding to dimensions and contours of a consumer's foot, and/or preselected aesthetic footwear designs. The spray-on fabric is sprayed onto the surfaces of the last and allowed to cure to form a flexible, non-woven fabric upper. The upper can be removed from the last and turned inside out. With the upper turned inside out, a sole can be joined to the fabric upper to form the footwear.

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Номер записи: 90
31-08-2017 дата публикации

Method Of Customizing Heel Cushioning In Articles Of Footwear

Номер: US20170245589A1
Автор: Bret Schoolmeester, Christopher S. Cook, Daniel T. Rowe, Shane S. Kohatsu
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure with a sole member. The sole member can be manufactured using a system that modifies the heel cushioning of the sole member over a series of footwear purchases. The modifications can be configured to correspond to a customer's evaluation of the heel cushioning previously purchased. The sole member can include a set of apertures that are formed along various surfaces of the sole member to adjust the cushioning characteristics of the sole member.

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Номер записи: 91
31-08-2017 дата публикации

TWO-DIMENSIONAL SHOE MANUFACTURING

Номер: US20170245599A1
Автор: Hill Jan, Hoying Brian, Kormann Marco, Lott Christian, Manz Gerd Rainer, Wardlaw Angus
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Described are methods for the manufacture of a plurality of shoes, an apparatus to perform such method, as well as shoes manufactured by such method. According to certain examples, the method for the manufacture of a plurality of shoes includes providing a plurality of first shoe components for the manufacture of the plurality of shoes, and moving the plurality of first shoe components with a transport means which is at least partially comprised of the plurality of first shoe components. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for the manufacture of a plurality of shoes , the method comprising:providing an automatically-driven transport belt comprising a knit material defining a plurality of flat regions that include at least a first flat region and a second flat region, the knit material further at least partially defining a plurality of primary shoe components for the manufacture of the plurality of shoes, wherein each of the plurality of primary shoe components comprise at least a part of a shoe upper, wherein the plurality of primary shoe components includes at least a first primary shoe component that is configured for a first shoe model and that is incorporated into the first flat region, wherein the plurality of primary shoe components further includes at least a second primary shoe component that is configured for a second shoe model and that is incorporated into the second flat region, the second shoe model being different from the first shoe model;passing the automatically-driven transport belt through at least one first processing station comprising at least one first automated robotic system for adding secondary shoe components to the primary shoe components; adding a first secondary shoe component to the first primary shoe component of the first flat region of the knit material of the transport belt through automated operation of the at least one first automated robotic system; and', 'adding a second secondary shoe component to the second primary shoe component of ...

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Номер записи: 92
23-07-2020 дата публикации

Knit Simulation Method and a Knit Simulation System

Номер: US20200233994A1
Автор: Koichi Terai, Noriyuki Suzuki, Shinji Yamamoto, Toshinori Nakamura
Принадлежит: Shima Seiki Mfg Ltd

The virtual shape of knit product comprising plural parts and mutually divided in the knit data is simulated. The connection information regarding how said parts are mutually connected is obtained based upon the knit data or the pattern data of the knit product, and the plural parts are mutually based upon the obtained connection information. The virtual shape of the knit product is deformed by deforming the plural parts according to the forces acting on the plural parts. At least one of the plural parts is stretched automatically or according to at least an instruction by a user, and then, the virtual shape of the knit product is re-deformed to a natural shape by re-deforming the plural parts according to the forces acting on the plural parts. Then, stitches are allocated within the plural parts, and the allocation of the stitches is smoothed within the plural parts.

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Номер записи: 93
23-07-2020 дата публикации

Junction Line Data Generation Method and Junction Line Data Generation System Capable of processing Three-dimensional Component Modeling Data Automatically

Номер: US20200234510A1
Автор: Chih-Yu Huang, Shang-Wen Wong, Wu-Hung Hsu
Принадлежит: Abbovi Co Ltd

A junction line data generation method includes scanning a first junction component and a second junction component by using an image capturing device for generating three-dimensional first junction component modeling data of the first junction component and generating three-dimensional second junction component modeling data of the second junction component, simulating a first junction component structure by using the three-dimensional first junction component modeling data, simulating a second junction component structure by using the three-dimensional second junction component modeling data, and generating junction line data between the first junction component and the second junction component by optionally deforming the first junction component structure and/or the second junction component structure according to the first junction component structure and the second junction component structure.

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Номер записи: 94
30-07-2020 дата публикации

AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING OF SHOE PARTS

Номер: US20200241499A1
Автор: Regan Patrick Conall
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Manufacturing of a shoe or a portion of a shoe is enhanced by executing various shoe-manufacturing processes in an automated fashion. For example, information describing a shoe part may be determined, such as an identification, an orientation, a color, a surface topography, an alignment, a size, etc. Based on the information describing the shoe part, automated shoe-manufacturing apparatuses may be instructed to apply various shoe-manufacturing processes to the shoe part. 1. A method for automated assembly of shoe parts , the method comprising:detecting, using a part-recognition system, at least one characteristic of a first shoe part;determining an identity and/or an orientation of the first shoe part based on the at least one characteristic; andautomatically transferring, using a manufacturing tool, the first shoe part onto a second shoe part for assembly.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the manufacturing tool comprises a part-pickup tool adapted to generate a pickup force.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the part-recognition system comprises at least one camera connected to a computing device.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the manufacturing tool comprises a part-pickup tool and a welder.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one characteristic comprises an outline of the first shoe part.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least the identity of the first shoe part is determined.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least the orientation of the first shoe part is determined.8. The method of claim 1 , further comprising attaching the first shoe part to the second shoe part.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first shoe part comprises a shoe upper or a portion thereof.10. A system for automated assembly of shoe parts claim 1 , the system comprising: detect at least one characteristic of a first shoe part, and', 'determine an identity and/or an orientation of the first shoe part based on the at least one characteristic; and, 'a part-recognition ...

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Номер записи: 95
07-09-2017 дата публикации

System and method for generating custom shoe insole

Номер: US20170255185A1
Автор: Glen D. Hinshaw
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention is a system and method for measuring and generating a customized foot orthotic insole that may be inserted into footwear, to reposition the foot to that referenced neutral position or as close to that position as the individual can tolerate. The present invention can scan, manufacture, and dispense the custom insole at an integrated station that can be located in a specialist's office, but also in retail space, malls, airports, etc. The invention allows a customer to have his or her foot scanned using different types of three dimensional scanning or pressure scanning devices, whereupon the information from the scan(s) is/are fed to a semi-automatic design system, where computer programs and specialized AI algorithms create a custom insole design.

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Номер записи: 96
13-09-2018 дата публикации

RECEIVING FEEDBACK BASED ON PRESSURE SENSOR DATA AND MOVEMENT DATA

Номер: US20180255879A1
Автор: Taryma Joanna R., Weber Adrian
Принадлежит: Intel Corporation

A method for providing pressure feedback is described herein. The method includes receiving, via a processor, pressure sensor data from a plurality of pressure sensors over a period of time. The method also includes receiving, via the processor, movement data from a plurality of sensors over the period of time. The method also further includes sending, via the processor, pressure sensor data and movement data to a data service. The method also includes receiving, via the processor, a feedback from data service. 1. A system for sensing pressure , comprising:a pressure detection engine to receive pressure sensor data captured over a period of time;a movement detector to receive movement data captured over the period of time; anda service interface to send the pressure sensor data and movement data to a data service and receive a feedback from the data service.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the movement data comprises accelerometer data claim 1 , speedometer data claim 1 , gyroscope data claim 1 , or any combination thereof.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the movement data comprises a motion event.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensor data comprises a pressure map from a pressure-sensor mat.5. system of claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensor data comprises data from a wearable pressure-sensor mat.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the feedback comprises a customized design structure based on the pressure sensor data and the movement data.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the customized design structure comprises a customized shoe.8. The system of claim 6 , wherein the feedback comprises a detected preexisting design structure that correlates with the pressure sensor data and the movement data.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the feedback comprises a detected orthopedic deformity.10. The system claim 1 , wherein the feedback comprises a detected impairment.11. A method for providing pressure feedback claim 1 , comprising:receiving, via a ...

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Номер записи: 97
13-09-2018 дата публикации

Automatic shoe-lacing machine and method for processing a shoe upper

Номер: US20180255880A1
Автор: Chien-Yu Hsu, Wen-Pao CHANG, Yao-Hsin Wang, Yu-Fong Yang, Zhao-Quan KE
Принадлежит: Pou Chen Corp

An automatic shoe-lacing machine for securing a shoelace onto a shoe upper includes a jig unit, a robotic arm unit and a control unit. The jig unit permits the shoe upper to be disposed thereon. The robotic arm unit is disposed at the proximity of the jig unit. The robotic arm unit simultaneously holds and moves two tipping members of the shoelace for sequentially passing the tipping members through eyelets formed in the shoe upper. The control unit controls the movement of the robotic arm unit.

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Номер записи: 98
06-08-2020 дата публикации

INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE AND INSOLE PRODUCTION METHOD

Номер: US20200245724A1
Автор: HAYASHIDA Taizo, KAWASE Reiji, Kiyama Satoshi, KOBE Takashi
Принадлежит: JSR Corporation

An information processing device according to the invention includes a model data generator. The model data generator generates model data to be used for a shaping device to shape an insole to be used by a subject, based on foot information generated based on image data of the subject and including outer shape data of a foot of the subject and data on bones of the foot of the subject. 1. An information processing device comprising:a model data generator that generates model data to be used for a shaping device to shape an insole to be used by a subject, based on foot information generated based on image data of the subject and including outer shape data of a foot of the subject and data on bones of the foot of the subject.2. An information processing device comprising:a foot information generator that generates, based on image data of a subject, foot information including outer shape data of a foot of the subject and data on bones of the foot of the subject; and.a model data generator that generates, based on the foot information, model data to be used for a shaping device to shape an insole to be used by the subject.3. The information processing device according to claim 1 , whereinthe model data includes outer shape data of the insole and hardness data of the insole with which position data is associated.41. The information processing device according to claim. claim 1 , wherein.the data on the bones of the foot includes position information of at least one type of bone selected from among metatarsals and a calcaneus.5. The information processing device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a foot information generator that generates the foot information, whereinthe foot information generator references a database in which types of bones, shapes of the bones and position information of the bones are associated with each other and stored, and generates, from the image data of the subject, data related to the bones of the foot of the subject and including ...

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Номер записи: 99
14-10-2021 дата публикации

A method and a system for obtaining foot analysis data

Номер: US20210315323A1
Автор: Erkki Hakkala
Принадлежит: FOOTBALANCE SYSTEM OY

A method for obtaining foot analysis data for a manufacture of an insole, comprising: subjecting at least one foot of a person to a three-dimensional (3D) scanning apparatus ( 200 ); performing a first 3D scanning of a shape of the foot, wherein the person is standing in a straight position ( 202 ); performing a second 3D scanning of the shape of said foot, wherein the person provides excess pressure on the foot by squatting ( 204 ); and performing a third 3D scanning of the shape of said foot, wherein toes of the foot are lifted up ( 206 ).

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Номер записи: 100