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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
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Internal measurement collection system and method of using same

Номер: US20120316827A1
Автор: Grant B. FRESEN, Matthew Tyler WILKINSON, Michael Lin, Nicholas B. END
Принадлежит: Shoefitr Inc

A system for measuring dimensions and/or other internal properties of a shoe, garment or other object of interest is described. The system includes a fixture having a measurement tip. When the tip is placed inside of the object of interest, a processor collects positional data from the fixture to develop a three-dimensional model of the interior of the object. If the measurement tip includes one or more pressure sensors, the processor may collect pressure data and use the pressure data to include stretch properties in the three-dimensional model.

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Номер записи: 2
09-05-2013 дата публикации

FOOT-MEASURING METHOD AND DEVICE

Номер: US20130114869A1
Автор: Hernández Stark Rafael, Martínez Ibañez Pascual, Montiel Parreño Enrique, Sabatell Herrero Iván
Принадлежит: ALU GROUP, S.L.

The invention relates to a device that comprises: an element () for placement of a foot, which is provided with means (-) for positioning the foot () of a user and a mark () corresponding to a true measurement on the element (); a camera () for capturing an image of the element () with the foot () placed in the required position; and a processor () for processing the image obtained in accordance with a conventional augmented reality program (AR), in order to obtain the true measurement of the length of the foot and to determine a size in accordance with conventional established sizes. The invention facilitates the purchase of footwear, both in a store and online. 1. Foot-measuring method , characterized in that it comprises the following stages:{'b': 1', '13', '2', '4', '7', '8', '13', '6', '1', '13', '1', '7', '8, 'obtaining an element () for the placement of a foot () which is provided with means (-, , ) for positioning the foot () and a mark (), corresponding to a true measurement on the element (), which is provided in a position in which it remains visible after placing the foot () on said element () in the position required by the positioning means (, );'}{'b': 1', '13, 'obtaining an image of the element () with the foot () placed in the required position;'}{'b': 1', '13', '12, 'processing the obtained image of the element () and foot () in a processor () by means of a conventional procedure of augmented reality (AR); for'}{'b': 14', '6', '14, 'superimposing at least one virtual object () on the mark () of the processed image, and displaying the processed image together with the virtual objective ();'}obtaining the virtual value of the true measurement in the processed image;{'b': 14', '13, 'moving the virtual object () to the point where the front part of the foot () ends;'}calculating the distance travelled by the virtual object moved on the processed image; and{'b': 13', '14, 'obtaining the virtual length of the foot () in the image based on the distance ...

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Номер записи: 3
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Detection of a force on a foot or footwear

Номер: US20130185003A1
Автор: Ben Schlatka, David Icke, Jeffrey Carbeck, Kevin Dowling, Steven FASTERT
Принадлежит: MC10 Inc

A system is provided for monitoring a force acting on a foot or a footwear. The system includes an assembly that is disposed proximate to a region of the foot or the footwear. The assembly includes a sensing device and a processor communicatively coupled to the sensing device. The sensing device is disposed on a flexible substrate or a stretchable substrate, where the sensing device conforms to the region of the foot or the footwear, and where the sensing device is used to measure data relating to the force acting on the foot or the footwear. The processor executes processor-executable instructions to analyze the data from the sensing device. The analysis can be used to provide an indication of the measured force.

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Номер записи: 4
01-08-2013 дата публикации

SENSORS, INTERFACES AND SENSOR SYSTEMS FOR DATA COLLECTION AND INTEGRATED REMOTE MONITORING OF CONDITIONS AT OR NEAR BODY SURFACES

Номер: US20130192071A1
Автор: "VIGANO Davide Giancarlo", ESPOSITO Mario, MACAGNO Maurizio
Принадлежит: HEAPSYLON LLC

Sensing devices including flexible and stretchable fabric-based pressure sensors, may be associated with or incorporated in garments intended to be worn against a body surface (directly or indirectly), or may be associated with other types of flexible substrates, such as sheet-like materials, bandages and other materials that contact the body (directly or indirectly), and may be provided as independently positionable sensor components. Systems and methods for storing, communicating, processing, analyzing and displaying data collected by sensor components for remote monitoring of conditions at body surfaces, or within the body, are also disclosed. Sensors and sensor systems provide substantially real-time feedback relating to current body conditions and may provide notifications or alerts to users, caretakers and/or clinicians, enabling early intervention when conditions indicate intervention is appropriate. 1. A sensing device comprising an electrically conductive sensor; at least two electrically conductive leads connected to the sensor; at least one electrically conductive trace connected to each of the conductive leads; and at least one signal transfer terminal electrically connected to each of the conductive traces; wherein the sensor , the conductive leads , the conductive traces , and the signal transfer terminals are associated with a flexible , non-electrically conductive substrate.2. The sensing device of claim 1 , wherein the conductive sensor comprises an electrically conductive fabric.3. The sensing device of claim 2 , additionally comprising at least one additional non-fabric sensor.4. The sensing device of claim 1 , wherein the conductive sensor is capable of sensing force exerted on the sensor.5. The sensing device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is non-silicon-based.6. The sensing device of claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises a flexible fabric having a conductive coating.7. The sensing device of claim 6 , wherein the flexible fabric is ...

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Номер записи: 5
12-12-2013 дата публикации

TIME PREDICTION SYSTEM FOR THE SAFE WEARING OF NEWLY ACQUIRED FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20130332107A1
Автор: Chlachula Josef, Hlavacek Petr
Принадлежит:

The device relates to a system for predicting the period for children to safely wear newly acquired footwear without the risk of damage to their growing feet, which is directly applicable in shoe shops (at their computer cash registers). The essence of the solution for a system for predicting the period for children to safely wear newly acquired footwear rests in the fact that it contains an input module measuring foot length and input of information about the age of the monitored child to which is linked a model for predicting the growth of the child's foot by applying the laws of growth, possibly also including genetic and local influences, connected to a comparative and inferential module establishing the predicted course of growth in foot length of the monitored child, to which is then linked an output module designating the nearest date for the necessary replacement of shoe size for the monitored child. 18-. (canceled)9. A prediction system of the period for safely wearing newly acquired footwear for children without the risk of damaging their growing feet , the system comprising an input module measuring sole length and input of information about the age of the monitored child , to which is linked a prediction module of the growth of a child's feet implementing the laws of growth on the basis of the Carlberg growth model , including an empirical model originating from an analysis of child's foot length in connection with the age of such children , performed at a group of at least 2000 children aged from 3 to 98 years , possible also including genetic and local influences , connected to a comparative and inferential module establishing the predicted course of sole length growth of the monitored child to which then is linked an output module designating the date when it will be necessary to stop using the purchased shoes.10. The prediction system defined in claim 9 , wherein the empirical model for growth of a child's foot length by the prediction module ...

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Номер записи: 6
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Footcare product dispensing kiosk

Номер: US20140033829A1
Автор: Bin Xia, Charles E. Lundy, Harold A. Howlett
Принадлежит: MSD Consumber Care Inc

A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.

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Номер записи: 7
13-03-2014 дата публикации

Automated Strobel Printing

Номер: US20140068878A1
Автор: Chon Yong-Joo, Kim Doo Young, Kim Young Gwan
Принадлежит: Taek-Wang Mold & Tooling Co., Ltd.

A machine moves shoe strobels to a camera or scanner where images of the strobels are captured. Using the images, a computing device instructs a printer how to mark guidelines on the strobels that signify one or more strobel sewing lines for different shoes models and shoe sizes. Cross-sectional lines may also be printed on the strobels to aid in error-checking guideline marking. Unmarked strobels are stacked in a loading compartment, sometimes in pairs—e.g., right and left shoe strobels. The unmarked strobels are transferred to a conveyor that brings the strobels to the camera or scanner and the printer. After guidelines and/or cross-sectional lines are added to the strobels, the marked strobels are stacked in a compartments housing other marked strobels. 1. A system for marking a strobel , comprising:a loading area for introducing the strobel onto a conveyor;a camera for capturing an image of the strobel when the strobel is moved by the conveyor to an imaging area;a printer for printing guidelines for particular a shoe model on the strobel when the conveyor moves the strobel from the imaging area to a printing area; anda computing device for determining a position of the strobel from the image, and based on the position, instructing the printer where to print the guidelines for the particular shoe model on the strobel.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a vacuum pad for removing the strobel from the conveyor after being marked with the guidelines.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the vacuum pad uses compressed air to vacuum grip the strobel.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a vacuum for removing the strobel from a stack of strobels in the loading area and placing the strobel on the conveyor.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a second conveyor capable of moving the strobel to a finished compartment comprising a stack of strobels marked with guidelines.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the strobel is a shoe strobel.7. The system of ...

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Номер записи: 8
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Shoe with a Width Measuring Device Measuring Means

Номер: US20140096406A1
Автор: Nicole Oberhofer
Принадлежит: Clevermess UGhb

The invention refers to a shoe-measuring gadget ( 1 ) for determining the accuracy of fit of shoes ( 22 ), which has a foot length-measuring device ( 2 ) for determining the foot length of a foot ( 21 ) positioned in the shoe-measuring gadget and an inner shoe length-measuring device ( 3 ) for determining the spatial length remaining between the longest toe of the foot ( 21 ) and the inner shoe wall opposite this toe. The shoe-measuring gadget can be used for determining the accuracy of fit after the foot measurement determination in the shoe ( 22 ) intended for this purpose. According to the invention, the shoe-measuring gadget has a width-measuring device ( 14 ) designed in such a way that it is capable of, at least area-wise, recording the foot width of the foot ( 21 ) positioned in the shoe-measuring gadget and, at least area-wise, the inner shoe width in the shoe-measuring gadget inserted in the shoe ( 22 ).

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Номер записи: 9
03-01-2019 дата публикации

BICYCLE SHOE BASE AND CLEAT POSITIONING DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR USE

Номер: US20190000190A1
Автор: Degodoi Josef Kevin Lucero
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A bicycle shoe cleat positioning device for use in determining the position of a bicycle shoe cleat is provided. The bicycle shoe cleat positioning device comprises a base portion, a holding portion connected to the base portion, a coupler configured to connect to the holding portion, a cleat connector, a connecting member, and a cleat positioning assembly. The cleat positioning assembly comprises a first positioner configured to determine a first position of the cleat connector about a first axis, a second positioner configured to determine a second position of the cleat connector along a second axis, and a third positioner configured to determine a third position of the cleat connector along a third axis. 1. A bicycle shoe cleat positioning device for use in determining the position of a bicycle shoe cleat , the device comprising:a base portion having a top base surface;a holding portion having a top part and a bottom part, the top part being configured to engage a coupler of a bicycle shoe and the bottom part being fixedly connected to the base portion;a cleat connector having a top side and a bottom side, the top side configured to accommodate and secure to the bicycle shoe cleat when in use, the bottom side connected to a connecting member; and a first positioner configured to determine a first position of the cleat connector about a first axis, wherein the first positioner has a top portion and a bottom portion, and the top portion is connected to the connecting member;', 'a second positioner configured to determine a second position of the cleat connector along a second axis, wherein the second positioner has a top portion and a bottom portion, and the top portion is movably engaged with the first positioner such that the first positioner can only move relative to the first axis; and', 'a third positioner configured to determine a third position of the cleat connector along a third axis, wherein the third positioner has a top portion and a bottom portion, the ...

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Номер записи: 10
02-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR MODELLING FEET AND SELECTING FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20200000180A1
Автор: Henson Michael, SHERRAH Jamie Roy, SMITH William Ryan
Принадлежит:

One aspect of this disclosure is a method comprising: receiving, from a camera, a video feed depicting a pair of feet and a scaling object; capturing, with the camera, images of the feet and the scaling object based on the video feed; identifying foot features in each captured image; determining camera positions for each captured image by triangulating the foot features; generating a point cloud in a three-dimensional space by positioning each foot feature in the three-dimensional space based on the camera positions; scaling the point cloud based on the scaling object; segmenting the point cloud into at least a right-foot cluster and a left-foot cluster; fitting a first three-dimensional morphable model to the right-foot cluster according to first foot parameters; and fitting a second three-dimensional morphable model to the left-foot cluster according to second foot parameters. Related systems, apparatus, and methods also are described. 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:receiving, from a camera, a video feed depicting a pair of feet and a scaling object;capturing, with the camera, images of the feet and the scaling object based on the video feed;identifying foot features in each captured image;determining camera positions for each captured image by triangulating the foot features;generating a point cloud in a three-dimensional space by positioning each foot feature in the three-dimensional space based on the camera positions;scaling the point cloud based on the scaling object;segmenting the point cloud into at least a right-foot cluster and a left-foot cluster; (i) placing the first three-dimensional morphable model over the right-foot cluster;', '(ii) modifying the first three-dimensional morphable model without deformation to fit the right-foot cluster; and', '(iii) modifying the first three-dimensional morphable model with deformation by iteratively adjusting the foot parameters individually or in combination to reduce an error value between the first ...

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Номер записи: 11
07-01-2021 дата публикации

SOLE FOR FOOTWEAR, AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DESIGNING AND MANUFACTURING SAME

Номер: US20210000215A1
Автор: Dunbar Matthew, FULLUM JEAN-FRANCOIS, Murphy Sean B., Rodrigues Pedro, TENBROEK TRAMPAS, WAWROUSEK CHRIS
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to articles of footwear, and portions thereof, including convex and/or concave elements thereon, and related systems and methods for designing and manufacturing same. An example article of footwear including a midsole having a medial side, a lateral side, a forefoot region, a midfoot region, and a heel region, the midsole including a sidewall, wherein the sidewall includes a first wall portion having a plurality of convex structures extending out from the sidewall and a second wall portion having a plurality of concave structures extending into the sidewall. 120-. (canceled)21. A sole component attachable to a bottom portion of an upper of an article of footwear , the sole component comprising a one-piece portion of a midsole having a medial side , a lateral side , a forefoot region , a midfoot region , and a heel region , the one-piece portion of the midsole comprising:an upper surface configured to face towards an interior of the article of footwear;a lower surface configured to face towards a ground surface when the article of footwear is in contact with the ground surface; anda sidewall extending around a periphery of the midsole, wherein the sidewall comprises:(i) a first wall portion comprising a plurality of convex elements extending out from the sidewall, wherein at least one of a size or a shape of the plurality of convex elements varies over at least a portion of the first wall portion,(ii) a second wall portion comprising a plurality of concave elements extending into the sidewall, wherein the plurality of concave elements has a similar shape as the plurality of convex elements and at least one of a size or a shape of the plurality of concave elements varies over at least a portion of the second wall portion, and(iii) a transition region where the wall elements transition from being concave to convex;wherein each of the convex elements and the concave elements extends from a respective base to a respective distal end wall, wherein ...

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Номер записи: 12
01-01-2015 дата публикации

INSOLE DESIGN SYSTEM

Номер: US20150006119A1
Автор: Arayama Motohide, Oshiki Shinkichi
Принадлежит: Dream GP Inc.

Provided is an insole design system that can determine design parameters in accordance with set rules and can explain the design parameters in an easy-to-understand manner. 1. An insole design system comprising:a foot dimensions input unit for receiving input of dimensions of an outer shape of a foot;a design parameter input unit for receiving input of design parameters concerning a shape of a specific portion of a surface of an insole and determined with reference to a position of a bone of the foot;a bone position estimation unit for estimating the position of the bone serving as a reference of the design parameters, from the dimensions received by the foot dimensions input unit; anda data calculation unit for, from the position of the bone estimated by the bone position estimation unit and the design parameters received by the design parameter input unit, calculating data used for forming the shape of the surface of the insole.2. The insole design system according to claim 1 , wherein:the specific portion includes an inner arch corresponding to an inner side longitudinal arch of the foot;the design parameters include a peak height, a peak position, and an arch length of the inner arch;the peak position of the inner arch is determined with reference to any one of a medial cuneiform bone, a navicular bone, and a sustentaculum tali of the calcaneus bone;in the arch length of the inner arch, one end of the inner arch is determined with reference to a position of the heel and the other end of the inner arch is determined with reference to a position of the first metatarsal bone; andthe bone position estimation unit estimates the positions of the medial cuneiform bone, the navicular bone, the calcaneus bone and the sustentaculum tali thereof, and the first metatarsal bone, from the dimensions received by the foot dimensions input unit.3. The insole design system according to claim 1 , wherein:the specific portion includes an outer arch corresponding to an outer side ...

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Номер записи: 13
09-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING THE SHAPE, DIMENSIONS AND FLEXIBILITY OF SHOES

Номер: US20200011658A1
Автор: BUHTOJAROV Leonid Dmitrievich, CHUYKO Grigory Vladimirovich, GRISHKO Natalja Demjanovna, KANIN Dmitry Mihajlovich, POSMETEV Viktor Valerevich, REVKOV Egor Andreevich, SHEDRIN Ivan Sergeevich
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The invention relates to measurement technology and is intended for measuring the shape, the internal dimensions and the flexibility of shoes. The proposed measurement method consists in using probes with indicators, which create tension on the measured surface. A camera and a flat marking band are used for tracing the shape of the internal surface of a shoe. On the basis of the sum of the images, a three-dimensional model of the internal surface of the tested shoe is made, and the flexibility properties are determined by scanning the object with different forces. A device comprises a body, a camera mounted therein, two or more probes with indicators, and a flat marking band. The invention makes it possible to increase accuracy and to reduce the labor intensiveness and time of measurements. 1. A method of measuring a shape , dimensions and elastic properties of an inner surface of hollow objects , comprising: a device being inserted into the object to be measured , a camera , which through indicators located on probes that create a uniform state of stress on the surface to be measured , receives spatial data in relation to a flat marking strip , by means of which a three-dimensional model of the interior space of the object is built , the dimensions of which are received as a result of measuring the three-dimensional model , and the elastic properties are obtained as a result of scanning the same object with a different force applied and measuring a difference modulus between a final and an original dimensions of the deformed object.2. A method of building a three-dimensional model of an inner surface of hollow objects , said method consisting in: detecting a position of indicators of probes on video image frames , calculating a position of points and of a total of contact points of the probes with the surface through a mathematical algorithm and obtaining a set of current sections of the inner surface in a form of a set of points; detecting on the video image ...

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Номер записи: 14
18-01-2018 дата публикации

PORTABLE MANUFACTURING SYSTEM FOR ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20180014609A1
Автор: Bruce Robert M., LEE Eun Kyung, Sills Craig K.
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A portable manufacturing system includes an additive manufacturing device and a braiding device. The system also includes systems for capturing customized foot information from a foot. The additive manufacturing device can be used to form a footwear last having a geometry corresponding to the customized foot information. The footwear last can be placed through the braiding device to form a braided component for an article of footwear. A welding device can be used to attach overlay components to the braided component. Sole components may be separately formed and attached to the braided component. 1. A portable manufacturing system , comprising:a portable housing defining and interior and including a towing system, wherein the towing system is configured to be attached to a towing vehicle so that the portable housing can be towed by the towing vehicle;an additive manufacturing device disposed within the interior of the portable housing; anda braiding device disposed within the interior of the portable housing,wherein the additive manufacturing device is configured to form a footwear last and wherein the braiding device is configured to form a braided footwear component on the footwear last.2. The portable manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the portable housing is a semi-trailer.3. The portable manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the portable housing is a shipping container.4. The portable manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the portable manufacturing system further includes a sensing device claim 1 , the sensing device being configured to capture customized foot information from a foot claim 1 , and wherein the sensing device is disposed within the interior of the portable housing.5. The portable manufacturing system according to claim 1 , wherein the portable manufacturing system further includes a welding device and wherein the welding device is disposed within the interior of the portable housing.6. The portable ...

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Номер записи: 15
21-01-2021 дата публикации

MEASURING BOARD AND FOOT SHAPE DATA CREATING SYSTEM

Номер: US20210015212A1
Автор: KAGAMI Kana, TAKEICHI Kazunari, Taniguchi Norihiko
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A measuring board having a simple structure is to be provided. A measuring board includes a main body having a foldable structure, and the main body includes a placement part on which a foot is placed and that includes a measurement marker, a wall part provided adjacent to the placement part and configured to position a heel during measurement, and supporting structures and that support the wall part. With such a configuration, a measuring board having a simple structure can be provided. 1. A measuring board , comprising a main body having a foldable structure , ["a placement part on which a person to be measured places one's foot and that includes a measurement marker;", 'a wall part provided adjacent to the placement part and configured to position a heel of the foot during measurement; and', 'a supporting structure that supports the wall part., 'the main body comprising2. The measuring board according to claim 1 , wherein the measurement marker is a scale used to measure a length of the foot.3. The measuring board according to claim 1 , whereinthe measuring board is used to measure a foot shape by means of an image capturing device, andthe measurement marker is a reference line extending in a longitudinal direction of the measuring board and indicating a reference position of the foot during measurement.4. The measuring board according to claim 3 , whereinthe placement part includes a placement area on which the person to be measured places one's foot and also includes a calibration area provided on the outer peripheral side of the placement area,the placement area excluding the reference line is single colored, andthe color of the calibration area is different from the color of the placement area.5. The measuring board according to claim 4 , wherein the measurement marker includes a reference marker that provides a reference size for foot shape measurement claim 4 , and the reference marker is provided in the calibration area.6. The measuring board according to ...

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Номер записи: 16
24-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ADAPTING AN ITEM OF CLOTHING TO A PART OF THE BODY

Номер: US20190021448A1
Автор: Lenz Stefan
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In a method for adapting a thermally deformable item of clothing to a body part, the item is at least partially heated and brought into contact with an abutment region and the appropriate body part. The item of clothing has a side which, in the use position, is directed towards the body and a side which, in the use position, is directed away from the body. At least one pressure-exerting unit subjects that side of the item of clothing which is directed away from the body, at least in part, to a shaping pressure such that the at least partially heated item of clothing is adapted, at least in part, to the shape of the part of the body. The item of clothing is at least partially cooled by a cooling unit such that it is stabilized in the shape adapted to the part of the body. 12242352522. Method for adapting a thermally deformable article () of clothing to a body part , the article () of clothing being heated at least in part and being brought into contact with a contact region () and the corresponding body part , and the article () of clothing having one side that faces the body in the position of use and one side that faces away from the body in the position of use , wherein a shaping pressure () is applied to the side of the article () of clothing facing away from the body by at least one pressure application means () at least in part in such a way that the article () of clothing that has been heated at least in part is adapted at least in part to the shape of the body part , and wherein the article () of clothing is cooled at least in part by a cooling means , such that it is stabilized in the shape adapted to the body part.224. Method according to claim 1 , wherein heat is supplied to the article () of clothing before and/or while it is brought into contact with the contact area () until it becomes deformable.32112. Method according to claim 1 , wherein heat is supplied to the article () of clothing by an electrical heating element () that is located in or on the ...

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Номер записи: 17
24-01-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR MAKING CUSTOM ORTHOTICS, INSOLES AND OTHER FOOTWEAR INSERTS

Номер: US20190021449A1
Автор: Gooch Matthew Warren, McCoy Brent, Wakeland Dan
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An apparatus to assist in making an orthotic, insole or other footwear insert that is customized to a plantar surface of an individual's foot is provided. The apparatus includes a portable housing; a heater unit to selectively heat the orthotic or a heel cap of the footwear insert to increase its pliability; at least one alignment device to assist in positioning and orientating the individual's foot prior to conforming the orthotic or the heel cap to the plantar surface of the individual's foot; and a vacuum system to selectively apply a vacuum around the individual's foot to bring the orthotic or the heel cap into conformance with the plantar surface of the individual's foot prior to setting of the orthotic or the heel cap. Related methods of making custom orthotics, insoles and other footwear inserts are also provided. 127-. (canceled)28. An apparatus to assist in customizing a footwear insert to a plantar surface of an individual's foot , the apparatus comprising:a portable housing having a front face, the portable housing being engageable with a ground surface, and the front face including a foot receiving area that is transverse to the ground surface;a heater unit disposed in the portable housing, the heater unit having an opening formed in the portable housing, the opening being sized to receive a footwear insert to selectively heat the footwear insert;a cradle for a distal end portion of a leg of an individual, the cradle extending outwardly from the front face of the portable housing; anda vent disposed in the portable housing, the vent being thermally coupled to the heater unit to vent heated air generated by the heater unit.29. The apparatus of claim 28 , further comprising a vacuum system that includes a vacuum unit disposed in the enclosure of the portable housing claim 28 , the vacuum system including a bag and a control device to selectively apply a vacuum to the bag claim 28 , the bag being positionable around the individual's foot and the footwear ...

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Номер записи: 18
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Footcare product dispensing kiosk

Номер: US20140107968A1
Автор: Bin Xia, Charles E. Lundy, Harold A. Howlett
Принадлежит: MSD Consumber Care Inc

A kiosk apparatus that may select for a person a recommended footcare product based on pressure measurements collected from pressures sensors or calculated biomechanical data estimates. Pressure measurements and calculated biomechanical data estimates may be used to determine if a foot is unshod on the pressure sensor and also group a person into a classified subgroup. The pressure measurement and calculated biomechanical data estimates may also be used to select a recommended footcare product.

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Номер записи: 19
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Custom Insole

Номер: US20190022945A1
Автор: Ivan Ordaz
Принадлежит: Individual

A custom insole and process for fabrication comprised of scanning to map a foot, sending the scan to a remote processing computer and returning a 3D compatible printable file that can render the custom insole in a short time. The foot is preferably not deformed by standing pressure during the scan. The podiatrist taking the scan can amend the electronic file to add or remove material from the yet-to-be-made custom insole to tailor the fit to the specific patient.

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Номер записи: 20
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: 21
01-05-2014 дата публикации

Protective Toe Cap for Industrial Footwear

Номер: US20140115795A1
Автор: Almaguer Roberto Munoz, Aragon Carlos Armando Fuentes, Guerrero Constantino Vidal, Guzman Roberto Zitzumbo, Medina Ramon Alberto Ayala, Ruiz Fernando Chico
Принадлежит: Internacional de Calzado Ten Pac, S.A. de C.V.

The invention relates to a one-piece protective toe cap for safety footwear, forming a concave frame consisting of a front wall with connected side walls, the upper edges of which are joined by a concave surface along the profile of the last. The contour or edge of the flange of the toe cap is provided with a recess in order to house a tab and provide comfort, as well as improving the appearance of the footwear (not shown in these documents). The design withstands impact tests of approximately 101.7 to 146.7 Joules (10.4 to 14.95 kgf-m), leaving clearance of approximately 11 mm to 14 mm in the capped shoe and not only at the tip of the cap. 1. A method for making a toe cap for safety and protection footwear for protection of the five toes of the foot , in a single piece , such that the design of the toe cap allows for the protection of the 5 toes and such that it forms a rigid framework resistant to impacts in accordance with industry safety standards comprising:performing an anthropometric study of the foot;determining the dimensions of the toes;statistically analyzing the dimensions;translating the dimensions to three-dimensional measurements;making a last in accordance with the measurements obtained; and,making the toe cap from the last.2. The method of wherein the toe cap is designed for the specific morphology of the foot of the intended user claim 1 , wherein the morphology includes foot/shoe size claim 1 , the anatomical distribution of the heads of the metatarsals claim 1 , as well as gender.3. The method of wherein the width of the toe cap is provided by the results of the anthropometric study.4. The method of where in the dimensions of the toes are obtained by performing a three-dimensional scan of the foot.5. The method of wherein the dimensions are translated for three-dimensional evaluation of the toes.6. The method of wherein the measurements are statistically analyzed to determine trends of measurements and obtain the measurements for the population ...

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Номер записи: 22
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: 23
08-02-2018 дата публикации

MEASURING AN OBJECT

Номер: US20180035762A1
Автор: JONES Samuel, Rickett Peter, TOWNS Chris
Принадлежит:

A measurement apparatus comprising a base for receiving an object to be measured is disclosed. The base is provided with a pattern that is visually different in different locations. An abutment element is moveable relative to the object and the pattern, the moveable abutment element being configured to partially cover the pattern from an imaging apparatus and provide at least one datum point for the imaging apparatus for determining measurement data for the object based on the at least one datum point and a part of the pattern remaining visible for the imaging apparatus. Methods, imaging apparatuses and a system for generating and processing measurement data are also disclosed. 1. A measurement apparatus comprising:a base for receiving an object to be measured,a pattern on the base, the pattern being visually different in different locations, andan abutment element moveable relative to the object and the pattern,wherein the moveable abutment element is configured to partially cover the pattern from an imaging apparatus and provide at least one datum point for the imaging apparatus for determining measurement data for the object based on the at least one datum point and a part of the pattern remaining visible for the imaging apparatus.2. (canceled)3. The measurement apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one datum point comprises at least one edge of an opening provided in the abutment element claim 1 , and/or at least one edge of a recess provided in the abutment element and/or at least one edge of a wall of the abutment element and/or at least one side edge of an element protruding from the abutment element.4. The measurement apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the pattern comprises a randomised array of subpatterns or a picture.5. (canceled)6. The measurement apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a second pattern provided on the abutment element in the vicinity of the at least one datum point for use in focusing the imaging ...

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Номер записи: 24
07-02-2019 дата публикации

System and Method for Apparel Identification

Номер: US20190037932A1
Автор: Daniel SARGEANT, F. Grant Kovach, Gamir Shrestha, John Martin
Принадлежит: Under Armour Inc

System and method for apparel identification using a scannable code. In one embodiment, the method comprises: receiving a purchase order comprising information relating to a unique identity of the apparel; printing a machine-readable code including the information relating to the unique identity onto a tag; disposing an electronic apparatus on the apparel during manufacture; attaching the tag onto a portion of the apparel during the manufacture; performing tests to the functionality of the electronic apparatus; scanning the machine-readable code of the tag during the manufacture; transmitting the information relating to the unique identity to the electronic apparatus; and providing the apparel having the information relating to the unique identity stored at the electronic apparatus to a user based on the purchase order. In one variant, the apparel comprises a shoe and the electronic apparatus comprises a movement sensor.

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Номер записи: 25
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: 26
07-02-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A SHOE PART PRODUCTION MACHINE

Номер: US20190037971A1
Автор: CARLUCCI Patrizio, MITCHELL Joseph Henry
Принадлежит:

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: 27
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Foot Shape Acquisition Using Depth Sensor and Pressure Plate Technology

Номер: US20200037709A1
Автор: Kolsek Tomaz, Lahajnar Leon, Omrcen Damir, Stavrakis Angelos
Принадлежит:

A method and apparatus is provided for measuring human feet shape. Method and apparatus are designed to be effective for large scale measurement of feet, for example in shoe stores. Measurement is very fast, reliable, accurate, convenient for end consumer and easy to use either in self-service or by a trained operator. Apparatus involves usage of either one or multiple depth sensors, which capture part of the foot shape or whole foot surface, depending on the setup. Depth sensors are capable of capturing an image with depth information, which results in a three-dimensional point cloud from each sensor. Apparatus may be combined with a pressure plate, which provides complementary information on end-consumers feet and the gait behavior. The innovation provides a solution for many commercial/noncommercial applications, such as shoe retail business (matching the foot to particular footwear), biometrical research (examining the distribution of feet properties within particular population), clinical examination, etc. 1. An apparatus comprising: at least three depth sensors to acquire shape of one or two feet , wherein at least two depth sensors are positioned above the front part of the foot and at least one depth sensor is positioned at the back of the foot facing the heel.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , comprising four depth sensors to acquire shape of one or two feet claim 1 , wherein two depth sensors are positioned in the front of the foot and two depth sensors are positioned at the back of the foot.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein five or more depth sensors to acquire shape of one or two feet.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein an additional pressure plate is used claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is capable of acquisition of foot shape claim 1 , as well as the static pressure distribution over a human foot sole.5. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is free of any heel barrier.6. The apparatus according to ...

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Номер записи: 28
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: 29
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: 30
25-02-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SHOE, IN PARTICULAR A SPORTS SHOE

Номер: US20210052040A1
Автор: Hartmann Matthias
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a method for producing a shoe (), comprising a shoe sole () and an upper (). In order to provide an optimally fitting shoe in a simple manner, the method comprises the following steps according to the invention: a) providing a casting mould () for forming at least part of the shoe sole (), the casting mould () having a bottom region (), which lies vertically at the bottom, and having a side region (), the side region () forming a side wall of the casting mould cavity () and initially being open in the end region lying vertically at the top; b) injecting a first liquid plastic material into a first surface section () of the bottom region () of the casting mould () and at least injecting a second liquid plastic material into a second surface section () of the bottom region () of the casting mould (), the two plastic materials being different, the injection of the liquid plastic material being accomplished by means of at least one nozzle (), by means of which the plastic material is sprayed in a free jet into the surface section () in question; c) closing the casting mould () by means of a cover region () lying vertically at the top, which cover region () is placed onto the side region () of the casting mould (), and allowing the plastic materials to harden; d) opening of the casting mould () and removing the produced moulded part. 1. A method for producing a shoe , especially a sports shoe , comprising a shoe sole and an upper , wherein the production of the shoe sole comprises the steps:a) Providing a casting mould for forming at least a part of the shoe sole, wherein the casting mould having a bottom region, which lies vertically at the bottom, and having a side region, wherein the side region forming a side wall of the casting mould cavity and initially being open in the end region lying vertically at the top;b) Injecting a first liquid plastic material into a first surface section of the bottom region of the casting mould and at least ...

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Номер записи: 31
13-02-2020 дата публикации

SANDALS CUSTOMIZED FOR A WEARER'S FEET AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

Номер: US20200046063A1
Автор: Aggarwal Manuj, BELLAMY Chris, BEWZA Enger, FENNELL Carly, HARGOVAN Shamil, LAWSON Colin, MONTALVO Carlos, Salmon Michael, ZACHRITZ Hannah
Принадлежит: WIIVV WEARABLES INC.

A method for manufacturing a sandal, wherein various aspects of said sandal may be customized for a wearer's feet. The aspects can involve one or more of: the toe thong location, the position of the foot strap, and the arch support profile and arch support position. For a particular wearer, the optimal locations/settings of one or more of the foregoing aspects may be determined by applying a computer algorithm, which takes into account the foot data of the wearer, which foot data may be obtained from image/video capture technology. The method then assembles a sandal having the optimal locations/settings, such that the foot strap position, the arch support profile and/or the arch support position, as the case may be, are customized for the wearer. Also disclosed herein is a sandal having a foot strap position and/or an arch support profile and arch support position that is customized for the wearer, and made in accordance with the above-described methods. 1. A method for manufacturing a sandal having an arch support that is customized for a wearer , wherein the sandal comprises a foot strap and a sole , the sole having an outstep side and an instep side , the foot strap attached at one end proximate to the instep side of the sole and at another end proximate to the outstep side of the sole , the method comprising the steps of:(i) acquiring foot data for said wearer;(ii) determining for the wearer, an optimal arch support profile and an optimal arch support position, based upon the foot data for the wearer;(iii) providing an arch support component in accordance with the optimal arch support profile;(iv) providing one or more fasteners configured to fasten the arch support component to the sole of the sandal;(v) providing the foot strap and sole;(vi) fastening the arch support component to the sole of the sandal at the optimal arch support position using the fasteners; and(vii) assembling the foot strap, the sole and the arch support component together to form the ...

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Номер записи: 32
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: 33
10-03-2022 дата публикации

DATA GENERATING APPARATUS, SHOE LAST PRODUCING SYSTEM AND DATA GENERATING METHOD

Номер: US20220071356A1
Автор: Abe Satoru, HATANO Genki, Kozuka Yuya, Takahama Kenta, Takashima Shingo
Принадлежит: ASICS CORPORATION

A data generating apparatus generates shoe last data for manufacturing a shoe from measured foot shape data. The data generating apparatus includes: an input unit that receives the foot shape data; a processor that computes the shoe last data from the foot shape data received by the input unit; and an output unit that outputs the shoe last data computed by the processor. The input unit further receives selected additional information. The processor specifies a portion of the shoe last data to be corrected, based on the additional information, and calculates an amount of correction of the specified portion based on the additional information. 1. A data generating apparatus that generates shoe last data for manufacturing a shoe from measured foot shape data , the data generating apparatus comprising:an input configured to receive the foot shape data and additional information;a computer configured to compute the shoe last data from the foot shape data received by the input, specify a portion of the shoe last data to be corrected based on the additional information, calculate an amount of correction of the specified portion based on the additional information, and correct the specified portion by the amount of correction to correct the shoe last data; andan output configured to output the shoe last data as computed and corrected by the computer.2. The data generating apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe shoe last data includes at least one of first data corresponding to an upper-side region of the shoe and second data corresponding to a sole-side region of the shoe.3. The data generating apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe computer is configured to specify a portion of the first data to be corrected.4. The data generating apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe computer is configured to select one of a plurality of pieces of preset sole data as the second data.5. The data generating apparatus according to claim 3 , whereinthe computer is configured ...

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Номер записи: 34
23-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SIZING SHOES

Номер: US20170053335A1
Автор: Hanscom Andrew
Принадлежит:

Capturing three-dimensional images of feet and arraying them against vast databases of stored shoe data enables better developed matching with desired fittings than conventional systems. Smartphone/iPhone/digital camera and related interface tools supported by proprietary data streams and engines recommend better shoe choices from plethoric offerings updated continually and based upon legacy shoe data along with new ways to compare and select shoes. 1. A method for creating a virtual last for a shoe , the method comprising:collecting, from a plurality of people, input sets of fit information describing a certain shoe model;storing the input sets in a computer system comprising a processor coupled to a memory device;having the processor merge the input sets to create a digital fit model of the shoe model;creating a database entry for the shoe model in a database within the memory; andsaving the digital fit model as a virtual last model in the database entry.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the merging step comprises having the processor average the fit information of the input sets.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising obtaining information that a plurality of different shoes are built to one last and claim 1 , for each of the plurality of different shoes claim 1 , saving the digital fit model as a virtual last model in a database entry for that shoe.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the input sets comprise comfort ratings for different regions of a foot.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising screening the collected input sets for an outlier and excluding an outlier from the merge step.6. A system for creating a virtual last for a shoe claim 1 , the system comprising:a processor coupled to a memory having stored therein instructions executable to cause the system to:collect, from a plurality of people, input sets of fit information describing a certain shoe model;store the input sets in the memory;merge the input sets to create a digital fit model ...

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Номер записи: 35
10-03-2016 дата публикации

Custom Footwear And Custom Footwear Fabrication System and Methods

Номер: US20160066655A1
Автор: Goldie Scott D.
Принадлежит:

Disclosed embodiments include systems for fabricating custom footwear, custom footwear, and blanks useful for creating custom footwear. System embodiments include a processor which controls the fabrication of custom footwear based in part upon contemporaneously received customer input concerning design choices and further based in part upon physical attributes of the customer's feet determined contemporaneously with a foot scanning unit. In some embodiments the entire design and fabrication process is completed at a retail location within the view of the customer. 1. A footwear fabrication system comprising:one or more customer input units providing for the selection of at least one footwear design feature by a customer;a foot scanning unit providing a digital representation of at least one physical attribute of the customer's feet;a supply of footwear blanks;a footwear forming machine; anda processor receiving input from the customer input unit and the foot scanning unit, the processor being configured to control the footwear forming machine and cause the footwear forming machine to fabricate footwear incorporating the at least one footwear design feature selected by the customer and the processor being further configured to cause the footwear forming machine to customize the footwear to correspond to the scanned physical attribute of the customer's feet.2. The footwear fabrication system of wherein the supply of footwear blanks comprises an automated supply of footwear blanks claim 1 , and wherein the processor is configured to control the automated supply of footwear blanks and cause the automated supply of footwear blanks to supply a selected blank to the footwear forming machine.34-. (canceled)5. The footwear fabrication system of further comprising a retail pad claim 2 , wherein the one or more customer input units claim 2 , the foot scanning unit claim 2 , the footwear forming machine claim 2 , the automated supply of footwear blanks and the processor are ...

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Номер записи: 36
09-03-2017 дата публикации

NOVEL METHOD FOR DESIGNING ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20170065022A1
Автор: Smith Courtney
Принадлежит:

The invention described herein pertains to athletic footwear and in particular to a novel method of designing position-specific athletic footwear. The present invention includes a method of designing athletic footwear comprising collecting data while a set of athletic moves are executed wherein the set of athletic moves are characteristic of a player position for a sport. Based upon the collected data, designing athletic footwear to maximize player position performance. 1. A method , comprising:collecting data while a set of athletic moves are executed;wherein the set of athletic moves are characteristic of a player position for a sport; andbased on the collected data, designing athletic footwear to maximize player position performance.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising identifying the set of athletic moves that characteristic of the player position for the sport.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sport is a team sport.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the set of athletic moves includes at least one football athletic move claim 1 , basketball athletic move claim 1 , or soccer athletic move.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the data collected includes at least one of stress data claim 1 , pressure data claim 1 , shear data claim 1 , torsion data claim 1 , force data claim 1 , or impact data.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein designing athletic footwear consists of designing an inner sole and an outer sole of an athletic footwear.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the set of athletic moves are performed by a test subject.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the athletic moves include primary athletic moves and secondary athletic moves.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the primary athletic moves include athletic moves attributable to one player position.10. The method of claim 8 , wherein the secondary athletic moves include athletic moves attributable to two or more player positions.11. A player-position sports shoe claim 8 , comprising:an integrated ...

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Номер записи: 37
10-03-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR MEASURING AN ARTICLE

Номер: US20160069660A1
Автор: INNES Dan, KINALLY Yaan, Rickett Peter, TOWNS Chris
Принадлежит:

There is provided a measuring device having a pair of pivoted arms, the ends of which remote from the pivot having an associated tape. The tape is fixed to one arm and extends internally through the other arm to be wound on to a biased reel located in a housing part, the reel taking up any slack in the tape. 1. A method for measuring a three dimensional object by a measurement apparatus comprising a pair of arms and an elongate measuring element extending between the arms , the measuring element having at least one extremity secured to a reel and being biased to take up slack therein , the method comprising:placing the measurement apparatus around the three dimensional object by moving the arms relative to each other about a pivot to place the three dimensional object between the arms while placing the measurement element extending between the arms against the three dimensional object so that the measurement element follows a contour of the three dimensional object; anddetermining at least one measurement of the three dimensional object based on a length of the measurement element paid out from the reel or rotation of the reel or angular relative displacement of the arms.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the reel rotates on the pivot and the reel is biased to take up slack in the measurement element.3. The method according to claim 1 , said method further comprising determining a girth measurement based on rotation of the reel or the amount of measurement element paid out from the reel or a tread width based on the distance between the free ends of the arms.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising determining a measurement based on a linear distance between free ends of the arms measured by the relative angular displacement of the arms and amount of measurement element dispensed by the reel or rotation of the reel.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the measuring element comprises a tape.6. A computer program embodied on a non- ...

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Номер записи: 38
17-03-2022 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM TO PROVIDE AN INDIVIDUALIZED FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20220083701A1
Автор: Berger Christoph G., Kögel Jannik Simon, KÖRGER Harald, Krabbe Berthold, SCHNEIDER Matthias
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The present invention relates to a method of providing an individualized footwear for a user, operated in a computerized calculation system, the method comprising: obtaining one or more input data relating to the user, allocating the one or more input data to a plurality of attributes relevant to an individualized footwear, each of the attributes being associated with the one or more input data, calculating a parameter for each of the attributes using the one or more input data associated thereto, and providing individualized construction data for manufacture of the individualized footwear based on the calculated parameters of the attributes. 1. A method of providing an individualized footwear for a user , operated in a computerized calculation system , the method comprising:obtaining one or more input data relating to the user;allocating the one or more input data to a plurality of attributes relevant to an individualized footwear, each of the attributes being associated with the one or more input data;calculating a parameter for each of the attributes using the one or more input data associated thereto; andproviding individualized construction data for manufacture of the individualized footwear based on the calculated parameters of the attributes.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more input data comprise one or more of anthropometric data of the user claim 1 , biomechanical data of the user claim 1 , and personal preference of the user for a footwear.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the anthropometric data of the user comprises body mass of the user and foot length claim 2 , ball width claim 2 , ball angle claim 2 , ball circumference claim 2 , waist circumference claim 2 , instep circumference claim 2 , heel circumference claim 2 , heel shape claim 2 , arch index claim 2 , and midfoot width of the foot of the user.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the biomechanical data of the user comprises playing style claim 2 , motion analysis and skill level ...

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Номер записи: 39
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: 40
29-05-2014 дата публикации

Scanner-Assisted Selection of Fitting Footwear with Individualized Footbed

Номер: US20140149072A1
Автор: RUTSCHMANN DIRK
Принадлежит: corpus.e AG

A method is described for selecting, in a cost-effective and largely automated manner, best fit footwear with an optimally selected or individualized footbed. With the aid of a preferably multisensory foot scanner, the geometric three-dimensional shape of the foot and the plantar pressure image registered with it are determined at the same time. A database of digitized shoe interiors is used for determining, by means of a best fit selection, the series-produced shoe that best matches the 3D foot model. Using a conventional system for producing individualized insoles and/or footbeds, an insole that matches the sole of the foot is selected or prepared and, in a further, novel method step according to the invention, by means of numerical determination of the three-dimensional surfaces of the footbed, the foot sole and the peripheral zone of the sole in the inner shoe, the so-called insole space, the required insole constituting the footbed is selected, or further processed numerically, such that it fits in an optimum manner into the selected best fit item of footwear in the put-on condition. 1. A method of equipping footwear with a footbed customized to a foot of a person , comprising the following steps:a) acquiring a numerical model of the three-dimensional shape of the foot by means of a foot scanner;b) preparing a plantar pressure image of the foot by means of a pressure sensor plate on which the person stands;c) registering the plantar pressure image with the numerical model of the three-dimensional shape of the foot;d) obtaining, or acquiring by means of an interior scanner, a numerical model of the interior shape of the footwear;e) calculating, from the plantar pressure image, a surface model of an insole for the surface contacting the foot sole;f) establishing, from the intersection of the three-dimensional surfaces of the interior shape of the footwear and the surface model of the insole, the space coordinates for the peripheral zone and the lower side of the ...

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Номер записи: 41
05-03-2020 дата публикации

SHOE-FIT TESTING DEVICE

Номер: US20200069000A1
Автор: ABEL Stacy, BISHOFF TYLER
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A shoe-fit testing device includes a pseudo skeletal structure and a pseudo soft tissue structure. The pseudo skeletal structure approximates the bone structure of a human foot and ankle, and the pseudo soft tissue structure encompasses the pseudo skeletal structure. The shoe-fit testing device is capable of transitioning between a compressed state and an uncompressed state. In the uncompressed state, the shoe-fit testing device has a joint girth that is measured at a first value. In the compressed state, the shoe fit testing device has a joint girth that is measured at a second value that is less than the first value. As such, the shoe-fit testing device approximates the flexibility and compressibility of the human foot without requiring a live model. 1. A shoe-fit testing device:a pseudo skeletal structure that approximates a bone structure of a human ankle and foot; anda pseudo soft tissue structure encompassing the pseudo skeletal structure, the shoe-fit testing device capable of transitioning between an uncompressed state and a compressed state, wherein in the uncompressed state a joint girth of the shoe-fit testing device has a first value and wherein in the compressed state the joint girth of the shoe-fit testing device has a second value that is less than the first value.2. The shoe-fit testing device of claim 1 , wherein the pseudo skeletal structure includes a number of elements that is less than a number of bones that exist in the human ankle and foot.3. The shoe-fit testing device of claim 1 , wherein the pseudo skeletal structure includes a pseudo metatarsal component that approximates the five metatarsal bones of the human foot with less than five pseudo bone elements.4. The shoe-fit testing device of claim 3 , wherein the pseudo metatarsal component approximates the five metatarsal bones of the human foot with exactly three pseudo bone elements.5. The shoe-fit testing device of claim 1 , wherein the pseudo skeletal structure includes a plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 42
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Device for leg and foot positioning in a footprint digitalization system

Номер: US20200069256A1
Автор: Giovanni Di Martino, Mariano Di Martino
Принадлежит: Di Martino snc di Mariano e Giovanni Di Martino

The present invention relates to an apparatus comprising: a seat for a patient; a support platform for the feet of the patient, positioned anteriorly to the seat; an alignment system allowing a patient's leg and its corresponding foot to be aligned in the three space planes in order to determine the tibia correct verticality; a system for properly positioning the foot on the platform including at least turrets able to allow pads to be applied in contact with the talus and/or scaphoid inside the foot and in contact with the calcaneus and/or cuboid outside the foot; a foot measurement system in a neutral position; an automatic real time driving system for properly positioning the leg and foot with numerical indication and direction of the movements to be carried out; a central unit capable for receiving and processing the data detected by the measurement system for footprint digitalization.

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Номер записи: 43
18-03-2021 дата публикации

THREE-DIMENSIONAL INCLINED FOOT SCANNER

Номер: US20210076777A1
Автор: COLBATH Megan L.
Принадлежит: APTULUM, LLC

An adjustable inclined foot scanner includes a frame having a connected platform, a positionally adjustable rear foot support connected to the frame and movable with respect to the platform, a heel support pivotally mounted on the rear foot support, a three-dimensional camera scanning system for covering a majority of a user's foot, the scanning system including a frontal foot scanning assembly, an under-foot scanning assembly for covering at least an arch portion of the user's foot, and a rear foot scanning assembly. 1. An adjustable inclined foot scanner comprising:a frame having a connected platform;a positionally adjustable rear foot support connected to the frame and movable with respect to the platform in a first plane about a vertical axis and a horizontal axis;a heel support pivotally mounted on the rear foot support along a pivotal axis perpendicular to the first plane;a three-dimensional camera scanning system for scanning a majority of the foot, the scanning system including a front foot scanning assembly, an underfoot scanning assembly for covering at least an arch portion of the foot, and a rear foot scanning assembly.2. The foot scanner of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the underfoot and rear scanning assemblies is connected with the rear foot support.3. The foot scanner of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the platform and rear foot support has a weight sensor.4. The foot scanner of claim 3 , wherein both of the platform and rear foot support have a weight sensor.5. The foot scanner of claim 1 , wherein the heel support has positioning concavity.6. The foot scanner of claim 5 , wherein the heel support has positioning concavity equal to or above a heel seat plane of the heel support.7. The foot scanner of claim 5 , wherein the heel support has positioning concavity below a heel seat plane of the heel support.8. The foot scanner of claim 1 , wherein the heel support is adjustable.9. The foot scanner of claim 8 , wherein the heel support is ...

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Номер записи: 44
07-03-2019 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR CONSTRUCTION WITH HYBRID MOLDS

Номер: US20190073709A1
Автор: Hayes Eric Paris, Wakeland Daniel, Zhang Mike
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Embodiments are directed to manufacturing footwear. A first outer mold shell and a second outer mold shell may be provided. A first inner mold body and a second inner mold body may be manufactured. The first and second inner mold bodies may have respective first and second inner mold surfaces. The second inner mold surface, together with the first inner mold surface, may define an internal mold volume. The first and second inner mold bodies may be removably coupled to the respective first and second outer mold shells to form first and second hybrid side rings. The first hybrid side ring and the second hybrid side ring may be installed in an automated injection molding machine. The installed first hybrid side ring may be moved toward the installed second hybrid side ring to provide the internal mold volume. One or more liquids may be injected into the internal mold volume. 1. A method of manufacturing footwear , the method comprising:providing a first outer mold shell and a second outer mold shell;manufacturing a first inner mold body and a second inner mold body, the first inner mold body having a first inner mold surface, and the second inner mold body having a second inner mold surface that, together with the first inner mold surface of the first inner mold body, defines an internal mold volume that defines a shape of one or more portions of a first footwear item to be manufactured;removably coupling the first inner mold body to the first outer mold shell to form a first hybrid side ring;removably coupling the second inner mold body to the second outer mold shell to form a second hybrid side ring;installing the first hybrid side ring and the second hybrid side ring in an automated injection molding machine;moving the installed first hybrid side ring toward the installed second hybrid side ring to provide the internal mold volume; andinjecting one or more liquids into the internal mold volume to form the one or more portions of the first footwear item.2. The method ...

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Номер записи: 45
14-03-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR SIZING AN ORTHOTIC DEVICE

Номер: US20190076059A1
Автор: Latterman Sue Ann
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A method for selecting size of an orthotic for a foot is described, where the method comprises collecting certain measurements for a foot, such as a length corresponding to a distance from a proximal point of the heel to a base of a metatarsal head and, optionally, a width w corresponding to a distance from the medial edge of the foot at approximately the base of the first metatarsal head to the lateral edge of the foot at approximately the base of the fifth metatarsal head, and, optionally, a height h corresponding to the height of the lateral foot arch relative to ground. The height h is measured, in some cases, with the foot in an adjusted or restored condition. The measurements are used to recommend or to select a size of an orthotic product. 1. A method for selecting size of a foot orthotic , comprising:{'img': {'@id': 'CUSTOM-CHARACTER-00068', '@he': '3.22mm', '@wi': '1.44mm', '@file': 'US20190076059A1-20190314-P00001.TIF', '@alt': 'custom-character', '@img-content': 'character', '@img-format': 'tif'}, 'determining a length corresponding to a distance from a back of a heel to approximately a base of a metatarsal head of a foot;'}determining a height h of a lateral arch of the foot, the height h corresponding to a distance between a surface on which the foot is placed to a plantar surface of the foot approximately at an intersection defined by a lateral cuneiform bone, a navicular bone and a cuboid bone;{'img': {'@id': 'CUSTOM-CHARACTER-00069', '@he': '3.22mm', '@wi': '1.44mm', '@file': 'US20190076059A1-20190314-P00001.TIF', '@alt': 'custom-character', '@img-content': 'character', '@img-format': 'tif'}, 'selecting a foot orthotic size based on length and height h.'}2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the length is taken as the distance from the back of the heel to the base of the first metatarsal head.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the length is taken as the distance from the back of the heel to the base to the base of the fifth metatarsal head.4. The method ...

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Номер записи: 46
24-03-2016 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR RECOMMENDATIONS FROM FOOT SCAN DATA

Номер: US20160081435A1
Автор: Marks William H.
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Techniques for recommending footwear based on scan data describing feet of a user and a variety of other information are described. In some instances, a footwear service may obtain scan data describing feet of a user. The footwear service may process the scan data to generate a 3D representation of the user's feet, such as a 3D model or other representation. The footwear service may also obtain other information about the user, such as user preferences, orthotics data, information identifying an activity that the user participates in and so on. The footwear service may determine a footwear recommendation for the user based on the 3D representation of the user's feet, footwear data describing a footwear item, the user preferences and/or other information. 1. A method comprising:obtaining scan data describing feet of a user in three dimensions;generating a three-dimensional (3D) representation of the feet based at least in part on the scan data;obtaining one or more user preferences for the user regarding footwear;determining a recommendation for the user based at least in part on the 3D representation of the feet and the one or more user preferences, the recommendation identifying at least one footwear item; andsending the recommendation to a device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the scan data includes at least one of:one or more images of the feet of the user;one or more videos of the feet of the user;depth information of the feet of the user;pressure information of the feet of the user; orone or more data points of the feet of the user.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the recommendation for the user is further based at least in part on historical data that describes the feet of the user over time.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the recommendation for the user is further based on at least one of:a height of the user;a weight of the user;an age of the user;a gender of the user;one or more activities in which the user is interested;a medical diagnosis for the ...

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Номер записи: 47
31-03-2022 дата публикации

SHOE SIZE MEASUREMENT DEVICES AND METHODS

Номер: US20220095747A1
Автор: Waldrum Faye Cary
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A measurement device that allows all users to conveniently and discreetly determine appropriate general footwear measurements at any age is disclosed. The device may include a housing having a contact edge configured to receive the heel or a first side edge of the user's foot, a retractable tape configured to extend outwardly from the housing, and a toe flange proximate the distal end of the retractable tape that is configured to receive the toe or a second side edge of the user's foot. The retractable tape may have indicia of barleycorn units of measurement that can be easily be used to determine footwear sizes (length and width) in English speaking countries. 1. A measurement device configured to measure a shoe size associated with a user's foot , the device comprising:a housing having a foot contact surface configured to contact a first portion of the user's foot;a retractable tape element configured to selectively extend away from the housing, the retractable tape element comprising top and bottom surfaces each having indicia associated with shoe sizes, wherein the retractable tape element is configured to remain at a fixed position once extended; anda flange positioned proximate a distal end of the tape element, the flange configured to contact a second portion of the user's foot.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing contains a viewing window configured to make at least a portion of the indicia viewable from outside the housing.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the housing contains a retraction element configured to spool the tape element and the tape element is flexible.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the indicia associated with shoe sizes comprises barleycorn units of measurement.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the flange comprises a T-shaped plate having an upwardly extending portion claim 1 , a downwardly extending portion claim 1 , and a lateral portion that attaches to the tape element claim 1 , the upwardly extending portion being longer ...

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Номер записи: 48
31-03-2022 дата публикации

FOOT LENGTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING REPLACEMENT TIME FOR SHOES, AND MEASUREMENT ASSISTING TOOL

Номер: US20220095748A1
Автор: KAGAMI Kana, Taniguchi Norihiko
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A system for managing foot length information of a growing person is to be provided. A foot length information management system includes: a measurement unit that measures foot length; a storage unit that stores multiple patterns of growth curve information; an age information input unit into which age information of a customer is entered; and a growth curve information selecting unit that refers to the age information to select growth curve information corresponding to foot length measured by the measurement unit, from among the multiple patterns of growth curve information. The foot length information management system may further include a recording unit in which past foot length is recorded, and the growth curve information selecting unit may select growth curve information based on foot length recorded in the recording unit and foot length measured by the measurement unit. 111-. (canceled)12. A measurement assisting tool movable on a placement surface on which a foot is placed , the measurement assisting tool comprising:a main body that includes a bottom surface of an L shape to be in contact with the placement surface, and an upper surface of an L shape facing the side opposite to the bottom surface; anda calibration mark provided on the upper surface.13. The measurement assisting tool according to claim 12 , whereinthe main body comprises a first member of an elongate shape, and a second member that extends from one end of the first member to make a right angle with the first member and that is longer than the first member, andthe calibration mark is provided closer to the tip of the second member, with respect to the middle in a long side direction of the second member.14. The measurement assisting tool according to claim 13 , further comprising an extension member connected to the tip of the second member and extending in the same direction as the second member claim 13 , whereinan additional calibration mark is provided on an upper surface of the extension ...

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Номер записи: 49
25-03-2021 дата публикации

FOOT FEATURE MEASUREMENT AND SIMULATION

Номер: US20210085033A1
Автор: Keyes Larry
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A method comprises arranging a measurement paper. The measurement paper may include a plurality of lines to aid in centering a foot. The method may further include tracing a foot onto the measurement paper and making a plurality of measurements on the traced foot. Based on the plurality of measurements, shoe fit evaluator may be constructed. 1. A method , comprising:arranging a measurement paper;tracing a foot onto the measurement paper;making a plurality of measurements on the traced foot; andconstructing, based on the plurality of measurements, a shoe fit evaluator.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein tracing a foot onto the measurement paper further comprises:positioning the foot on the measurement paper such that the foot is aligned with a plurality of lines on the measurement paper; andtracing each feature of the foot.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein making a plurality of measurements on the traced foot further comprises:measuring a length of the traced foot;measuring a width of the traced foot; andmeasuring a plurality of angles of features of the traced foot.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein constructing a shoe fit evaluator further comprises: the shoe fit evaluator pieces comprise a plurality of balls and rods; and', 'the plurality of shoe fit evaluator pieces is selected based on the plurality of measurements made on the traced foot; and, 'selecting a plurality of shoe fit evaluator pieces, whereinjoining the selected shoe fit evaluator pieces to simulate at least one feature of the traced foot.5. A method claim 1 , comprising:arranging a measurement paper;taking a plurality of photographs of a foot; and a processor; and', receive the plurality of photographs of the foot;', 'standardize a plurality of measurements from the plurality of photographs;', 'receive input from an evaluator; and', 'determine a design for a shoe fit evaluator., 'a non-transitory computer readable medium including instructions executable by the processor to], 'uploading the ...

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Номер записи: 50
25-03-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR DETERMINING CHARACTERISTIC FOOT DATA, COMPUTER PROGRAM AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20210085034A1
Автор: BISCHOFF Martin
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Custom-made shoes and orthopedic insoles support the wearer, with these products being manufactured at specialist retailers by a method that includes the steps of: producing a footprint; capturing the footprint and a measurement standard as a footprint image using a camera; and, extracting and/or determining the characteristic foot data on the basis of the footprint image. 1. A method for determining characteristic foot data for the manufacture of insoles and/or shoes , having the method steps of:producing a footprintcapturing the footprint and a measurement standard as a footprint image using a camera,extracting and/or determining the characteristic foot data on the basis of the footprint image and the measurement standard.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the characteristic foot data comprise a substructure of the footprint and/or of the foot.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the footprint takes the form of a 2D footprint.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the footprint is produced by wetting the foot with a liquid and subsequently rolling it over a surface.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the liquid is water.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the footprint is made on a sheet of paper claim 1 , wherein the sheet of paper forms the measurement standard.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the footprint image is captured using a first device claim 1 , wherein the footprint image is sent by the first device to a second device for determining the characteristic foot data.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , prior to production of the footprint claim 1 , points of interest on the foot are marked with a marker claim 1 , in particular a lipstick claim 1 , wherein the marker indicates the points of interest in the footprint.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein an additional image of the foot is captured claim 1 , wherein the characteristic foot data are determined on the basis of the ...

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Номер записи: 51
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Methods for designing a foot orthotic

Номер: US20190082779A1
Автор: J. Kevin Miller, Michael S. Latterman, Sue Ann Latterman
Принадлежит: TENSEGRITY TECHNOLOGIES Inc

A foot orthotic device is disclosed. More specifically described is an individualized foot orthotic device to correct and/or restore the ideal alignment and/or positioning of foot structures. The device is designed using a method and system that applies sequential pressure to regions on a plantar foot surface, and obtaining positional information about each region. Based on the positional information, an orthotic profile is determined, for design of one or more custom, individualized foot orthotic devices for a subject.

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Номер записи: 52
21-03-2019 дата публикации

SOLE MEASURING DEVICE

Номер: US20190082794A1
Автор: LIU YI-HSIEN
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A sole measuring device includes a slow recovery memory unit configured to receive a foot sole and to create a foot print, an alignment unit connected to the slow recovery memory unit used for indicating an alignment position of the foot, and a scale unit connected to the slow recovery memory unit used for providing a scale mark. The present invention is able to measure not only foot length but also foot width precisely, as well as foot arch can be inferred properly. 1. A sole measuring device , comprising:a slow recovery memory unit configured to receive a foot sole and to create a foot print;an alignment unit connected to the slow recovery memory unit and used for indicating an alignment position of the foot sole; anda scale unit connected to the slow recovery memory unit and used for providing a scale mark.2. The sole measuring device according to claim 1 , further including a sensing unit arranged on top of the slow recovery memory unit and used for detecting the foot print in order to provide a sole measuring information.3. The sole measuring device according to claim 2 , wherein the sensing unit is an optical sensor.4. The sole measuring device according to claim 2 , wherein the sensing unit is a distance sensor.5. The sole measuring device according to claim 2 , wherein the sensing unit is a temperature sensor.6. The sole measuring device according to claim 2 , wherein the sole measuring information is any one of a foot length information claim 2 , a foot width information claim 2 , an arch information or a combination thereof.7. The sole measuring device according to claim 2 , further comprising a processing unit and a pressure sensing unit; wherein the processing unit is connected to the pressure sensing unit claim 2 , the pressure sensing unit is combined with the slow recovery memory unit claim 2 , and the sole measuring device is configured in such a way that when the pressure sensing unit detects that the foot sole has moved away from the slow recovery ...

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Номер записи: 53
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: 54
01-04-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MEASURING FOOT SIZE AND SHAPE BY USING IMAGE PROCESSING

Номер: US20210093050A1
Автор: CHOI Ye Ji, LEE Steena Sun Yong
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A method for measuring foot size and shape by using image processing includes a step of acquiring an image captured by simultaneously photographing a user's foot and an item having a standardized size; and a calculation step of calculating foot size or shape information from the image. The image is captured when at least a part of the user's foot comes in contact with the item. 1. A method for measuring foot size and shape by using image processing , the method comprising:acquiring an image captured by simultaneously photographing a user's foot and an item having a standardized size; andcalculating foot size or shape information from the image, wherein the image is captured when at least a part of the user's foot comes in contact with the item.2. The method of claim 1 , whereinthe item has a rectangular shape, andthe image is photographed when all of four vertices of the item are exposed and the user's foot covers a part of edges of the item.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the calculating of the foot size or shape information from the image comprises:calculating positions of vertices of the item from the image; andcalculating a region where the foot is located in the image.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the calculating of the positions of the vertices comprises:calculating one or more feature points corresponding to a corner from the image;calculating a convex polygon that surrounds a contour of the item from the image and then calculating candidate points of the vertices of the item through a simplification algorithm; andcomparing the one or more feature points with the candidate points to select the vertices.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the calculating of the region where the foot is located in the image claim 3 , comprises:calculating a first region including a region where the foot and the item do not come in contact with each other, inside a figure formed by the vertices; andremoving the first region from the image and then calculating a contour of ...

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Номер записи: 55
01-04-2021 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR MEASURING INNER SIZE OF SHOE

Номер: US20210093051A1
Автор: CHOI Ye Ji, LEE Steena Sun Yong
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A device for measuring the inner size of a shoe includes a measuring unit including a sensor inserted into the shoe so as to measure the distance up to the inner surface of the shoe, a driving unit capable of rotating the measuring unit around a preset rotation axis, and a frame for supporting the driving unit. 1. A device for measuring an inner size of a shoe , comprising:a measuring unit including a sensor inserted into the shoe to measure a distance up to an inner surface of the shoe;a driving unit capable of rotating the measuring unit around a preset rotation axis; anda frame for supporting the driving unit.2. The device of claim 1 , whereinthe measuring unit comprises a plurality of sensors, andthe plurality of sensors are arranged at different heights of the measuring unit.3. The device of claim 1 , whereinthe measuring unit comprises a plurality of sensors, andthe plurality of sensors are arranged at the same height of the measuring unit.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein sensing ranges of the plurality of sensors are different from each other.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the driving unit is capable of moving the measuring unit in a direction parallel to the rotation axis.6. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a control unit configured to control the driving unit and to calculate a three-dimensional structure of an inner surface of the shoe through data acquired from the measuring unit.7. A device for measuring an inner size of a shoe claim 1 , comprising:a driving unit inserted into the shoe;a length adjustment unit having a length capable of being adjusted by the driving unit and having a shape of a stick that is elongated in front and rear directions of the shoe; anda measuring unit capable of moving along the length adjustment unit in the front and rear directions of the shoe and having a sensor for measuring a distance up to an inner surface of the shoe.8. The device of claim 7 , further comprising a contact sensor installed at a front end ...

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Номер записи: 56
28-03-2019 дата публикации

SENSOR ASSEMBLIES; SENSOR-ENABLED GARMENTS AND OBJECTS; DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR DATA COLLECTION

Номер: US20190094088A1
Автор: Carmagnani Maria Pia, Coudriet Blake, Kline Warren, Kueper Matthew, MACAGNO Maurizio, REIF Roberto, Small Chris, Svab Dave
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Components and assemblies for acquisition and analysis of data collected from sites such body surfaces, footwear and apparel, objects, accessories, and the like are directed to providing intermittent and/or continuous monitoring and reporting of conditions such as force, pressure, shear and other conditions, activity and/or environmental parameters at body locations and/or at an interface of a body location and an object. In one aspect, sensor assemblies comprise one or more sensor(s) and/or associated electronics associated with at least one non-conductive carrier layer. Electronic components including sensor acquisition systems (SAS) and dedicated electronics devices (DED) providing electronics components for signal conditioning, data collection, storage, analysis, feedback, communications and optional sensing capabilities are also described. 1. A sensor assembly comprising at least one sensor and at least one electrically conductive trace , wherein: the at least one sensor is in electrical communication with the at least one electrically conductive trace; wherein the at least one electrically conductive trace terminates at or in proximity to a signal transfer terminal; and wherein the at least one sensor and at least one electrically conductive trace are sandwiched between two non-electrically conductive carrier layers.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the non-electrically conductive carrier layers comprise a polyvinyl chloride material.5. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor is a resistive pressure sensor comprising a material selected from the group consisting of: an e-textile material claim 1 , a printable ink claim 1 , a printable silicone claim 1 , a thermoplastic elastomer claim 1 , and combinations thereof.6. (canceled)7. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one electrically conductive trace comprises a material selected from the group consisting of: thread claim 1 , yarn ...

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Номер записи: 57
26-03-2020 дата публикации

BICYCLE SHOE BASE AND CLEAT POSITIONING DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR USE

Номер: US20200093226A1
Автор: Degodoi Josef Kevin Lucero
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A bicycle shoe cleat positioning device for use in determining the position of a bicycle shoe cleat is provided. The bicycle shoe cleat positioning device comprises a base portion, a holding portion connected to the base portion, a coupler configured to connect to the holding portion, a cleat connector, a connecting member, and a cleat positioning assembly. The cleat positioning assembly comprises a first positioner configured to determine a first position of the cleat connector about a first axis, a second positioner configured to determine a second position of the cleat connector along a second axis, and a third positioner configured to determine a third position of the cleat connector along a third axis. 1. A bicycle shoe cleat measuring system comprising:a shoe holder having a top part and a bottom part, the top part being configured to engage a bicycle shoe; and a housing;', 'a spindle connected to the housing, the spindle being configured to attach to a bicycle crank arm;', 'a cleat connector located on a top surface of the housing, the cleat connector being configured to couple to a cleat of the bicycle shoe;', 'a pressure sensor located within the housing, the pressure sensor being configured to measure pressure imparted from the cleat of a bicycle shoe;', 'a location sensor located within the housing, the location sensor being configured to measure the location and cadence of the pedal; and', 'an electronics array connected to the housing, the electronics array being in communication with the pressure sensor and location sensor, wherein the electronics array determines pressure distribution imparted on the pedal based on information received from the pressure sensor and location sensor and wherein the electronics array determines a suggested position for the cleat of the bicycle shoe based on the pressure distribution relative to an identified reference point on the bicycle shoe., 'a pedal connected to the bottom part of the shoe holding portion, the pedal ...

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Номер записи: 58
12-04-2018 дата публикации

Article of Footwear Comprising a Sole Member with Apertures

Номер: US20180098602A1
Автор: Bret Schoolmeester, Christopher S. Cook, 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 cushioning sole system that provides different cushioning characteristics to a sole member using varying patterns of apertures. A user's foot morphology and/or preferences may be used to design the sole member. The sole member can include a set of apertures that are formed along various surfaces of the sole member.

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Номер записи: 59
08-04-2021 дата публикации

ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR WITH UPPERS COMPRISING A WOUND COMPONENT AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME

Номер: US20210100316A1
Автор: Cauwood Peter David, Conklin Sam Jackson, Corcoran-Tadd Fionn Jonathan, Hennebery Ian James, Kleiman Benjamin William, Laitenberger Peter Georg, Lowrey Luke Alexander, Thompson Keith Paul
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Articles of footwear and methods of making articles of footwear including one or more continuous threads wound around anchor points. The winding of the one or more continuous threads forms a thread pattern that imparts desired characteristics to components of the article of footwear. Thread lines of the thread pattern may be bonded together. In some embodiments, thread lines may be bonded with a bonding layer. 120-. (canceled)21. An article of footwear , comprising:a sole; and a first layer comprising a first thread pattern defined by a first thread, the first thread comprising a plurality of first thread lines crossing over each other at points of overlap between two or more of the first thread lines, wherein the plurality of first thread lines are bonded to each other at the points of overlap between two or more of the first thread lines; and', 'a second layer disposed over the first layer and comprising a second thread pattern defined by a second thread, the second thread comprising a plurality of second thread lines crossing over each other at points of overlap between two or more of the second thread lines, wherein the plurality of second thread lines are bonded to each other at the points of overlap between two or more of the second thread lines., 'an upper coupled to the sole, the upper comprising22. The article of footwear of claim 21 , further comprising a third layer disposed over the second layer and comprising a third thread pattern defined by a third thread claim 21 , the third thread comprising a plurality of third thread lines crossing over each other at points of overlap between two or more of the third thread lines claim 21 , wherein the plurality of third thread lines are bonded to each other at the points of overlap between two or more of the third thread lines.23. The article of footwear of claim 21 , wherein the first thread lines are directly bonded to each other at the points of overlap between two or more of the first thread lines claim 21 , ...

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Номер записи: 60
03-07-2014 дата публикации

Footgauge

Номер: US20140182152A1
Автор: INNES Dan, KINALLY Yaan, Rickett Peter, TOWNS Chris
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A footgauge having a foot support plate having an upper surface on which the foot is placed with the heel against a fixed heel abutment. A touchscreen computer device (TCD) is inserted in a tray below the surface and engages a movable toe abutment. The toe abutment is moved into engagement with the foot and the user then and the user then presses a fixed pointer into contact with the screen of the TCD. The TCD is programmed and calibrated so as to give a foot length reading which is dependent on how far the toe abutment is moved towards the heel abutment. 1. A footgauge for measuring the length of a foot , the footgauge comprising;(i) a foot support having a foot support plate on which the underside of the foot is placed;(ii) a heel abutment for engaging the heel of the foot;(iii) a toe abutment for engaging the foremost extremity of the foot;(iv) a support for receiving a touchscreen computer device;(v) a movable contact having a contact point;wherein one or both of the heel abutment and the toe abutment are movable relative to each other.2. The footgauge as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the heel abutment is fixed relative to the foot support and the toe abutment is movable in a linear lengthwise direction towards or away from the heel abutment.3. The footgauge as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the toe abutment is resiliently biased into a position remote from the heel abutment.4. The footgauge as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the toe abutment has a downward projection which projects through a guide slot in the foot support plate claim 2 , the guide slot extending in said linear lengthwise direction.5. The footgauge as claimed in claim 4 , further comprising a touchscreen computer device located on a support tray located below the foot support plate claim 4 , the width of the support tray enabling the touchscreen computer device to be slidably moved in a linear lengthwise direction with the plane of the screen being parallel with the general plane of the foot support ...

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Номер записи: 61
21-04-2016 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CUSTOM-SIZING BESPOKE SHOES

Номер: US20160107391A1
Автор: Parish Joseph Daniel, Parish Saerome Bae
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The present invention relates to a system and method for creating custom-made shoes based on a 3D model of a person's foot. Specifically a 3D scanner is used to create a 3D computer model of a person's foot which is stored in a digital file. The 3D computer foot model is then sent to another location. A 3D printer at the other location uses the digital file to print a 3D model of the person's foot. The 3D model is then used make a bespoke shoe specifically fitted to the 3D foot model, or to create one or more custom lasts for making a bespoke shoe. 1. A method for creating custom fitted bespoke shoes comprising:scanning a customer's feet using a 3D scanner to create a 3D computer foot model;receiving design criteria from said customer;printing, using a 3D printer, a 3D model from said 3D computer foot model which is a replica of said customer's feet; andmaking one or more custom fitted shoes using said design criteria and said 3D model.2. The method of further comprising:creating one or more lasts from said 3D model.3. The method of further comprising:creating a pressure map of said customer's feet, said pressure map representing the variations in pressure on said customer's feet; andmaking one or more custom fitted shoes using said pressure map in addition to said design criteria and said 3D model.4. The method of wherein said design criteria are received from said customer through a web interface.5. A system for creating custom fitted bespoke shoes comprising:a 3D scanner;a 3D printer;a cordwainer;wherein said 3D scanner is configured to scan the feet of a customer to produce a 3D computer foot model;wherein said 3D printer is configured to produce a 3D model of said customer's feet; andwherein said cordwainer creates one or more custom fitted shoes using said 3D model and design criteria provided by said customer.6. The system of further comprising:a web interface for receiving design criteria from said customer.7. The system of further comprising:a pressure ...

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Номер записи: 62
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: 63
20-04-2017 дата публикации

THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT SYSTEM FOR MARKED LINE FOR ADHERING SOLE TO UPPER AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20170105490A1
Автор: Makover Jakov, Mardix Bar Cochva, Sadeh Yaacov
Принадлежит: ORISOL ASIA LTD.

A three-dimensional measurement (C) system for a marked line for adhering a sole (A) to an upper (B) and a three-dimensional measurement method therefor. A three-dimensional structure of a sole inner surface (A) is measured automatically using a three-dimensional scanner (), so as to form three-dimensional inner surface data () of the sole (A); and by conducting operation processing on the three-dimensional inner surface data () of the sole (A) and three-dimensional surface data () of the upper (B), a contour line (A) of the sole inner surface (A) is transferred to an upper lower surface (B), so as to form a processing marked line of the upper (B), thereby improving the operation efficiency of adhering the sole (A) to the upper (B). 1. A three-dimensional measurement system for a marked line for adhering a sole to an upper , being used to measure the sole and the upper which are carried in pair by a conveyor of a shoe production line , characterized in that: the three-dimensional measurement system includes:a database stored with three-dimensional surface data of the upper;a three-dimensional scanner is mounted on the conveyor via a slideway to scan the sole, a projector and a video camera are slidably mounted on the slideway via a rack, projection lines of light rays generated from the projector are located within a coverage area of the video camera, the projection lines of the three-dimensional scanner are projected onto different parts of the sole inner surface of the sole to create a set of deformation during movement of the sole, measuring displacement distance between the rack and the slideway can create a projection-line displacement data;an identification device is used to identify a built-in identification data in a tag of the upper carried by the conveyor; anda processor is connected to the database, the three-dimensional scanner and the identification device, and serves to read the three-dimensional surface data of the database and the built-in ...

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Номер записи: 64
02-06-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS FOR PRODUCING ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR HAVING CUSTOMIZED STABILITY

Номер: US20220172268A1
Автор: Cook Christopher S., Kohatsu Shane S., Rowe Daniel T., Schoolmeester Bret
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The disclosed systems provide ways to manufacture a style of an article of footwear in bulk, while providing customization for heel stability for individual customers. Moreover, the disclosed systems provide ways to customize articles of footwear for a customer on an ongoing basis, such that the heel stability of the articles of footwear is refined until a tailored fit is achieved for the same customer. Generally, the process may include providing a user/customer with an article of footwear, getting evaluation information about the stability of the article of footwear from a survey (e.g., asking the user to rate the stability of the article of footwear in a smartphone app), modifying the next article of footwear provided to the user/customer according to the evaluation information, and iterating through this process to give the user an article optimized for stability. 1. A system for manufacturing sole members for articles of footwear having customized heel stability , comprising:a computing system that receives input data including a user evaluation of heel stability of a first article of footwear, the first article of footwear having a first sole structure with a forefoot region, a heel region opposite the forefoot region, and a midfoot region disposed between the forefoot region and the heel region, wherein the first article of footwear has a first heel stiffness profile;a cutting device controllable to cut apertures or grooves in a material for a footwear sole member; anda midsole for a second article of footwear, the second article of footwear having a second sole structure with a forefoot region, a heel region opposite the forefoot region, and a midfoot region disposed between the forefoot region and the heel region, wherein the cutting device is controllable to cut apertures or grooves in the midsole based on the user evaluation of the heel stability of the first article of footwear to thereby provide the second sole structure for the second article of ...

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Номер записи: 65
26-04-2018 дата публикации

Method of Customizing Forefoot Cushioning in Articles of Footwear

Номер: US20180110290A1
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 method of manufacturing articles of footwear , comprising:transmitting data to a computing system for: (a) generating a rating system on the 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, and (b) requesting input through the computing system of a customer-selected rating of the first level of forefoot cushioning;receiving data from the computing system including the customer-selected rating of the first level of forefoot cushioning;selecting a second base sole layer;forming 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; andproviding the user with a second article of footwear including the second sole member.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second base sole layer includes a foam material claim 1 , and wherein the step of forming at least the first aperture includes forming a blind-hole aperture as the first aperture in a surface of the foam material.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second base sole layer includes a foam material claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 66
13-05-2021 дата публикации

Apparatus for moulding insoles

Номер: US20210137219A1
Автор: Alexander Holzberger, Andreas Lachinger
Принадлежит: WINTERSTEIGER AG

An apparatus for moulding shoe insoles onto a foot, having a moulding pad arranged on a support and forming a foot-accommodating region. The moulding pad may have a flexible membrane for supporting the insoles so that insoles can be moulded on without assistance and independently of a standing or sitting position of the user. The flexible membrane may be connected to a bearing surface of the support via a foot-bearing-point fixing means, and a filling region for a fluid for moulding the insole onto the foot between the membrane and the bearing surface may be provided.

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Номер записи: 67
09-04-2020 дата публикации

Article of Footwear Comprising a Sole Member with Aperture Patterns

Номер: US20200107610A1
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 be manufactured using a customized cushioning sole system. A user's foot morphology and/or preferences may be used to design the sole member. The sole member can include a column of apertures that are formed along the outer surface of the sole member. 1. A method for customizing a cushioning sole system for an article of footwear , the method comprising:obtaining information related to a pressure distribution of a wearer's foot;producing a first pattern comprising a first set of apertures arranged to form at least a first column of apertures;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 column of apertures increases in cross-sectional diameter in a direction approaching a center of the sole member.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising obtaining information about preferences of the wearer related to cushioning of the article of footwear claim 1 , and wherein the first set of apertures is customized according to the information obtained about the preferences related to the cushioning of the article of footwear.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising forming the first pattern including the first set of 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 personalized pressure distribution for the wearer.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:producing a second pattern comprising a second set of apertures arranged to form at least a second column of apertures; andexecuting instructions to form the second set of apertures in the sole member, wherein each of the second set of apertures increases in cross-sectional diameter in a direction approaching the center of the sole member.6. A ...

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Номер записи: 68
09-04-2020 дата публикации

Shoe Sizing Assembly

Номер: US20200107614A1
Автор: Walker Shawn
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A shoe sizing assembly for measuring and constructing custom shoe sizes includes a panel that is positionable on a support surface for having a person's foot placed thereon. A scanner is coupled to the panel and the scanner emits a measuring signal upwardly from the panel thereby facilitating the scanner to detect the sole of person's foot. In this way the scanner measures the size of the person's foot. A heating element is coupled to the panel and the heating element heats the panel when the heating element is turned. Thus, the heating element melts an adhesive between the shoe sole and the shoe upper for bonding the shoe sole to the shoe upper. 1. A shoe sizing assembly being configured to measure a person's foot and subsequently bond a shoe sole to a shoe upper for a customized shoe size for each of a persons' feet , said assembly comprising:a panel being positionable on a support surface wherein said panel is configured to have a person's foot placed thereon;a control circuit being coupled to said panel;a scanner being coupled to said panel, said scanner being electrically coupled to said control circuit, said scanner emitting a measuring signal upwardly from said panel thereby facilitating said scanner to detect the sole of person's foot wherein said scanner is configured to measure the size of the person's foot; anda heating element being coupled to said panel, said heating element being in thermal communication with said panel, said heating element being electrically coupled to said control circuit, said heating element heating said panel when said heating element is turned on wherein said heating element is configured to melt an adhesive between the shoe sole and the shoe upper for bonding the shoe sole to the shoe upper.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising:said panel having a lower side and an upper side;said scanner being positioned on said upper side of said panel; anda plurality of feet, each of said feet being coupled to said lower ...

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Номер записи: 69
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
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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 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: 70
14-05-2015 дата публикации

Foot Shape Measurer

Номер: US20150131865A1
Автор: YE Jianxin
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An apparatus for measuring feet, for the purpose of gathering measurements for custom shoes, is disclosed. The apparatus is shaped like a shoe, and has an opening where the shoe lace opening is normally present on the shoe, in addition to openings near the big toe and the little toe. Each opening has holes for laces that are tightened so that the gap, or overlap, of the openings can be measured. Additionally, mats of known thickness can be used to measure the distance between the heel of the shoe and the heel of the foot. Furthermore, markings are used to identify the different shoe lace holes so measurements can be taken at multiple places along the top of the foot. Furthermore, a size indicator can be shown on the shoe, so that measurements can be taken on a picture of the foot in the shoe rather than on the foot and shoe themselves, and then scaled to actual size with reference to the size indicator. 1. A shoe-shaped apparatus for measuring a foot inserted into the apparatus , said apparatus comprising an upper surface having: one or more first opening holes along sides of the first opening for insertion of a first lace, ribbon or thread, said first lace, ribbon or thread, when threaded through the one or more first opening holes, capable of closing the first opening;', 'a marking line along at least one side of the first opening;', 'identifying markings proximal to, and functional to uniquely identify, each of the first opening holes; and, 'a first opening beginning on a toe end of the apparatus and extending toward a heel end of the apparatus, substantially in the horizontal center of the apparatus, said first opening having'}a second opening situated in the approximate location of a big toe of the foot, said second opening having one or more second opening holes along sides of the second opening for insertion of a second lace, ribbon or thread, said second lace, ribbon or thread, when threaded through the one or more second opening holes, capable of closing ...

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Номер записи: 71
01-09-2022 дата публикации

ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR AND SOLE STRUCTURES WITH PRESSURE-MAPPED MIDSOLE TOPOGRAPHIES AND INLAID OUTSOLES

Номер: US20220273072A1
Автор: Eldem Can, Lashmore Dov Michael, Matthews Darryl
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Presented are footwear sole structures with pressure-mapped midsole topographies and inlaid wear-mitigating outsoles, methods for making/using such sole structures, and footwear fabricated with such sole structures. An article of footwear includes an upper for receiving and attaching to a foot of a user, and a sole structure attached to the upper for supporting thereon the user's foot. The sole structure includes a midsole that is formed with a first material having a first hardness, and an outsole that is mounted to the midsole and formed with a second material that is harder than the first material. The midsole has a ground-facing surface with multiple cavities, multiple channels interspersed with the cavities, and ground-contacting land segments that separate the cavities from the channels. The outsole is disposed in the channels and positioned between the cavities such that a ground-contacting outsole surface is substantially flush with the midsole's ground-contacting land segments. 1. A method of manufacturing a sole structure for an article of footwear , the method comprising:forming, using a first material having a first hardness, a midsole having a ground-facing surface with a plurality of cavities, a plurality of channels interspersed with the cavities, and ground-contacting land segments separating the cavities from the channels, the channels including a first channel segment parallel to a second channel segment, the first channel segment having a first length and a first plan-view profile, the second channel segment having a second length and a second plan-view profile, and the first and second plan-view profiles having first and second widths, respectively, that each vary along the length of the channel segment;forming, using a second material having a second hardness distinct from the first hardness, an outsole having a ground-contacting outsole surface; andmounting the outsole to the midsole with the outsole disposed in the channels and positioned ...

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Номер записи: 72
03-06-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR THE CUSTOMIZATION OF A FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20210161243A1
Автор: Grandin Giorgio, Maccari Dino
Принадлежит:

A method and kit are provided for the customization of footwear comprising an upper which is partially or totally made of thermoformable material. The method provides for selectively heating the portions made of thermoformable material of the footwear, while leaving the remaining portions of the footwear at a substantially unchanged temperature, and for applying to the thermoformable material portions a pressure sufficient to adapt their shape to the specific morphology of the user's foot. This allows to customize even footwear comprising delicate portions, which would be damaged if subjected to high temperatures. The method may provide for customizing a footbed, partially or totally made of thermoformable material, to the specific morphology of the user's foot sole. The kit is compact, preferably transportable and capable of autonomously carrying out all the steps of the method. 1. A method for the customization of a footwear , more particularly a sports footwear , wherein the footwear comprises an upper and a sole , wherein the upper comprises at least one or more portions made of thermoformable material , wherein the method comprises:heating the portions made of thermoformable material up to a temperature above a first predetermined threshold;fitting a foot of a user into the footwear;applying to the footwear, at least at the portions made of thermoformable material, a pressure sufficient to modify the shape of the portions made of thermoformable material, adapting them to the morphology of the foot of the user;while the pressure is being applied, allowing the portions made of thermoformable material to cool down to a temperature below the first predetermined threshold;wherein the method provides for selectively heating the portions made of thermoformable material of the footwear, while leaving the remaining portions of the footwear at a substantially unchanged temperature; andwherein, when heating the portions made of thermoformable material, the portions made ...

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Номер записи: 73
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: 74
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: 75
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Method of manufacturing foot auxiliary equpiment

Номер: US20180129763A1
Автор: Chia-Wei JUI, Chih-Ming Shen, Ming-Ji Dai, Ming-Kan LIANG, Wei Li
Принадлежит: Industrial Technology Research Institute ITRI

A method of manufacturing a foot auxiliary equipment includes the following steps. Firstly, a foot appearance of a foot and a foot muscle of the foot are scanned for obtaining a foot appearance data model and a foot muscle data s model respectively. Then, the foot appearance data model and the foot muscle data model are synthesized into a foot data model. Then, a dynamic state analysis and a static state analysis are performed on the foot data model. Then, a foot auxiliary equipment data model is generated according to result of the dynamic state analysis and result of the static state analysis. Then, a foot auxiliary equipment is printed by using three-dimensional printing technique according to the foot auxiliary equipment data model.

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Номер записи: 76
17-05-2018 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR INTERNAL SPACE MEASURING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING SERVICE THEREOF

Номер: US20180132568A1
Автор: HONG Jin-beom, KIM Joo-Hyung, KWON Joong-Hun, SUH Seung-hwan, YOON Ja-woong
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A footwear measuring device and a method for providing a service thereof are provided. The method includes acquiring information on a footwear internal space and deformation information of the footwear internal space from a measuring device inserted into the footwear, generating three-dimensional (3D) information including a plurality of specific points based on the information on the footwear internal space and the deformation information, and comparing the generated 3D information with pre-stored information on a user foot and providing matching information of the footwear with respect to the user foot based on a result of the comparing. 1. A measuring device for measuring a footwear internal space , the measuring device comprising:a main body configured to be inserted into footwear;a fixer configured to be moved in an outer direction from the main body and to fix the measuring device to the footwear in response to the main body being inserted into the footwear;a sensor configured to acquire sensing data for determining information on the footwear internal space when the measuring device is fixed to the footwear by the fixer;a transceiver configured to communicate with an external electronic device; and generate the information on the footwear internal space and deformation information of the footwear internal space, and', 'control the transceiver to transmit the information of the footwear internal space and the deformation information to the external electronic device, based on data of a moving distance of the fixer and the sensing data., 'at least one processor configured to2. The measuring device of claim 1 ,wherein the fixer further comprises a motor; andwherein the at least one processor is further configured to control the motor to separate the fixer from the main body and to move the fixer in an outer direction, in response to a space measurement start command.3. The measuring device of claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is further configured to ...

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Номер записи: 77
03-06-2021 дата публикации

Method and system for determining dielectric properties of an object

Номер: US20210165075A1
Автор: Dana E. Wheeler, Stuart William Harmer
Принадлежит: Plymouth Rock Technologies Inc

In one aspect, a system for obtaining dielectric properties of an object is disclosed, which comprises a plurality of transceivers for generating radiation in the microwave or millimeter-wave region of the electromagnetic spectrum. The transceivers are positioned in spatially fixed relationships relative to one another. The system further includes a controller for selectively activating the transceivers for irradiating at least a portion of the object and detecting at least a portion of the radiation reflected from said portion of the object in response to the irradiation, where each of the activated transceivers generates a signal in response to detection of the reflected radiation. The reflected signals are analyzed to determine a plurality of reflectivity coefficients corresponding to different discrete locations of the object, and the reflectivity coefficients are used to determine the complex permittivity of the discrete locations.

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Номер записи: 78
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: 79
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: 80
30-04-2020 дата публикации

CASTLESS STANCE CORRECTED PROSTETIC & METHOD OF FORMING SAME

Номер: US20200128907A1
Автор: Smith Neil Robert
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A method of forming a castless orthotic for a patient's foot in need thereof. The method comprises preparing an orthotic template for the foot wherein the template extends between a heel end and a toe end. In preparing the template the steps of attaching a three-quarter length or full length upper thermoplastic material to a or three-quarter length lower thermoplastic material, or providing a thermoplastic material having a variable thickness such that said thickness decreases from said heel end to said toe end is provided. Then attaching an outer lower layer to the lower thermoplastic material and attaching an outer upper layer to the upper thermoplastic material, or attaching an outer layer to each face of the variable thickness thermoplastic material and heating the prepared orthotic template for a predetermined period of time at a predetermined temperature to soften the orthotic template. A wrap is then placed on top of the foot foam and the foot of the patient is placed on top of the wrap and foot foam. The patient's foot is lifted and the heated orthotic template is placed on top of the wrap and then placing the patient's foot on top of the heated orthotic template. The wrap is placed about the longitudinal axis of the foot to retain the heated orthotic template intermediate the sole of the foot and the foot foam whereby the sides of the orthotic template are particularly supported by the wrap. The method further includes ensuring the foot is positioned over a cuboid support and a medial longitudinal arch support wherein the cuboid support is disposed on the outside of the bottom of the foot and the cuboid support is moved to push the foot upwardly until a resistance is felt, and where the foot is also positioned over the medial longitudinal arch support which is then pushed and pulled upwardly until the foot is moved into a neutral position or if it is unable to be translated or rotated due to until it reaches its end range of motion. At this time, the heel ...

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Номер записи: 81
30-04-2020 дата публикации

Shoe sizers for children

Номер: US20200128920A1
Автор: Jill Moore
Принадлежит: Jill Moore

A child's shoe sizing kit, system, and method are disclosed. The kit includes a variety of shoe sizers, or cut out templates of a foot sized in a variety of sizes. The kit includes whole and half sizes shoe sizers for: Infant, Baby Walker, Toddler, Little Kid, and Big Kid. The kit would have the size on each sizer also marked with Left and Right. Each kit of sizers would come in a small clear carrying bag with handle for easy transport to stores. The child steps down on the sizers to determine which size the child's foot is. Select the sizer which fits the size and shape of the child's foot. Take the correct sizer that matches the child's foot and place it inside of a shoe. Place your hand in the shoe to feel where the sizer ends compared to where the shoe ends.

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Номер записи: 82
10-06-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A CUSTOMIZED INSOLE AND A SYSTEM THEREFOR

Номер: US20210169179A1
Автор: Louko Patrik
Принадлежит: SINGULARITATEM OY

Disclosed is a method for manufacturing an insole for a shoe. The method comprises providing instructions to a person to attain a first pose; capturing a first three-dimensional image of a first foot of the person in the first pose; providing instructions to the person to attain a second pose, wherein the second pose is different from the first pose; capturing a second three-dimensional image of a second foot of the person in the second pose; generating a first three-dimensional model of the first foot from the first three-dimensional image; generating a second three-dimensional model of the second foot from the second three-dimensional model; manufacturing a first insole for the first foot based on the first three-dimensional model of the first foot; and manufacturing a second insole for the second foot based on the second three-dimensional model of the second foot. 1. A method for manufacturing an insole for a shoe , the method comprising:identifying a first pose of a first foot and a second foot, wherein the first pose is a first lunge pose that is configured to expose a longitudinal arch and a transverse arch of the first foot;capturing a three-dimensional image of a bottom of the first foot in the first pose with an image capture device, the captured three-dimensional image including the longitudinal arch and the transverse arch of the first foot;generating a three-dimensional model of the bottom of the first foot from the three-dimensional image; andcreating a first insole for the first foot based on the three-dimensional model of the bottom of the first foot.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:identifying a second pose of the first foot and the second foot, wherein the second pose is a second lunge pose that is configured to expose a longitudinal arch and a transverse arch of the second foot;capturing a three dimensional image of a bottom of the second foot in the second pose with the image capturing device, the captured three-dimensional ...

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Номер записи: 83
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: 84
17-06-2021 дата публикации

Method including footwear and sock having aligning indicia

Номер: US20210177070A1
Автор: Eric P. Avar, Jeffrey C. Spanks, Nadia M. Panian
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A footwear system may include a first article of footwear including a first sole structure and a first upper secured to the first sole structure, the first upper defining a first opening configured to receive a foot of a wearer. The first upper may include a first indicia portion disposed adjacent to the first opening. In addition, the system may include a sock including a second indicia portion, wherein, when the sock is worn by the wearer on a foot received within the upper, one or more features of the second indicia portion are substantially aligned with one or more features of the first indicia portion on the upper to form a first indicia.

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Номер записи: 85
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: 86
17-06-2021 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR MIDSOLE WITH WARPED LATTICE STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME

Номер: US20210177093A1
Автор: B Berin Skye, Braun Felix, EPLEY Brendan, FICK Florian Josel, INDRAKUMAR Pradeepan, KORMANN Marco Florian, LUTHER Derek Andrew, PERRAULT Jacques, SCHNEIDER Andrew Jacob, SIEGL Christian, TU Yuehong
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A midsole for an article of footwear including a three-dimensional mesh including interconnected unit cells and methods of making the same. The interconnected unit cells each include a plurality of struts defining a three-dimensional shape. The interconnected unit cells are connected at nodes having a valence number defined by the number of struts connected at that node. The valence number of the nodes may vary to provide customized characteristics to zones or portions of the midsole. The plurality of interconnected unit cells may be organized in a warped cubic lattice structure. The warped cubic lattice structure and the size/shape of interconnected unit cells may vary to provide customized characteristics to zones or portions of the midsole. The three-dimensional mesh may be customized based on a biometric data profile for an individual, or group of individuals. The midsole may be manufactured using an additive manufacturing process. 1. A method of making a sole for an article of footwear , the method comprising:generating a warped cubic lattice structure based on a biometric data profile collected for an individual, the warped cubic lattice structure: defining a volume of a midsole for the sole, comprising a plurality of cubic lattice cells having different volumes and cubic geometries, and defining a plurality of nodes;populating each cubic lattice cell with one or more partial lattice unit cells based on the biometric data profile, the partial lattice unit cells forming a cell lattice comprising lattice unit cells connected to each other at one or more of the nodes;printing a three-dimensional mesh based on the biometric data profile, the three-dimensional mesh comprising a plurality of interconnected unit cells, each unit cell comprising a plurality of struts defining a three-dimensional shape corresponding to the shape of a respective lattice unit cell, thereby forming the midsole; andprinting an outsole with the midsole, the outsole comprising a portion ...

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Номер записи: 87
31-05-2018 дата публикации

FOOT MEASURING MACHINE WITH USER INTERFACE AND CORRESPONDING METHOD

Номер: US20180146747A1
Автор: Exposito Ledesma Montserrat
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While purchasing shoes via an online shopping store, a user may use a foot measuring machine according to the invention to automatically download and print an insole which is adapted to the particular user's foot dimensions as well as the particular shoe which is being bought. Hence, a different insole is printed for every different user foot and shoe combination. This enables the user to try out the insole (or insoles for both feet) and make out an idea of the adaptability of the particular shoe to their feet. The foot measuring machine with a user interface facilitates the user the virtual purchase of shoes, generating an insole of the shoe it wants to purchase, so that the user can print the insole of the selected shoe and try it out by super-posing the foot on the insole outline. 1. A web platform for automatically configuring shoe insoles comprising a computer application and a database including insole brands and models of different manufacturers , comprising means configured for:obtaining user data comprising a user profile;performing a search of shoe insoles based on the user data, and obtaining the shoe insoles with respective dimensions; andpresenting the shoe insoles with respective dimensions for their visualization to a user interface, or as a paper printout using information processing equipment such as multi-functional printers or 3D printers, or for electronic transmission via a USB connection or via WiFi.2. The web platform according to claim 1 , wherein the user interface receives user data such as a profile of a user among an adult claim 1 , child claim 1 , or baby claim 1 , or a user foot size claim 1 , or a shoe brand or model.3. The web platform according to claim 2 , wherein the user foot size corresponds to that of an adult with a Spain foot size between 36 and 48 claim 2 , or a child with a Spain foot size between 25 and 35 claim 2 , or a baby with a Spain foot size between 18 and 24.4. The web platform according to claim 3 , further ...

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Номер записи: 88
11-06-2015 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MEASURING INSIDE DIMENSIONS OF SHOES AND MEASURING TOOL THEREFOR

Номер: US20150157094A1
Автор: Dong Xin
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Disclosed is a method for measuring inside dimensions of shoes. In this method a foot model can be obtained after the processes of a plastic filling material being filled into the shoe, shaping, being taken out from the shoe and being restored; then more accurate data of the inside dimensions of the shoe can be obtained by measuring the foot model. Further disclosed is a measuring tool able to be used in the present measuring method. By using the measuring method and the measuring tool, errors encountered when going shopping for shoes can be reduced to the maximum degree by a simple operation, such that the problem that an ordinary consumer could buy a pair of perfect fitting shoes only if he/she tries them personally can be solved. 1. A method for measuring inside dimensions of a shoe , the method comprising the following steps: {'sup': '3', 'packaging a plastic solid material at room temperature using a layer of cover material whereby yielding a filling material, the filling material having a volume of 20-120 cm, and the cover material being a breathable, thin, and elastic membraneous or mesh material;'}, '1) preparation of a filling material'} 'employing one or more pieces of the filling material obtained in step 1) to fill the shoe tightly, the filling material being added in order along a long axis direction of the shoe when two or more pieces of the filling material are employed, squeezing each piece of the filling material to enable the filling material tightly against an inner surface of the shoe, wherein an ankle position of the shoe is filled with a whole filling material, and after the filling, the filling material is higher than an opening of the shoe and a marker corresponding to the opening of the shoe is marked on the filling material;', '2) filling'} 'drying and shaping the filling material filled in the shoe in step 2), the shaped filling material presenting no deformation upon pulling and drawing the cover material, and not adhering to the inner ...

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Номер записи: 89
01-06-2017 дата публикации

A feet position guidance aid

Номер: US20170150775A1
Автор: Erkki Hakkala
Принадлежит: FOOTBALANCE SYSTEM OY

A feet position guidance aid for formulating individually formed thermoplastic insoles, shoes or shoe sole structures. The feet position guidance aid is made of flexible material and its upper surface includes guiding places for feet for guiding the position of the feet. The feet position guidance aid includes a lifter, wherein the lifter is a rising structure arranged to lift up and support the toes of the feet so that feet are guided to a position suitable for formulating the individually formed thermoplastic insole. An insole customizing arrangement for formulating individually formed thermoplastic insoles is also described.

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Номер записи: 90
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: 91
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: 92
23-05-2019 дата публикации

METHOD OF PRODUCING A FOOT ORTHOTIC BASED ON FOOT PRESSURE MEASUREMENTS

Номер: US20190150791A1
Автор: Schwartz Evan, Schwartz Laurence
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A method and apparatus for generating a custom made orthotic or insole for footwear. Information relating to the pressure applied by the sole of a person's foot is used to custom produce an orthotic or insole for the person by using softer material or different structural components, selectively located at pressure points of a particular individual, to unload pressure on the foot at those points. Pressure readings taken for the foot of an individual identify pressure points for that foot. The pressure points are quantified and the foot is “mapped” in a grid format on a pressure map. Once mapped, structural components corresponding to a particular pressure value are positioned in the orthotic based on the mapping. 1. A method for 3D-printing an orthotic or insole , comprising:gathering pressure-point data of a foot using a pressure-analysis device;inputting the gathered pressure-point data to a 3D printing device; andconfiguring the 3D printing device to print the orthotic or insole such that locations of the orthotic or insole correlated to pressure-point data of the foot indicative of a higher pressure level have a softer feel underfoot than other locations of the orthotic or insole.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the locations of the orthotic or insole correlated to pressure-point data of the foot indicative of a higher pressure level are printed using softer material than the material used in the other locations of the orthotic or insole.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the locations of the orthotic or insole correlated to pressure-point data of the foot indicative of a higher pressure level are printed using a structure that renders them softer underfoot than a structure used in the other locations of the orthotic or insole.4. A method for custom making an orthotic or insole for footwear claim 1 , the method comprising:receiving data obtained from a pressure detector, said data corresponding to a two-dimensional pressure map identifying pressure-point ...

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Номер записи: 93
08-06-2017 дата публикации

ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR WITH TUBULAR STRUCTURES HAVING TAB PORTIONS

Номер: US20170156444A1
Автор: Guest Stefan E., Holmes Matthew J., Sterman Yoav
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An article of footwear has a tubular structure. The tubular structure may include tab portions that extend away from a tunnel portion of the tubular structure. The tab portions may engage parts of the article of footwear. The tab portions may engage an upper or sole structure along a bite line. The tab portions may be attached to a heel counter, eyestay, or other structure on the article of footwear. 1. An article of footwear , comprising:an upper;a tubular structure including a first end, a second end and an intermediate portion disposed between the first end and the second end;the tubular structure forming a tunnel extending through the tubular structure from the first end to the second end;a first tensile strand extending through at least a portion of the tunnel of the tubular structure;the intermediate portion of the tubular structure further comprising a tubular portion and a tab portion that extends away from the tubular portion; andwherein the tab portion is attached to the article of footwear and anchors the tubular structure to the article of footwear.2. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein:the article of footwear further includes a sole structure, a sole, and the upper being joined at least along a bite line; andwherein the tab portion is disposed between the upper and the sole structure.3. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the tab portion is attached to a surface of the upper.4. The article of footwear according to claim 2 , wherein the tab portion is attached to a surface of the sole structure proximate the bite line.5. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein:the article of footwear further includes a heel counter; andwherein the tab portion is attached to the heel counter.6. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein:the article of footwear further includes an eyestay; andwherein the tab portion is attached to the eyestay.7. An article of footwear claim 1 , comprising:an upper and a sole ...

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Номер записи: 94
08-06-2017 дата публикации

ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR WITH TUBULAR STRUCTURES

Номер: US20170156445A1
Автор: Guest Stefan E., Holmes Matthew J., Sterman Yoav
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. 1. An article of footwear , comprising:an upper;a tubular structure, the tubular structure including a first end, a second end, and an intermediate portion, wherein the intermediate portion is attached to the upper;the tubular structure forming a tunnel extending through the tubular structure from the first end to the second end, wherein the intermediate portion of the tubular structure includes a surface with an opening, the opening extending to the tunnel;a first tensile strand extending through the tunnel of the tubular structure;a second tensile strand having a first portion attached to an attachment region of the article of footwear;the second tensile strand also having a second portion engaged with the first tensile strand, wherein a portion of the first tensile strand extends through the opening in the tubular structure to engage the second portion of the second tensile strand; andwherein applying tension to the first tensile strand also applies tension to the second tensile strand at the second portion of the second tensile strand.2. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the article of footwear includes a sole structure claim 1 , and wherein the attachment region is part of the sole structure.3. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein:a third portion of the second tensile strand is attached to a second attachment region; andwherein the second portion of the second tensile strand is disposed between the first portion of the second tensile strand and the third portion of the second tensile strand.4. The article of footwear according ...

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Номер записи: 95
24-06-2021 дата публикации

SHOE SIZERS FOR CHILDREN

Номер: US20210186162A1
Автор: Moore Jill
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A child's shoe sizing kit, system, and method are disclosed. The kit includes a variety of shoe sizers, or cut out templates of a foot sized in a variety of sizes. The kit includes whole and half sizes shoe sizers for: Infant, Baby Walker, Toddler, Little Kid, and Big Kid. The kit would have the size on each sizer also marked with Left and Right. Each kit of sizers would come in a small clear carrying bag with handle for easy transport to stores. The child steps down on the sizers to determine which size the child's foot is. Select the sizer which fits the size and shape of the child's foot. Take the correct sizer that matches the child's foot and place it inside of a shoe. Place your hand in the shoe to feel where the sizer ends compared to where the shoe ends. 1. A shoe sizing kit comprising:a plurality of shoe sizers shaped in a plurality of shoe sizes and shaped to size a foot;instructions for using the plurality of shoe sizers; anda carrying container for the plurality of shoe sizers and the instructions.2. The shoe sizing kit of wherein the plurality of shoe sizers are shaped to measure a foot size of a child.3. The shoe sizing kit of wherein the plurality of shoe sizers comprises seven sizers claim 1 , wherein the plurality of shoe sizers are shaped to measure a foot size of an infant claim 1 , wherein the plurality of shoe sizers are shaped in infant shoe sizes: 0 claim 1 , 1 claim 1 , 1.5 claim 1 , 2 claim 1 , 2.5 claim 1 , 3 claim 1 , 3.5.4. The shoe sizing kit of wherein the plurality of shoe sizers comprises seven sizers claim 1 , wherein the plurality of shoe sizers are shaped to measure a foot size of a baby walker claim 1 , wherein the plurality of shoe sizers are shaped in baby walker shoe sizes: 4 claim 1 , 4.5 claim 1 , 5 claim 1 , 5.5 claim 1 , 6 claim 1 , 6.5 claim 1 , 7.5. The shoe sizing kit of wherein the plurality of shoe sizers comprises eleven sizers claim 1 , wherein the plurality of shoe sizers are shaped to measure a foot size of a ...

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Номер записи: 96
07-06-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR CREATING CUSTOM ORTHOPEDIC SUPPORTS FROM COMPUTERIZED DATA INPUTS

Номер: US20180157228A1
Автор: SPECTOR DONALD
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Systems and methods of measuring feet and designing and creating orthopedic inserts are described. A leg length discrepancy of a user is measured and this data, along with foot size are input into a computer. The computer then creates a computer model of a custom shoe insert based on this information. The computer model is then sent to a 3D printer to print the insert. The insert consists of a base insert with partial correction, and several additional layers that are added successively over time until a full correction is obtained. This eliminates any pain associated with a fully corrective insert, and allows the body to adjust gradually to the correction. 1. A method of developing at least one orthopedic insert for footwear used by a person , the method comprising:measuring and analyzing a spinal column and leg length of the person using digital X-rays;measuring a foot size and shape of a person using a weight-bearing digital X-ray device that takes an image of the person's foot when the person stands on the device;receiving in a computer data defining spinal abnormalities and leg length discrepancy as well as the foot size and shape of the person;designing in the computer via a processor a computer model of an orthopedic insert based on the data input to the computer, the orthopedic insert comprising a base insert having a partial corrective effect and a plurality of separate layers to be applied on top of the base insert, each one of said plurality of separate layers being configured to achieve a further corrective effect when applied on top of the base insert;transmitting the computer model of the orthopedic insert from the computer to a manufacturing device comprising a 3D printer; andmaking the orthopedic insert comprising the base insert and and plurality of separate layers with the manufacturing device based on the computer model in a single printing process, applying adhesive to each one of the plurality of separate layers, and applying a peel-off backing ...

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Номер записи: 97
16-06-2016 дата публикации

Portable Manufacturing System For Articles of Footwear

Номер: US20160166011A1
Автор: Bruce Robert M., LEE Eun Kyung, Sills Craig K.
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A portable manufacturing system includes an additive manufacturing device and a braiding device. The system also includes systems for capturing customized foot information from a foot. The additive manufacturing device can be used to form a footwear last having a geometry corresponding to the customized foot information. The footwear last can be placed through the braiding device to form a braided component for an article of footwear. A welding device can be used to attach overlay components to the braided component. Sole components may be separately formed and attached to the braided component. 1. A method of making an article of footwear , comprising:receiving information related to a three-dimensional model of a footwear last;forming a footwear last by an additive manufacturing process, wherein the footwear last has a three-dimensional geometry corresponding to the three-dimensional model of a footwear last;inserting the footwear last through a braiding device to form a braided footwear component on the footwear last;removing the braided footwear component from the footwear last; andthereby making the article of footwear having the braided footwear component.2. The method according to claim 2 , wherein forming the footwear last includes printing the footwear last using a three-dimensional printer.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method further includes capturing customized foot information from a foot claim 1 , and wherein the method includes creating the three-dimensional model of a footwear last using the customized foot information.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein capturing the customized foot information includes using at least two optical sensing devices to obtain images of the foot.5. The method according to claim 3 , wherein capturing the customized foot information includes using a foot scanning device to capture information about a sole of the foot.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method further includes ...

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Номер записи: 98
14-05-2020 дата публикации

FOOT DIFFERENTIATION SCORING

Номер: US20200151594A1
Автор: CHOY Alexander, Schwartz Laurence I.
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Methods, systems, and non-transitory computer readable medium for foot differentiation scoring pertaining to an individual's differences in their two feet. A method includes receiving, from sensors of a scanning device, pressure and/or other measurement data corresponding to feet of a user. The method further includes preprocessing the pressure and/or measurement data. The method further includes generating, based on the preprocessed pressure and/or measurement data, a foot differentiation score based on differences between a left foot and a right foot of the user. The foot differentiation score may assign or correspond to a numerical rating based on how different the user's left foot and right foot are from each other. 1. A method comprising:receiving, from sensors of a scanning device, pressure and/or measurement data corresponding to feet of a user;preprocessing the pressure and/or measurement data; andgenerating, based on the preprocessed pressure and/or measurement data, a foot differentiation score that assigns a numerical rating based on how different the user's left foot and right foot are from each other.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:causing an orthotic recommendation to be provided to the user based on the foot differentiation score.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the generating of the foot differentiation score comprises:inputting the preprocessed pressure and/or measurement data into a trained machine learning model; andreceiving, from the trained machine learning model, the foot differentiation score.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the trained machine learning model is trained based on historical pressure and/or measurement data compiled in a data bank claim 3 , wherein the method further comprises storing the pressure and/or measurement data in the data bank for further training of the trained machine learning model.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating the foot differentiation score comprises:partitioning preprocessed ...

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Номер записи: 99
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: 100