18542229. ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCORPORATING A KNITTED COMPONENT WITH TENSILE STRAND simplified abstract (NIKE, Inc.)
Contents
- 1 ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCORPORATING A KNITTED COMPONENT WITH TENSILE STRAND
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCORPORATING A KNITTED COMPONENT WITH TENSILE STRAND - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCORPORATING A KNITTED COMPONENT WITH TENSILE STRAND
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Daniel A. Podhajny of Beaverton OR (US)
Chung-Ming Chang of Yun-Lin (TW)
Ya-Fang Chen of Chang-Hua (TW)
ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCORPORATING A KNITTED COMPONENT WITH TENSILE STRAND - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18542229 titled 'ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCORPORATING A KNITTED COMPONENT WITH TENSILE STRAND
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an upper for an article of footwear that includes a knitted component with a strobel portion and a tensile strand passing through a strobel passage.
- The upper for footwear includes a knitted component with a strobel portion underneath the foot.
- The strobel portion has an interior and exterior surface, defining a strobel passage.
- A tensile strand extends through the strobel passage.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in the design and manufacturing of athletic shoes, casual footwear, and other types of shoes that require a comfortable and flexible upper construction.
Problems Solved
1. Improved comfort and flexibility for the wearer due to the knitted component and strobel portion design. 2. Enhanced durability and structural integrity of the upper with the inclusion of the tensile strand passing through the strobel passage.
Benefits
1. Lightweight and breathable construction for increased comfort. 2. Enhanced flexibility and support for the foot. 3. Improved durability and longevity of the footwear.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing Footwear Upper Design with Knitted Components and Tensile Strands
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to footwear uppers with knitted components or the use of tensile strands for structural support in footwear design.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall performance of the footwear?
The abstract does not provide specific details on how the technology affects the performance aspects such as traction, stability, or cushioning of the footwear.
What materials are used in the construction of the knitted component and tensile strand?
The abstract does not mention the specific materials used in the construction of the knitted component or the tensile strand, which could impact the overall quality and characteristics of the footwear.
Original Abstract Submitted
An upper for an article of footwear is configured to be connected to a sole structure and is configured to receive a foot. The upper includes a knitted component having a strobel portion that is configured to be disposed underneath the foot. The strobel portion defines an interior surface and an exterior surface of the knitted component. The strobel portion defines a strobel passage between the interior surface and the exterior surface. Also, the upper includes a tensile strand that extends through the strobel passage.
