18490271. ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCLUDING A SOLE STRUCTURE simplified abstract (NIKE, Inc.)
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ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCLUDING A SOLE STRUCTURE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Fidencio Campos, Ii of Dallas OR (US)
Roger Paul Murphy of Portland OR (US)
Thomas J. Rushbrook of Portland OR (US)
Jessica Small of Portland OR (US)
Matthew W. Thornton of Beaverton OR (US)
ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCLUDING A SOLE STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18490271 titled 'ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR INCLUDING A SOLE STRUCTURE
The abstract describes a patent application for an article of footwear with a unique cushioning element in the heel region.
- The footwear has a heel region, mid-foot region, and forefoot region.
- It has a lateral side and a medial side.
- The sole structure is coupled to the upper and includes a cushioning element in the heel region.
- The cushioning element consists of a first tube and a second tube extending from the lateral side to the medial side.
- The first tube contains fluid at a first pressure, while the second tube contains fluid at a second pressure, with both pressures being equal.
Potential Applications: - Athletic footwear for enhanced comfort and support during physical activities. - Medical footwear for individuals with foot conditions requiring specialized cushioning. - Fashion footwear with added comfort for all-day wear.
Problems Solved: - Provides targeted cushioning in the heel region for improved shock absorption. - Offers customizable pressure levels for individualized comfort and support.
Benefits: - Enhanced comfort and support for the wearer. - Improved performance and reduced risk of foot injuries. - Customizable cushioning options for a personalized fit.
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Cushioning Footwear Technology for Enhanced Comfort and Support This technology can be utilized in the sports footwear industry, medical footwear market, and fashion footwear sector to provide consumers with superior comfort and support.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the cushioning element in this footwear differ from traditional cushioning systems? - The cushioning element in this footwear consists of two tubes with different pressure levels, providing targeted support and comfort.
2. What are the potential benefits of having customizable pressure levels in the cushioning element? - Customizable pressure levels allow for individualized comfort and support, catering to the specific needs of each wearer.
Original Abstract Submitted
An article of footwear having a heel region with a posterior end of the article of footwear, a mid-foot region, and a forefoot region with an anterior end of the article of footwear; a lateral side, and a medial side opposite the lateral side; an upper; a sole structure, the sole structure coupled to the upper, and wherein the sole structure has; a cushioning element disposed in the heel region, the cushioning element having a first tube and a second tube, wherein each of the first tube and the second tube extend from the lateral side of the article of footwear to the medial side of the article of footwear, wherein the first tube includes a contained fluid volume at a first pressure, and the second tube includes a contained fluid volume at a second pressure, wherein the first pressure and the second pressure are equal to one another.
