20240023675. UPPER FOR ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR simplified abstract (Nike, Inc.)

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UPPER FOR ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR

Organization Name

Nike, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Giovanni Adami of Montebelluna TV (IT)

Jeremy L. Connell of Hillsboro OR (US)

Timothy J. Smith of Portland OR (US)

Thomas Marchesini of Verona (IT)

UPPER FOR ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240023675 titled 'UPPER FOR ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an upper for an article of footwear that includes a carcass layer with an interior liner and an exterior liner. The exterior liner is joined to the interior liner to create resilient pads protruding from the exterior surface of the upper. The upper may also have an outer shell with openings that receive the resilient pads. Each resilient pad has a distal end surface that contributes to a ball control surface, with the outer shell defining another portion of the ball control surface. The resilient pads may contain compressible material and may also have a tensile element.

  • The upper of the footwear includes a carcass layer with an interior liner and an exterior liner.
  • Resilient pads protrude from the exterior surface of the upper.
  • The exterior liner is joined to the interior liner to create the resilient pads.
  • The upper may have an outer shell with openings that receive the resilient pads.
  • Each resilient pad contributes to a ball control surface, with a portion defined by the distal end surface and another portion defined by the outer shell.
  • The resilient pads may contain compressible material enclosed between the interior liner and the exterior liner.
  • The resilient pads may also have a tensile element.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Sports footwear, particularly for activities that involve ball control such as soccer, basketball, or tennis.
  • Athletic shoes designed for enhanced performance and comfort.
  • Footwear for individuals who require additional support or cushioning.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Improved ball control and handling due to the design of the resilient pads.
  • Enhanced comfort and cushioning provided by the compressible material within the resilient pads.
  • Increased durability and support with the inclusion of the tensile element.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved performance in sports activities that require ball control.
  • Enhanced comfort and support for the wearer.
  • Increased durability and longevity of the footwear.


Original Abstract Submitted

an upper for an article of footwear includes a carcass layer including an interior liner defining an interior void of the upper and an exterior liner joined to the interior liner to define a plurality of resilient pads protruding from an exterior surface of the upper. in some examples, the upper includes an outer shell attached to the exterior liner of the carcass layer and including a plurality of openings each configured to receive a respective one of the resilient pads therethrough. here, each of the resilient pads includes a distal end surface defining a first portion of a ball control surface and the outer shell defines a second portion of the ball control surface. in some implementations, each of the resilient pads includes a compressible material enclosed between the interior liner and the exterior liner. optionally, each of the resilient pads includes a tensile element disposed therein.

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