Article of footwear having a tubular structure with tab portions

By designing a combination of tubular structure and protrusions in the footwear article and using printing technology to enhance attachment, the problem of unsolid connection between the upper and sole in the prior art is solved, and the stability of the footwear article is improved and Comfortable, suitable for a variety of sports footwear.

CN114145535BActive Publication Date: 2025-01-14NIKE INNOVATE CV
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202111446617.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2015-12-07
Filing Date
2016-12-06
Publication Date
2025-01-14
Estimated Expiration
2036-12-06

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

When existing footwear items provide comfort and stability, it is difficult to effectively utilize the combination of tubular structure and tab portions, resulting in insufficient connection between the upper and sole, affecting sports performance and comfort.

Method used

Design an article of footwear that includes a tubular structure and a protruding part that connects the upper and sole through a hole and anchors it through a protruding part to enhance the connection force between the upper and sole while using printing technology Print tabs on the upper, sole and heel stabilizer for enhanced attachment.

Benefits of technology

It improves the connection between the upper and sole, enhances the stability and comfort of footwear items, and is suitable for a variety of sports shoes, especially when exercising, providing better support and anti-slip performance.

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Abstract

The present application relates to an article of footwear having a tubular structure with a tab portion. The article of footwear has a tubular structure. The tubular structure may include a tab portion that extends away from a channel portion of the tubular structure. The tab portion may engage a portion of the article of footwear. The tab portion may engage an upper or sole structure along a bite line. The tab portion may be attached to a heel counter, an eyelet, or other structure on the article of footwear.
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