Footwear with automatic lacing system
CN118678905BActive Publication Date: 2026-05-26PUMA SE
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- PUMA SE
- Filing Date
- 2022-11-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-26
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Traditional footwear is inconvenient to operate with lacing, especially for the elderly or those with weak constitutions, and lacks an automated lacing system, making it difficult to meet adjustment needs in different environments.
Method used
An automatic lacing system was designed, comprising a shell, outer and inner winglets, and multiple shoelace retainers. The system achieves automatic tightening and loosening of shoelaces through a motor and gear train, and combines a sliding panel and controller for convenient operation.
Benefits of technology
An automated shoelace tightening system is provided, suitable for various footwear items, simplifying the lacing process, especially for the elderly or those with disabilities, improving ease of use and comfort.
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Abstract
A lacing system for footwear includes a sole structure, an upper attached to the sole structure and having a lateral side, a medial side, and a tongue, and a shell disposed on the tongue. A lateral wing extends from the sole structure along the lateral side of the upper toward the tongue and has an upper end near the tongue. A medial wing extends from the sole structure along the medial side of the upper toward the tongue and has an upper end near the tongue. A plurality of lateral lace retainers are disposed along the upper ends of the lateral wingers, and a plurality of medial lace retainers are disposed along the upper ends of the medial wingers. Laces cross over the tongue and extend from the shell through the plurality of lateral and medial lace retainers.
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