A knitted fabric and a method of knitting the same, an upper, and an article of footwear

Abstract

This application provides a woven fabric and its manufacturing method, shoe upper, and footwear products, comprising at least a main fabric woven from a first yarn and a jacquard structure woven from a second yarn. The jacquard structure is embedded in the main fabric, and the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn for fixation. The weaving layers of the jacquard structure are the same as those of the main fabric. When the main fabric switches to surface weaving or bottom weaving, the jacquard structure simultaneously switches to the corresponding weaving layer. In this application, the embodiments eliminate interlacing patterns and curling edges, improving appearance and stability; simultaneously, it eliminates the need for tucking and post-processing, simplifying the process and reducing costs. Furthermore, the jacquard structure can adapt to complex structures by changing the layers of the main yarn, achieving both lightweight and functional unity. In addition, the jacquard structure remains on the same layer as the main fabric, avoiding pattern breakage and ensuring continuous and clear patterns.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of textile technology, and in particular to a woven fabric and its weaving method, shoe uppers, and footwear products. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of the knitted fabric industry, jacquard weaving has become widely used in various knitted products, such as clothing, shoe uppers, and home textiles, because it can create rich and diverse patterns on the fabric surface and enhance product added value. Traditional jacquard weaving methods typically involve switching yarns across the entire fabric width to create patterns, but this method often leads to an increase in the overall weight of the fabric and low material utilization.

[0003] Inlay weaving (also known as intarsia weaving) is an important weaving technique in jacquard weaving. Its characteristic is that the intarsia yarn participates in the weaving only in specific areas of the fabric to form the jacquard pattern, while in non-jacquard areas, the yarn exists as a float. Because the intarsia yarn is only applied to specific parts of the fabric, compared to fully laid-out jacquard weaving, inlay weaving does not create unnecessary weaving structures, effectively reducing yarn usage and making the fabric lighter. It is especially suitable for products such as knitted shoe uppers where lightweighting is a high priority.

[0004] However, the inlay weaving process also has significant technical drawbacks. The inlay yarn is independent of the main yarn of the base fabric and requires specific weaving movements to interlock with it for fixation. This is especially true when weaving single-layer fabrics, where the lack of a double-layer structure makes fixing the inlay yarn even more difficult. The current common solution is to use left-right tuck weaving, attaching the inlay yarn to nearby main yarn loops to prevent slippage. This tuck fixing method creates loop accumulation and tension variations at the joint, resulting in noticeable inlay seam patterns that affect the aesthetics of the pattern. Furthermore, the difference in texture in the seam area can easily lead to curling and edge lifting. While there are post-processing improvements such as heat setting and lining, these increase processing costs and offer limited improvement for elastic fabrics and three-dimensional curved surfaces. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to solve one or more of the above-mentioned technical problems in the prior art, this application provides a woven fabric and its weaving method, shoe upper, and footwear products to solve the problems in the prior art where embedded weaving causes obvious intarsia patterns due to the fixed loops, which damages the fabric's aesthetics; the difference in texture in the junction area easily causes curling and edge lifting, which affects the service life; post-processing improvement schemes increase process costs and have limited improvement on elastic fabrics and three-dimensional curved surface structures; and jacquard structures have difficulty in maintaining pattern integrity by following the changes in the main yarn's weave layers.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this application to solve its technical problem is as follows: In a first aspect, this application provides a woven fabric comprising at least a main fabric 100 woven from a first yarn and a jacquard structure 200 woven from a second yarn. The jacquard structure 200 is embedded in the main fabric 100, and the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn for fixation. The weaving layers of the jacquard structure 200 are the same as those of the main fabric 100. When the main fabric 100 is switched to surface weaving or bottom weaving, the jacquard structure 200 is simultaneously switched to the corresponding weaving layer.

[0007] In this embodiment, the jacquard structure is fixed by passing the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn through the loop of the second yarn, thus eliminating the traditional tucking method and avoiding intarsia patterns, curling, and edge curling, thereby improving appearance quality and structural stability. At the same time, this solution eliminates the need for tucking and post-processing, simplifying the process and reducing costs. The jacquard structure can change with the layers of the main yarn, making it suitable for complex weave designs, and achieving a unity of appearance and function while retaining the advantages of lightweight design. In addition, the jacquard structure always remains on the same spatial level as the main fabric, avoiding problems such as pattern breakage, misalignment, or poor coverage caused by misalignment of weave layers, ensuring that the jacquard pattern remains continuous, complete, and clear in different weave areas.

[0008] In some specific embodiments, by adjusting the positional relationship between the first yarn feeder corresponding to the first yarn and the second yarn feeder corresponding to the second yarn, when the second yarn performs continuous loop knitting, the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn is located inside the loop of the second yarn.

[0009] In this embodiment, by adjusting the positional relationship between the first yarn feeder and the second yarn feeder, the floating yarn or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn can be incorporated into its loop when the second yarn performs continuous loop knitting. This achieves stable fixation of the jacquard structure without additional loop gathering or needle turning actions, thereby simplifying the knitting process, avoiding loop accumulation and tension changes caused by loop gathering actions, eliminating intarsia interlacing patterns, and improving the appearance quality of the fabric.

[0010] In some specific embodiments, when the jacquard structure 200 is located on the surface layer of the knitted fabric, the first yarn feeder is located in front of the second yarn feeder; when the jacquard structure (200) is located on the bottom layer of the knitted fabric, the first yarn feeder is located behind the second yarn feeder; wherein, "in front" refers to the direction close to the front needle bed, and "back" refers to the direction close to the rear needle bed.

[0011] In this embodiment, the jacquard structure can be smoothly switched with the main yarn layer under both surface and bottom weaving conditions. At the same time, it avoids the fraying or appearance defects caused by improper yarn tip position, which prevents the float yarn from being effectively wrapped. This ensures the integrity and consistency of the jacquard pattern in complex multi-layer and multi-area weaving designs.

[0012] In some specific embodiments, the second yarn is woven into at least two consecutive rows of interlocking loops in the warp direction of the fabric.

[0013] In this embodiment, by continuously weaving at least two rows of interlocking loops in the warp direction with the second yarn, the jacquard structure is ensured to have sufficient longitudinal fixed length on the main fabric, which enhances the bonding strength between the intarsia yarn and the main fabric and avoids the jacquard structure from loosening or slipping due to insufficient fixation of a single row of loops. At the same time, the continuous interlocking loop structure makes the jacquard area more uniform and flat, further improving the clarity of the jacquard pattern and the overall appearance and texture.

[0014] In some specific embodiments, the jacquard structure 200 has no loop connection and / or no turn-knit connection between the loops and the main fabric 100.

[0015] In this embodiment, the jacquard structure is not attached to the loops of the main fabric through tucking or turning stitches. Instead, it is embedded and fixed by passing a float of the first yarn through the loop of the second yarn. This avoids the loop accumulation and uneven tension caused by tucking or turning stitches, so that no inlay patterns are produced on the fabric surface. The transition between the jacquard area and the main area is smooth and natural, and the appearance quality is significantly improved. At the same time, eliminating the tucking and turning stitches simplifies the knitting process, improves efficiency, and the absence of local structural abrupt changes makes the fabric texture uniform, less prone to curling and edge curling, and has good structural stability.

[0016] In some specific embodiments, along the weft direction of the woven fabric, the maximum width of the jacquard structure 200 is less than the length of the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn.

[0017] In this embodiment, by setting the maximum width of the jacquard structure 200 along the weft direction of the knitted fabric to be less than the length of the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn, the jacquard structure 200 can reciprocate along the weft direction in the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn, providing a certain amount of flexibility. This allows the jacquard structure to adaptively adjust its position to release stress when under force, improving the elasticity and bending resistance of the fabric and helping to extend the service life of products that are repeatedly bent, such as shoe uppers. At the same time, this feature reduces the requirements for the positioning accuracy of the yarn feeder during the knitting process, which is beneficial for fine-tuning the pattern position and improving the knitting yield.

[0018] In some specific embodiments, the jacquard structure 200 is disposed in at least one area of ​​the main fabric 100.

[0019] In this embodiment, the arrangement and quantity of jacquard structures can be flexibly adjusted according to design requirements. Independent patterns can be formed in a single area, or combined textures can be formed in multiple areas, satisfying the diverse needs of different products for decorative effects and functional zoning.

[0020] In some specific embodiments, the main fabric 100 is a single-layer structure.

[0021] Secondly, this application also provides a method for weaving a woven fabric, the method comprising: Provide first yarn and second yarn; The main fabric is woven using the first yarn; The second yarn is used to weave a jacquard structure on the main fabric; When weaving the jacquard structure, the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn to embed the jacquard structure into the main fabric. The weaving layers of the jacquard structure are the same as the weaving layers of the main fabric. When the main fabric is switched to the surface layer weaving or the bottom layer weaving, the jacquard structure is switched to the corresponding weaving layer.

[0022] Thirdly, this application also provides a shoe upper, said shoe upper being prepared from a woven fabric as described in any of the first aspects; Alternatively, the upper may be prepared using the weaving method described in any of the second aspects; Alternatively, the upper may include at least a main fabric woven from a first yarn and a jacquard structure woven from a second yarn. The jacquard structure is embedded in the main fabric, and the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn to achieve fixation. The weaving layers of the jacquard structure are the same as those of the main fabric. When the main fabric is switched to the surface layer weaving or the bottom layer weaving, the jacquard structure is switched to the corresponding weaving layer simultaneously.

[0023] Fourthly, this application also provides a footwear product, the footwear product including a sole and an upper connected to the sole; The upper includes the upper as described in the third aspect. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figures 1 to 4 These are schematic diagrams of the structure of the woven fabrics provided in some embodiments of this application; Figure 5 This is a flowchart of a weaving method for a woven fabric provided in some embodiments of this application; Figure 6 These are weaving process diagrams of some embodiments of the woven fabric provided in this application; Figure 7 These are weaving process diagrams of woven fabrics provided in other embodiments of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0027] As described in the background section, existing inlay weaving processes have significant technical drawbacks when applied to single-layer fabrics. Traditional inlay weaving, because the inlay yarns are independent of the main yarns, requires a left-right tucking motion to attach the inlay yarns to the main yarn loops for fixation. This method creates loop accumulation and tension variations at the junction of the inlay yarns and the main yarns, resulting in noticeable inlay transition patterns that detract from the overall aesthetics of the jacquard pattern. Furthermore, the texture, thickness, and elasticity of the transition area differ from the surrounding areas, making it prone to curling and edge lifting during finishing and use, thus affecting product lifespan. Although post-treatment solutions such as heat setting and bonding interlining have attempted to improve this, they increase the number of processes and costs, and have limited effectiveness in improving elastic fabrics and three-dimensional curved structures.

[0028] To address one or more of the aforementioned problems, this application proposes a woven fabric, its weaving method, shoe upper, and footwear products. By using a first yarn to weave the main fabric and a second yarn to weave a jacquard structure on the main fabric, the floats or loose stitches of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn for fixation. This eliminates the traditional loop-fixing method, fundamentally removing intarsia patterns and achieving a smooth transition between the jacquard area and the main fabric area, significantly improving the appearance quality.

[0029] The solution of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and various embodiments.

[0030] Example 1 To implement the solution of this application, an embodiment of this application provides a woven fabric, referring to... Figures 1 to 4As shown, the woven fabric includes a main fabric 100 woven from a first yarn and a jacquard structure 200 woven from a second yarn. The jacquard structure 200 is embedded in the main fabric 100. In this application, the floats or loose stitches formed by the first yarn in the non-woven area are wrapped by loops formed by the second yarn; that is, the floats or loose stitches of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn, thereby achieving the embedding and fixation of the jacquard structure 200 on the main fabric 100. This fixing method does not rely on traditional tucking or turning stitch operations; there is no tucking connection and / or no turning stitch connection between the loops of the jacquard structure 200 and the main fabric 100.

[0031] Furthermore, the jacquard structure 200 has no loop-gathering connection and / or no turn-stitch connection between the loops and the main fabric 100. Specifically, loop-gathering connection refers to attaching the loops of the intarsia yarn to the main yarn loops through a loop-gathering action, so that they form a loop together within the needle hook to form a connection; turn-stitch connection refers to transferring the loops of the intarsia yarn to the main yarn loops at adjacent needle positions through a turn-stitch action, so that they interlock with the main yarn loops to form a connection. Both of these connection methods are conventional techniques used in traditional inlay knitting to fix the intarsia yarn.

[0032] In this embodiment, there is no tucking or turning stitch connection between the loops of the jacquard structure 200 and the main fabric 100. That is, the jacquard structure 200 is not attached to the main yarn loops of the main fabric 100 through tucking or turning stitches, but rather its installation and fixation are achieved by the float of the first yarn passing through the loops of the second yarn. In other words, the jacquard structure 200 is fixed to the main fabric 100 by the continuous looping action of the second yarn, which wraps the float of the first yarn inside its loops. A stable fitting relationship is formed between the two without the need for additional tucking or turning stitches.

[0033] The aforementioned setup offers several beneficial effects: First, since no tucking or turning actions are required during the weaving process, the junction between the intarsia yarn (i.e., the second yarn) and the main fabric 100 avoids loop accumulation and tension changes caused by tucking or turning. After weaving, no intarsia transition lines (referred to in the industry as "intarsia marks" or "tucking marks") are formed on the fabric surface. The boundary between the jacquard area and the main fabric area is smooth and natural, significantly improving the overall appearance quality. Second, the omission of tucking and turning actions simplifies the weaving process, reduces the number of weaving actions, shortens the weaving cycle, and improves production efficiency. It also reduces the weaving defect rate caused by errors in tucking or turning. Finally, because there are no local structural abrupt changes caused by tucking or turning, the fabric texture, thickness, and elasticity in the area where the jacquard structure 200 is located remain consistent with the main fabric 100, making it less prone to curling and edge lifting. This results in good structural and dimensional stability of the fabric and extends the product's lifespan.

[0034] In this embodiment, by using the above-mentioned setup of no tufting and / or no turning stitch connection, combined with the fixing method of the first yarn float passing through the inside of the second yarn loop, a smooth transition and seamless appearance between the jacquard area and the main body area are achieved while ensuring the fixing reliability of the jacquard structure 200. This overcomes the appearance defects and structural unevenness caused by tufting fixing in traditional embedded knitting.

[0035] It should be noted that, in this application embodiment, the floating thread refers to a section of the first yarn that does not participate in loop formation during the knitting process and is suspended between two knitting areas, i.e., a section of the first yarn between two adjacent loop formation points; the empty needle area refers to the gap between needle positions without loop coverage formed when some needles do not participate in the knitting process. This application utilizes the space of the aforementioned floating thread or empty needle area to allow the second yarn to be wrapped inside the loop during loop formation, achieving embedding and fixation.

[0036] In some embodiments, the first yarn and the second yarn may be the same or different.

[0037] When the first yarn and the second yarn are the same, the main fabric 100 and the jacquard structure 200 are woven from the same yarn. The two are consistent in material, specifications, color and physical properties, so that there is no difference in texture between the jacquard area and the main area. The woven fabric as a whole has a consistent feel, luster and mechanical properties, which is suitable for product designs that pursue a simple and unified visual effect or require material uniformity. At the same time, using the same yarn also helps to reduce the types of yarn, simplify production management and yarn changing operations, and improve weaving efficiency.

[0038] When the first yarn and the second yarn are different, the main fabric 100 and the jacquard structure 200 are each woven with yarns that have different characteristics (such as different colors, deniers, elasticity, materials, or functions). In this case, the main fabric 100 can select appropriate yarns according to the product's performance requirements for its basic structural layer, such as using high-strength, abrasion-resistant yarns to ensure the fabric's basic mechanical properties and durability. The jacquard structure 200 can select yarns with specific colors, luster, or textures according to appearance design requirements to create striking pattern contrasts and rich visual effects, or select yarns with different functional characteristics according to functional requirements, such as using antibacterial yarns, moisture-wicking yarns, or reflective yarns in specific jacquard areas to give specific parts additional functions without affecting the overall performance of the main fabric. This differentiated selection of the first and second yarns allows the woven fabric to achieve enhanced local functions or decorative effects through the jacquard structure while maintaining stable main performance, thus broadening the design space and functional adaptability of woven fabrics in products such as footwear and clothing.

[0039] In some embodiments, the first yarn and the second yarn may be independently selected from one or more of chemical fiber yarn, natural fiber yarn, and blended yarn; their denier range may be independently set according to product requirements, for example, but not limited to, 30D to 200D; their colors may be the same or different, and when the two colors are different, the jacquard structure 200 forms a jacquard pattern with color contrast on the main fabric 100. Those skilled in the art can flexibly select the type, specifications, and color combination of the first yarn and the second yarn according to actual needs, and this application does not make specific limitations in this regard.

[0040] In some embodiments, the knitted fabric described in this application can be knitted using a computerized flat knitting machine. The computerized flat knitting machine is equipped with independently controllable yarn feeders and needle beds, capable of automatically executing complex knitting actions according to a preset knitting program. This enables precise switching between the first and second yarns in different knitting areas, flexible adjustment of the yarn feeder position, and alternating knitting between the surface and bottom layers. Through the computerized flat knitting machine, not only can the automated control of each process in the aforementioned jacquard structure embedding and fixing scheme be efficiently realized, but also the continuous looping action of the second yarn and the knitting process of the first yarn float being wrapped into the loops can be precisely controlled, which helps to ensure the stability of the knitted fabric quality and production efficiency.

[0041] In other embodiments, the knitted fabrics described in this application can also be knitted using a conventional double-needle bed flat knitting machine. A double-needle bed flat knitting machine has two needle beds, front and rear, enabling the knitting of single-layer, double-layer, and alternating face and bottom layers. By manually or mechanically adjusting the yarn feeder position and working state according to the knitting layers, the same embedded and fixed effect of the first yarn float passing through the loop of the second yarn can be achieved. Compared to computerized flat knitting machines, conventional double-needle bed flat knitting machines are less expensive and easier to operate and maintain, making them suitable for production scenarios with low production efficiency requirements or small product batches.

[0042] Those skilled in the art can choose between computerized flat knitting machines and ordinary double-needle bed flat knitting machines based on actual production needs, equipment conditions, and cost budgets. This application does not make specific limitations in this regard, and any knitting equipment that can realize the above knitting method falls within the protection scope of this application.

[0043] In some embodiments, by adjusting the relative positional relationship between the first yarn feeder corresponding to the first yarn and the second yarn feeder corresponding to the second yarn, when the second yarn performs continuous loop knitting, the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn can be wrapped by the newly formed loop of the second yarn, thereby realizing the embedding and fixing of the jacquard structure on the main fabric.

[0044] Specifically, the relative positions of the first and second yarn feeders are determined based on the knitting layer in which the jacquard structure is located. When both the front and rear needle beds are involved in knitting, the direction closer to the front needle bed is considered the front, and the direction closer to the rear needle bed is considered the rear. When the jacquard structure is located on the surface layer of the knitted fabric, the first yarn feeder is located in front of the second yarn feeder; when the jacquard structure is located on the bottom layer of the knitted fabric, the first yarn feeder is located behind the second yarn feeder. By setting the above yarn feeder positional relationship, when jacquard knitting is performed on different knitting layers, the new loops formed by the continuous looping action of the second yarn can accurately wrap the floats of the first yarn inside the loops, achieving reliable fixation of the jacquard structure on the corresponding knitting layer without the need for additional tucking or turning stitches. This method is suitable for complex knitting designs with alternating surface and bottom layers in single-layer structures.

[0045] It should be noted that, under normal viewing angles, when the jacquard structure 200 is located only at the bottom layer of the knitted fabric (i.e., the fabric layer knitted by the back needle bed), if the knitted fabric is a single-layer structure (i.e., only the back needle bed is used for knitting, and the front needle bed does not participate in the knitting), then the bottom jacquard structure actually constitutes the only visible surface of the fabric, and its pattern can be directly observed. If the front needle bed participates in the knitting to form the top layer and this top layer is an opaque structure, then the bottom jacquard structure is not visible from the top layer direction. However, in actual product applications, the bottom layer itself is an independent surface, and the bottom layer knitted by the back needle bed can be flipped over to be used as the outer surface of the fabric according to usage requirements. That is, the "top layer" (front needle bed knitted layer) and "bottom layer" (back needle bed knitted layer) referred to during the knitting process are defined based on the orientation of the knitting process, rather than limiting the final usable surface of the product—after the knitting is completed, the bottom layer can be used as the exposed surface, making the jacquard structure originally located at the bottom layer the visual focus.

[0046] Furthermore, when both the surface and bottom layers of the same woven fabric have jacquard structures 200, if it is desired to display the jacquard patterns of both layers on the same exterior surface, this can be achieved by flipping the bottom layer over: that is, using the original woven surface of the bottom layer as the outer surface of the final usable surface. In this case, the jacquard structure of the bottom layer is directly presented on the exterior surface, while the jacquard structure of the original surface layer is located on the inside or as the back pattern. This method allows double-sided jacquard designs to achieve the combination or superposition of patterns on a single exterior surface without adding extra woven layers or making complex organizational transformations. This maintains the simplicity of the weaving process while enriching the design freedom of the product, making it particularly suitable for applications in footwear, bags, and clothing where reversible or double-sided pattern display is required.

[0047] In some embodiments, the second yarn is continuously woven into at least two rows of interlocking loops in the warp direction of the fabric. Specifically, the warp direction (i.e., longitudinal direction) refers to the direction of extension of the fabric from the starting end to the ending end of the knitting process, corresponding to the knitting direction of the knitting equipment; interlocking loops refer to the subsequent loops passing through the previous loops in the continuous looping process of the second yarn, forming a longitudinal loop structure that interlocks with each other along the warp direction. In this application, the second yarn is continuously woven into at least two rows of interlocking loops, so that the second yarn forms a continuous loop structure with a longitudinal extension length on the main fabric 100. This structure can completely wrap the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn inside the loop, thereby achieving a stable embedding and fixation of the jacquard structure 200 on the main fabric 100.

[0048] If the second yarn is woven with only a single row of loops, its longitudinal coverage length is limited, resulting in insufficient wrapping of the first yarn float. This can easily cause the float to slip out of the loop, leading to insufficient fixation of the jacquard structure 200. However, by setting at least two rows of interlocking loops, the contact area and number of wrapping turns between the second yarn loop and the first yarn float are increased, allowing the float to be more tightly bound within the interlocking loop structure. This effectively prevents the jacquard structure 200 from loosening or slipping. At the same time, the continuous interlocking loop structure makes the jacquard area more uniform and flat, which helps to improve the clarity of the jacquard pattern and the overall appearance and texture.

[0049] In some embodiments, the number of consecutive rows of the second yarn can be adjusted according to actual design requirements. For example, for jacquard areas requiring high fixation strength, the second yarn can be continuously woven into 3, 4, or more rows of interlocking loops; for jacquard areas requiring only light embellishment, 2 rows of interlocking loops can be used to meet basic fixation requirements. Those skilled in the art can flexibly select the number of consecutive rows of the second yarn based on the pattern complexity of the jacquard structure 200, yarn specifications, and product application; this application does not impose specific limitations in this regard.

[0050] In some embodiments, the aforementioned knitting action of "knitting at least two consecutive rows of interlocking loops" can be implemented through program control of a computerized flat knitting machine. Specifically, in the knitting instructions for the area containing the jacquard structure 200, it is set that after the second yarn completes the first row of loops, it continues to form a second row of loops at an adjacent warp position until a preset number of knitting rows is reached. Then, based on the pattern boundary, the machine switches to other knitting actions or terminates the jacquard knitting in that area. This knitting method is simple, easy to implement, and suitable for various types of double-needle bed flat knitting machines.

[0051] In some embodiments, along the weft direction of the knitted fabric, the maximum width of the jacquard structure 200 is less than the length of the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn, allowing the jacquard structure 200 to reciprocate along the weft direction of the knitted fabric within the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn. Specifically, the maximum width of the jacquard structure 200 refers to the maximum dimension of a single jacquard structure (i.e., an independent jacquard unit) in the weft direction (lateral direction) of the knitted fabric. The weft direction (i.e., lateral direction) refers to the width direction of the knitted fabric, corresponding to the needle arrangement direction of the needle bed of the knitting equipment, and is perpendicular to the aforementioned warp direction (knitting travel direction). The float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn refers to the suspended yarn segment (float) or the needle gap (empty needle area) formed when the first yarn does not participate in loop formation during the knitting process of the main fabric 100. Since the jacquard structure 200 in this application is fixed by wrapping the float of the first yarn inside the loop of the second yarn, rather than forming a rigid connection with the main yarn loop through the tucking or turning action, the fixation between the jacquard structure 200 and the main fabric 100 is not a completely locked rigid fixation, but has a certain amount of room for movement.

[0052] The aforementioned allowance allows the jacquard structure 200 to reciprocate slightly along the weft direction within the float or empty needle area under external force. This results in the following technical effects: Firstly, when the woven fabric is subjected to stretching, bending, or other external forces, the jacquard structure 200 can release localized stress through slight slippage within the float or empty needle area, preventing coil deformation, yarn breakage, or fabric damage caused by stress concentration. This significantly improves the elasticity, flexibility, and bending resistance of the woven fabric. This characteristic is particularly beneficial for products such as shoe uppers that require repeated bending and stretching during wear, helping to extend the product's lifespan. Secondly, this mobility allows the jacquard structure 200 to adaptively adjust its position according to the deformation of the main fabric 100 during subsequent finishing, shaping, and use, maintaining coordination with the main fabric 100 and preventing appearance defects such as arching, wrinkles, or pattern distortion caused by the shrinkage or stretching of the main fabric.

[0053] Furthermore, this characteristic also enables the jacquard structure 200 to have a certain degree of positional adjustment capability in the empty needle area during the weaving process. When there is a slight deviation between the jacquard position set in the weaving program and the actual weaving process due to factors such as yarn tension fluctuations, the jacquard structure 200 can be finely adjusted to the appropriate position along the weft direction in the empty needle area, thereby reducing the stringent requirements for the positioning accuracy of the yarn feeder during the weaving process and helping to improve the yield of finished products.

[0054] It should be noted that the movable range of the jacquard structure 200 is limited by the length of the first yarn float or the width of the empty needle area. When the float is fully tightened by the loop of the second yarn or the empty needle area is defined by the adjacent loop, the movement of the jacquard structure 200 reaches its limit. Those skilled in the art can control the movable range of the jacquard structure 200 by adjusting the length of the float or the number of stitches in the empty needle area according to the different requirements of the product for elasticity and fixing firmness. This application does not make specific limitations in this regard.

[0055] In some embodiments, the knitting layers of the jacquard structure 200 are the same as those of the main fabric 100. When the main fabric 100 switches to surface knitting or underlay knitting, the jacquard structure 200 simultaneously switches to the corresponding knitting layer. Specifically, the knitting layer refers to the spatial position of the second yarn in the thickness direction of the knitted fabric when knitting on a double-needle bed flat knitting machine (or other knitting equipment with front and rear needle beds). This position is determined by the needle bed used for knitting—the front needle bed participates in loop formation to form the surface layer, and the rear needle bed participates in loop formation to form the underlay. It should be emphasized that the "surface layer" and "underlay" here are defined based on the orientation of the knitting process, that is, the positional relationship relative to the front and rear needle beds of the double-needle bed flat knitting machine, rather than a limitation on the final surface of the product. In a single-layer structure, the knitted fabric is formed using only a single needle bed. If only the front needle bed is used, a single-layer surface structure is formed; if only the back needle bed is used, a single-layer bottom structure is formed. In this case, the fabric is thin and lightweight. The jacquard structure is always located at the same level as the main fabric; that is, when the main fabric is the surface layer, the jacquard is also located on the surface layer, and when the main fabric is the bottom layer, the jacquard is also located on the bottom layer. In a double-layer structure, both the front and back needle beds participate in the knitting process simultaneously or alternately, forming an overlapping structure in the thickness direction. The surface layer knitted by the front needle bed corresponds to the surface layer, and the inner layer knitted by the back needle bed corresponds to the bottom layer. The two layers can be connected by a knot or separated, with only the edges connected. In a double-layer structure, the knitting levels of the main fabric 100 and the jacquard structure 200 are always synchronized. That is, when the main fabric 100 switches from surface knitting to bottom knitting, the jacquard structure 200 simultaneously switches from surface jacquard to bottom jacquard; and vice versa. In other words, the jacquard structure 200 always changes synchronously with the weaving layer changes of the main fabric 100, and the two maintain the same spatial layer position in the thickness direction of the woven material.

[0056] The aforementioned synchronous switching can be achieved in conjunction with the aforementioned adjustment of the yarn feeder position: when the main fabric 100 is woven in the surface layer, the first yarn feeder is located in front of the second yarn feeder, and the second yarn performs continuous looping motions in the surface layer, forming the jacquard structure 200 located in the surface layer; when the main fabric 100 switches to the bottom layer weaving, the first yarn feeder is adjusted to behind the second yarn feeder, and the second yarn performs continuous looping motions in the bottom layer, forming the jacquard structure 200 located in the bottom layer. Through this method, the weaving layers of the jacquard structure 200 are always consistent with the weaving layers of the main fabric 100.

[0057] It should be noted that the jacquard structure 200 and the main fabric 100 are always located at the same weaving layer. This ensures that the jacquard structure 200 adheres tightly to the surface of the main fabric 100 in all areas, preventing it from floating above or sinking below the surface of the main fabric 100 due to layer misalignment. This guarantees the continuity and integrity of the jacquard pattern in different weave areas. When the main fabric 100 alternates between the surface and bottom layers, the jacquard structure 200 synchronously switches layers, allowing the jacquard pattern to cross different weave layers without breakage or misalignment, resulting in a unified and clear overall pattern.

[0058] The jacquard structure 200 and the main fabric 100 are always located at the same weaving layer, ensuring that the interlocking and fixing relationship between the jacquard structure 200 and the main fabric 100 can be effectively established at any weaving layer. Since the floats or empty needle areas of the main fabric 100 are also distributed within the corresponding weaving layer, when the second yarn continuously loops at the corresponding layer, it can accurately wrap the first yarn float of that layer inside the loop, achieving reliable fixing of the jacquard structure 200 at that layer. If the layer of the jacquard structure 200 is inconsistent with the layer of the main fabric 100, the second yarn will not be able to contact the first yarn float of that layer, thus failing to form an effective interlocking and fixing relationship.

[0059] Furthermore, this configuration allows the woven fabric of this application to be applied to one-piece molded products with complex curved surface structures or alternating top and bottom layers, such as knitted shoe uppers with three-dimensional silhouettes. In such products, different areas may require different weaving layers to achieve specific support or fit requirements, and the jacquard structure 200 can automatically adjust to the layer changes of the main fabric 100, eliminating the need for zoning the jacquard pattern or designing additional transition structures in the weaving program design, greatly simplifying the design difficulty of the weaving program.

[0060] Furthermore, the ability of the jacquard structure 200 to switch layers synchronously with the main fabric 100 allows for flexible presentation of the visual effects on both sides of the woven fabric according to design requirements. When the jacquard structure 200 is on the surface layer, the front of the woven fabric displays the jacquard pattern; when the main fabric 100 switches to the bottom layer in certain areas and the jacquard structure 200 switches to the bottom layer simultaneously, the front of the woven fabric in those areas displays the back texture of the main fabric 100, creating different visual layers on both sides and enriching the appearance of the woven fabric.

[0061] In some embodiments, when the main fabric 100 is partially woven on the surface and partially woven on the back, the jacquard structure 200 is located on the surface and back in corresponding areas, respectively. The same jacquard pattern can present a differentiated visual effect, visible from the front or subtly visible from the back, in different areas of the woven fabric, further enhancing the design quality and aesthetic level of the product. Those skilled in the art can programmatically set the layer switching positions of the main fabric 100 and the corresponding weaving areas of the jacquard structure 200 according to product design requirements to achieve diverse layer combination effects; this application does not specifically limit this.

[0062] In some embodiments, the jacquard structure 200 is disposed in at least one area of ​​the main fabric 100. Specifically, "at least one area" refers to the arrangement of the jacquard structure 200 on the main fabric 100, including the independent jacquard structure 200 disposed in a partial area of ​​the main fabric 100, or the jacquard structure 200 disposed in multiple different areas of the main fabric 100. When the jacquard structure 200 is disposed in one area, an independent pattern or logo can be formed in a single predetermined part of the main fabric 100, which is suitable for product designs that require partial embellishment or brand logo. When the jacquard structure 200 is disposed in multiple areas, the jacquard structures 200 in each area can be independently woven to form the same or different patterns, or they can be combined among multiple areas to form a complete decorative texture or pattern sequence, which is suitable for product designs that require large-area decorative effects or complex pattern layouts.

[0063] Unlike full-width jacquard weaving (i.e., jacquard weaving across the entire fabric width), in this application, the jacquard structure 200 is only set in selective local areas of the main fabric 100. In non-jacquard areas, the second yarn does not participate in the weaving; the basic structure of the main fabric 100 is completed solely by the first yarn. This arrangement allows the woven fabric to achieve the decorative effect of a jacquard pattern while using the second yarn only in the areas where the pattern is needed. This effectively reduces yarn consumption, avoids unnecessary material consumption and fabric weight gain, and fully preserves the core technological advantages of lightweight embedded weaving.

[0064] The arrangement and quantity of jacquard structures 200 can be flexibly adjusted according to the functional and aesthetic requirements of different areas of the product. For example, in shoe uppers, a jacquard structure 200 with decorative patterns can be set in the toe area, and jacquard structures 200 with brand logos can be set on both sides of the shoe body. However, jacquard structures 200 are not set in areas requiring higher structural strength, such as the heel, to maintain the tight weave of the main fabric 100. Similarly, in clothing products, independent jacquard structures 200 can be set in visually focal areas such as the chest and sleeves. The jacquard patterns in each area can be designed independently, creating a visual effect that echoes or contrasts with each other. These multiple jacquard structures 200 do not affect each other; each is independently embedded in its corresponding area of ​​the main fabric 100 through the continuous looping action of the second yarn. The fixation of any jacquard structure 200 in any area does not depend on the jacquard structures in other areas.

[0065] Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the number of areas where the jacquard structure 200 is set on the main fabric 100, the positional distribution of each area, and the specific form of the jacquard pattern in each area according to the product design needs. This application does not make specific limitations in this regard. The specific fixing method of any area jacquard structure 200 is as described above, which is to achieve embedding and fixing by having the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn pass through the loop of the second yarn.

[0066] This configuration allows the woven fabric of this application to achieve partial decoration or partial functional enhancement by adding jacquard structures 200 in selective areas while maintaining the basic performance of the main fabric 100. It combines design flexibility and material economy, and is especially suitable for product fields such as shoe uppers and clothing that have high requirements for lightweighting and personalized decoration.

[0067] In some embodiments, the main fabric 100 is a single-layer structure. Specifically, a single-layer structure refers to a knitted fabric having only one layer of regularly arranged loops formed by the first yarn through loop knitting in the thickness direction. In knitting technology, a single-layer structure is distinguished from a double-layer structure (i.e., a structure with two independent loop layers, a face layer and a bottom layer, connected by connecting yarns or a tuck structure), and also from a middle-layer structure (i.e., a three-layer structure). A single-layer structure is knitted only on one needle bed, with only one layer of loops along the thickness direction, and adjacent loops are connected by looping to form a stable fabric structure.

[0068] It should be noted that this application proposes a jacquard structure embedding and fixing scheme adapted to the structural characteristics of a single-layer structure. In a single-layer structure, the floats formed by the first yarn in the non-woven area are exposed on the fabric surface or back, and there is no double-layer structure to clamp or hide the floats. This application utilizes this characteristic to allow the second yarn to wrap the floats of the first yarn inside its loops during continuous looping, thereby achieving the embedding and fixing of the jacquard structure. In other words, the fixing method of this application fully utilizes the characteristic that the floats in a single-layer structure can be directly contacted and wrapped, achieving reliable fixing of the jacquard structure without relying on the clamping effect of a double-layer structure on the yarn, thus broadening the application scope of embedded jacquard technology in single-layer lightweight knitted products.

[0069] Understandably, single-layer knitting is simple, requiring only one yarn feeder and one loop forming motion on a needle bed to complete a row. Compared to double-layer or multi-layer knitting, it is faster and more efficient. Simultaneously, single-layer knitting requires less yarn, effectively reducing material costs, and the simpler knitting process lowers the error rate. Furthermore, the thin and soft structure of single-layer knitting offers excellent flexibility and breathability, resulting in a soft hand feel, good fit, and high wearing comfort. This is especially true for products like shoe uppers and close-fitting clothing that require lightweight and soft fabrics, where a single-layer base fabric provides a superior wearing experience.

[0070] Furthermore, the single-layer structure allows the jacquard structure 200 to be clearly presented on the fabric surface after being inlaid. Since there is no obstruction from the surface layer or interference from the bottom layer, the jacquard loops formed by the second yarn are directly exposed to the woven surface, resulting in clearer outlines, more vibrant colors, and stronger visual appeal. When the main fabric 100 consists of partly surface layer weaving and partly bottom layer weaving, the single-layer structure independently forms surface or bottom layer loops in each area. The jacquard structure 200 can synchronously switch with the weaving layers of the main fabric 100, forming pattern distributions with different spatial layers in the thickness direction, further enriching the appearance of the woven fabric.

[0071] Example 2 Corresponding to Embodiment 1 above, this application also provides a method for weaving a woven fabric. In this embodiment, content that is the same as or similar to that in Embodiment 1 above can be referred to the above description and will not be repeated hereafter. (Refer to...) Figure 5 As shown, the method includes: S100: Provides first yarn and second yarn.

[0072] Specifically, the first yarn is used to weave the main fabric, and the second yarn is used to weave the jacquard structure. The first and second yarns can be selected independently, either as the same type, specification, color, or material, and the specific selection method is as described above, which can be flexibly determined according to product requirements.

[0073] S200: The main fabric is woven using the first yarn.

[0074] Specifically, the first yarn is knitted on a knitting machine to form a single-layer main fabric. During the knitting process, floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn will form in the non-knitted areas of the main fabric. The main fabric can be a single-layer full-width knit, or a partitioned structure with partial surface knitting and partial bottom knitting.

[0075] S300: The second yarn is used to weave a jacquard structure on the main fabric; When weaving the jacquard structure, the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn to embed the jacquard structure into the main fabric.

[0076] Specifically, in the target area of ​​the main fabric, a second yarn is used for continuous loop weaving to form a jacquard structure. When weaving the jacquard structure, the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn. That is, during the continuous loop formation process, the second yarn wraps the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn encountered on its weaving path into the newly formed loops, thereby fixing the jacquard structure onto the main fabric.

[0077] It should be noted that the sequence of steps S200 and S300 does not mean that the jacquard structure will only be started after the main fabric is completely woven. In actual weaving, S200 and S300 can be performed alternately. That is, while weaving a certain area of ​​the main fabric, the corresponding jacquard structure is woven simultaneously or subsequently in that area, and then the next area of ​​the main fabric is woven, and so on until the entire woven fabric is completed. The above step division is only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as a strict limitation on the order of weaving.

[0078] Using the above method, this application can achieve seamless embedding and fixing of the jacquard structure 200 on a single-layer main fabric 100 without the need for tucking or turning stitches, thus avoiding the inlay interlacing patterns in traditional processes, simplifying the weaving process, and improving weaving efficiency and product quality.

[0079] The following describes the air-layer knitted fabric provided in the embodiments of this application using specific knitting examples.

[0080] Case 1: Warp and Weft Weaving Taking a 24-row, 24-column knitted fabric as an example, yarn feeder A corresponds to the first yarn, and yarn feeder B corresponds to the second yarn. Spatially, yarn feeder A is closer to the front needle bed, and yarn feeder B is closer to the back needle bed. (Refer to...) Figure 6 As shown, the weaving process is as follows: The first and second weaving operations are performed by the A yarn feeder driving the first yarn to weave the weft surface. Empty needles at local needle sites ; The third weave is a face weave where the B yarn feeder drives the second yarn to act as the warp. ; The fourth weave is the pressing action of the warp loops. ; In the 5th and 6th weaving rows, the A yarn feeder drives the first yarn to perform weft surface weaving. Empty needles at local needle sites ; The 7th weave is the face weave where the B yarn feeder drives the second yarn to act as the warp. ; The 8th weave is the pressing action of the warp yarn loops. ; The warp knitting loops of the 3rd row are interlocked with the warp knitting loops of the 7th row to form a chain structure; Rows 9 to 24 are repeats of rows 1 to 8.

[0081] The empty needle of the first yarn passes through the loop of the second yarn, thus fixing the loop of the second yarn onto the first yarn.

[0082] Case 2: Ordinary Intarsia Weaving Taking a knitted fabric with 52 rows and 15 columns as an example, yarn feeder A corresponds to the first yarn, and yarn feeders B, C, and D correspond to the second yarn. Spatially, yarn feeder A is closer to the front needle bed, and yarn feeders B, C, and D are closer to the back needle bed. (Refer to...) Figure 7 As shown, the weaving process is as follows: The first row of weaving involves the B yarn feeder driving the second yarn to perform surface weaving. The second row is a needle kicking motion where the B yarn feeder drives the second yarn to avoid the first yarn. The third row of weaving involves the C yarn feeder driving the second yarn to perform face weaving. The fourth row is a needle kicking action where the C yarn feeder drives the second yarn to avoid the first yarn. The fifth row of weaving involves the D yarn feeder driving the second yarn to perform face weaving. The sixth row is a needle kicking action where the D yarn feeder drives the second yarn to avoid the first yarn. The 7th row is a face knit where the A yarn feeder drives the first yarn to perform a partial open stitch knit; The 8th row is a needle kicking action in which the A yarn feeder brings the first yarn and the D yarn feeder brings the second yarn to the already knitted position. The 9th row is a face knit where the A yarn feeder drives the first yarn to perform a face knit, with some areas done in open stitch knitting; The 10th row is a needle kicking action in which the A yarn feeder brings the first yarn and the C yarn feeder brings the second yarn to the already knitted position. The 11th row is a face knit where the A yarn feeder drives the first yarn to perform a partial open stitch knit; The 12th row is a needle kicking action in which the A yarn feeder brings the first yarn and the B yarn feeder brings the second yarn to the already knitted position. Row 13 involves the A yarn feeder driving the first yarn to perform surface knitting, with some areas done in open stitch knitting. The 14th row of weaving is the face weaving where the second yarn is driven by the D yarn feeder. The 15th row is a needle kicking action where the D yarn feeder drives the second yarn to avoid the first yarn. The 16th row is a face weave where the C yarn feeder drives the second yarn. The 17th row is a needle kicking action where the C yarn feeder drives the second yarn to avoid the first yarn. The 18th row is a face weave where the B yarn feeder drives the second yarn. The 19th row is a needle kicking action where the B yarn feeder drives the second yarn to avoid the first yarn. Row 20 involves the A yarn feeder driving the first yarn for surface knitting, with some areas done in open stitch knitting. The 21st row is a needle kicking action in which the A yarn feeder brings the first yarn and the B yarn feeder brings the second yarn to the already knitted position. Row 22 involves the A yarn feeder driving the first yarn for surface knitting, with some areas done in open stitch knitting. The 23rd row is a needle kicking action in which the A yarn feeder brings the first yarn and the C yarn feeder brings the second yarn to the already knitted position. Row 24 involves the A yarn feeder driving the first yarn to perform surface knitting, with some areas done in open stitch knitting. The 25th row is a needle kicking action in which the A yarn feeder brings the first yarn and the D yarn feeder brings the second yarn to the already knitted position. Row 26 involves the A yarn feeder driving the first yarn to perform surface knitting, with some areas done in open stitch knitting. Rows 27 to 52 are repeats of rows 1 to 26.

[0083] The empty needles of the first yarn will pass through the loops of the second yarn corresponding to the B, C, and D yarn tips respectively, so the loops of the second yarn corresponding to the B, C, and D yarn tips will be fixed on the first yarn.

[0084] Example 3 This application also provides a shoe upper, which is prepared using the woven fabric described in any one of Embodiment 1; or, prepared using the weaving method described in any one of Embodiment 2; or, the shoe upper includes at least a main fabric woven from a first yarn and a jacquard structure woven from a second yarn, the jacquard structure being embedded in the main fabric, and the floats or loose needle areas of the first yarn passing through the loops of the second yarn for fixation. In this embodiment, content that is the same as or similar to that in Embodiment 1 or 2 above can be referred to the above description, and will not be repeated here.

[0085] Example 4 Corresponding to Embodiment 3 above, this application also provides a footwear product, the footwear product including a sole and an upper connected to the sole; the upper includes the upper as described in any one of Embodiment 3. In this embodiment, content that is the same as or similar to Embodiments 1 to 3 above can be referred to the above description, and will not be repeated hereafter.

[0086] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments.

[0087] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0088] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0089] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0090] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting this application. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A woven fabric, characterized in that, It includes at least a main fabric (100) woven from a first yarn and a jacquard structure (200) woven from a second yarn. The jacquard structure (200) is embedded in the main fabric (100), and the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn passes through the loop of the second yarn to achieve fixation. The weaving layers of the jacquard structure (200) are the same as the weaving layers of the main fabric (100). When the main fabric (100) is switched to the surface layer weaving or the bottom layer weaving, the jacquard structure (200) is switched to the corresponding weaving layer simultaneously.

2. The woven fabric according to claim 1, characterized in that, By adjusting the positional relationship between the first yarn feeder corresponding to the first yarn and the second yarn feeder corresponding to the second yarn, when the second yarn performs continuous loop knitting, the floating or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn is located inside the loop of the second yarn.

3. The woven fabric according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the jacquard structure (200) is located on the surface layer of the knitted fabric, the first yarn feeder is located in front of the second yarn feeder; when the jacquard structure (200) is located on the bottom layer of the knitted fabric, the first yarn feeder is located behind the second yarn feeder; wherein, "in front" means in the direction close to the front needle bed, and "behind" means in the direction close to the back needle bed.

4. The woven fabric according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The second yarn is continuously woven into at least two rows of interlocking loops in the warp direction of the woven fabric.

5. The woven fabric according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The jacquard structure (200) has no loop connection and / or no turn-knit connection between the loops and the main fabric (100).

6. The woven fabric according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, Along the weft direction of the woven fabric, the maximum width of the jacquard structure (200) is less than the length of the float or empty needle area of ​​the first yarn.

7. The woven fabric according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The jacquard structure (200) is disposed in at least one area of ​​the main fabric (100).

8. The woven fabric according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The main fabric (100) is a single-layer structure.

9. A method for weaving a woven fabric, characterized in that, The method includes: Provide first yarn and second yarn; The main fabric is woven using the first yarn; The second yarn is used to weave a jacquard structure on the main fabric; When weaving the jacquard structure, the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn to embed the jacquard structure into the main fabric. The weaving layers of the jacquard structure are the same as the weaving layers of the main fabric. When the main fabric is switched to the surface layer weaving or the bottom layer weaving, the jacquard structure is switched to the corresponding weaving layer.

10. A shoe upper, characterized in that, The upper is made of the woven fabric as described in any one of claims 1 to 8; Alternatively, the upper may be prepared using the weaving method described in claim 9; Alternatively, the upper may include at least a main fabric woven from a first yarn and a jacquard structure woven from a second yarn. The jacquard structure is embedded in the main fabric, and the floats or empty needle areas of the first yarn pass through the loops of the second yarn to achieve fixation. The weaving layers of the jacquard structure are the same as those of the main fabric. When the main fabric is switched to surface weaving or bottom weaving, the jacquard structure is switched to the corresponding weaving layer simultaneously.

11. A footwear product, characterized in that, The footwear product includes a sole and an upper attached to the sole; The upper includes the upper as described in claim 10.

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