Vamp with integrally-formed supporting structure

By filling the cavity of the upper with soluble substances to form a support structure, the weight and breathability of the traditional upper is solved, and the improvement of durability, comfort and safety is achieved.

CN223262433UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-26SINCETECH FUJIAN TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422519149.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-17
Publication Date
2025-08-26
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-17

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Technical Problem

The traditional upper sticking or sewing reinforcement pieces on key parts increases the weight of the shoe and affects breathability, limiting the comfort and flexibility of wearing.

Method used

The cavity of the upper body is filled with soluble substances to form a support structure, and a hidden or exposed support structure is formed by hot pressing to enhance the durability and comfort of the upper.

Benefits of technology

The supporting structure and upper are integrated into the upper, improving the durability, comfort and safety of the upper, while increasing breathability and aesthetics.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a vamp with an integrally-formed supporting structure. The vamp comprises a vamp body and a supporting structure arranged in the vamp body, a cavity is woven in the vamp body, and the cavity is filled with soluble substances to form the supporting structure. The cavity of the vamp body is directly filled with the soluble substance to form the supporting structure, the concave-convex three-dimensional effect that the supporting structure and the vamp body are integrally formed is achieved, meanwhile, the supporting structure can support and reinforce the vamp in a reinforced mode, and then durability, comfort and safety of the vamp are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of shoe uppers, in particular to a shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure. Background Art

[0002] As a major component of shoes, the performance of the upper directly impacts wearing comfort and the lifespan of the shoe. During exercise or daily wear, the upper must withstand various pressures and motion stresses from the foot, such as stretching, bending, and torsion. Therefore, to maintain the stability and durability of the upper, traditionally, reinforcements are glued or sewn to key areas of the upper to enhance its structure. However, additional reinforcements and stitching techniques can increase the overall weight of the shoe, affecting its lightness. Furthermore, the reinforcements and support materials can affect the breathability of the upper to a certain extent. In particular, overly rigid reinforcements and support structures can limit the upper's flexibility, impacting wearing comfort.

[0003] Based on the above situation, the technical personnel of this case conducted in-depth research on the above issues, which led to the emergence of this case. Utility Model Content

[0004] Other features and advantages of the present invention will be described in the following description, and in part will become apparent from the description, or will be understood by practicing the present invention. The purpose and other advantages of the present invention can be achieved and obtained through the structures specifically pointed out in the description and other drawings.

[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to overcome the above-mentioned shortcomings, and the present invention provides a shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve its technical problems is: a shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure, including a shoe upper body and a support structure arranged in the shoe upper body, the shoe upper body is woven with a cavity, and the cavity is filled with a soluble substance to form the support structure.

[0007] The utility model directly fills the cavity of the upper body with soluble substances to form a support structure, thereby realizing the integral molding of the support structure and the upper body. At the same time, the support structure can strengthen and reinforce the upper, thereby improving the durability, comfort and safety of the upper.

[0008] In some embodiments, the support structure is a hidden support structure or / and an exposed support structure. The present invention can set the support structure as a hidden support structure or / and an exposed support structure according to actual conditions or consumer preferences.

[0009] In some embodiments, the hidden support structure is a planar structure formed by hot pressing the soluble material into a mold. The utility model can heat press the soluble material into a planar structure to provide local reinforcement and invisible support, thereby increasing the durability and practicality of the shoe upper.

[0010] In some embodiments, the exposed support structure is a raised structure formed by hot pressing the soluble material into a mold. The utility model heat presses the soluble material into a raised structure to increase the three-dimensional concave-convex effect of the shoe upper, and improves the aesthetics and cushioning of the shoe upper.

[0011] In some embodiments, the melting point of the soluble substance is less than or equal to the melting point of the upper body. The melting point of the soluble substance of the present invention is less than or equal to the melting point of the upper body, which is conducive to hot pressing and melting of the soluble substance and protecting the upper body.

[0012] In some embodiments, the soluble substance is one or more of plastic yarn, soluble particles, and soluble powder. The present invention utilizes soluble substances such as plastic yarn, soluble particles, and soluble powder, which, when subjected to a hot-pressing molding process, can change their form and bond with the upper body to enhance the structure of the upper, thereby providing support and reinforcement.

[0013] In some embodiments, the heights of the protrusions in different cavities are inconsistent. The inconsistent heights of the protrusions in different cavities of the present invention increase the three-dimensional concave-convex effect of the shoe upper.

[0014] In some embodiments, the heights of the protrusions in the same cavity are inconsistent. The utility model achieves a multi-level cushioning effect by having the protrusions in the same cavity with inconsistent heights, which can significantly reduce the impact on the foot and provide safety and comfort when wearing.

[0015] In some embodiments, the raised structure is raised toward the outer surface and / or inner surface of the upper body. The raised structure on the outer surface of the present invention not only enhances the visual effect of the upper but also increases the breathability of the upper to a certain extent. The raised structure on the inner surface provides additional invisible support and reinforcement for the upper, thereby enhancing wearing comfort.

[0016] In some embodiments, the hidden support structure is provided at the toe portion of the upper body. The utility model provides a hidden support structure at the toe portion, which not only improves wearing comfort, support, and durability, but also maintains a simple and smooth overall appearance of the upper.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0018] 1. The utility model directly fills the cavity of the upper body with a soluble substance to form a support structure, thereby realizing the integral molding of the support structure and the upper body. At the same time, the support structure can strengthen and reinforce the upper, thereby improving the durability, comfort and safety of the upper.

[0019] 2. The support structure of the present invention can be hidden or exposed, which increases the diversity of the reinforcing support of the upper. The height of the exposed raised structure is inconsistent, which not only increases the three-dimensional concave-convex effect of the upper, but also realizes multi-level cushioning and support, significantly reducing the impact on the foot and improving the comfort and safety of wearing.

[0020] It is to be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the disclosure.

[0021] Undoubtedly, these and other objects of the present invention will become more apparent after the following detailed description of the preferred embodiments with reference to various drawings and figures.

[0022] In order to make the above and other purposes, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, one or more preferred embodiments are given below and described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the embodiments of the present invention, they are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation to the present invention.

[0024] In the drawings, like components are given like reference numerals, and the drawings are schematic and not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0025] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only one or several embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on such drawings without paying any creative work.

[0026] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the upper structure of the one-piece support structure of some embodiments of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the upper structure of the one-piece hidden support structure of some embodiments of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 3Schematic diagram of the upper structure of the one-piece exposed support structure of some embodiments of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the support structure of some embodiments of the present invention.

[0030] Description of main reference numerals:

[0031] 1. Upper body; 21. Hidden support structure; 22. Exposed support structure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with specific embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention, but are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0033] In addition, in the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0034] In this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "installed," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, removable connections, or integration; they may refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they may refer to internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. However, the term "direct connection" indicates that the two connected entities are not connected through a transitional structure, but are connected solely through a connecting structure to form a single entity. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0035] In the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the first feature "above" or "below" the second feature may be that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in an appropriate manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0036] Reference Figure 1 、 Figure 4 , Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the upper structure of the one-piece support structure of some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the support structure of some embodiments of the present invention.

[0037] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the present invention provides a shoe upper with an integrally molded support structure, including an upper body 1 and a support structure arranged in the upper body 1. The upper body 1 is woven with a cavity, and the cavity is filled with a soluble substance to form a support structure.

[0038] The utility model directly fills the cavity of the upper body 1 with soluble substances to form a support structure, so that the support structure and the upper body 1 are integrally formed. At the same time, the support structure can strengthen and reinforce the upper, thereby improving the durability, comfort and safety of the upper.

[0039] According to some embodiments of the present invention, preferably, the support structure is a hidden support structure 21 and / or an exposed support structure 22. The present invention can set the support structure to be a hidden support structure 21 and / or an exposed support structure 22 according to actual conditions or consumer preferences.

[0040] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the melting point of the soluble substance is preferably less than or equal to the melting point of the upper body 1. The melting point of the soluble substance of the present invention is less than or equal to the melting point of the upper body 1, which is conducive to hot pressing and melting of the soluble substance and protecting the upper body 1.

[0041] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the soluble substance is preferably one or more of plastic yarn, soluble particles, and soluble powder. The present invention utilizes soluble substances such as plastic yarn, soluble particles, and soluble powder, which, when subjected to a hot pressing and molding process, can change their form and thus combine with the upper body 1 to enhance the structure of the upper, thereby providing support and reinforcement.

[0042] Reference Figure 2 、 Figure 4 , Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the upper structure of the one-piece hidden support structure of some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the support structure of some embodiments of the present invention.

[0043] According to some embodiments of the present invention, preferably, the hidden support structure 21 is a planar structure formed by hot pressing a soluble material into a mold. The present invention hot presses the soluble material into a planar structure to provide local reinforcement and invisible support, thereby increasing the durability and practicality of the shoe upper.

[0044] According to some embodiments of the present invention, preferably, the hidden support structure 21 is provided at the toe of the upper body 1. The present invention provides the hidden support structure 21 at the toe, which not only improves the wearing comfort, support and durability, but also keeps the overall appearance of the upper simple and smooth.

[0045] Reference Figure 3 、 Figure 4 , Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the upper structure of the one-piece exposed support structure of some embodiments of the present invention; Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the support structure of some embodiments of the present invention.

[0046] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the exposed support structure 22 is preferably a raised structure formed by hot pressing a soluble material into a mold. The present invention heat presses the soluble material into a raised structure to increase the three-dimensional concave-convex effect of the shoe upper, and improve the aesthetics and cushioning of the shoe upper.

[0047] According to some embodiments of the present invention, preferably, the heights of the raised structures in different cavities are inconsistent. The inconsistent heights of the raised structures in different cavities of the present invention increase the three-dimensional concave-convex effect of the shoe upper.

[0048] According to some embodiments of the present invention, preferably, the heights of the raised structures within the same cavity are inconsistent. The inconsistent heights of the raised structures within the same cavity of the present invention achieve a multi-level cushioning effect, which can significantly reduce the impact force on the foot and provide safety and comfort when wearing.

[0049] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the raised structure preferably protrudes toward the outer surface and / or inner surface of the upper body 1. The raised structure on the outer surface of the present invention not only enhances the visual effect of the upper but also increases the breathability of the upper to a certain extent. The raised structure on the inner surface provides additional invisible support and reinforcement for the upper, thereby improving wearing comfort.

[0050] Example 1

[0051] Reference Figure 2 、 Figure 4 This embodiment provides a shoe upper with an integrally molded support structure, the shoe upper comprising an upper body 1 and a support structure arranged in the upper body 1, the upper body 1 is woven with a cavity, and the cavity is filled with a soluble substance to form a support structure.

[0052] Furthermore, the soluble substance is preferably one or more of plastic yarn, soluble particles, and soluble powder, and the melting point of the soluble substance is less than or equal to the melting point of the upper body 1.

[0053] Furthermore, the support structure is a hidden support structure 21. Specifically, the hidden support structure 21 is a planar structure formed by hot pressing a soluble material into a mold. The planar structure can be set at the toe of the upper body 1, the inside of the upper, near the shoelace buckle, etc. as needed to enhance the stability and support of the upper.

[0054] Example 2

[0055] Reference Figure 3 、 Figure 4 This embodiment provides a shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure. The difference between this embodiment and Example 1 is that:

[0056] The support structure of this embodiment is an exposed support structure 22. Specifically, the exposed support structure 22 is a raised structure formed by hot pressing a soluble material into a mold. The raised structure is raised toward the outer surface and / or inner surface of the upper body 1. When it is raised toward the outer surface, it can increase the three-dimensional concave-convex effect and cushioning of the upper. When it is raised toward the inner surface, it can play a role of invisible support and reinforcement. In addition, there is no specific limit on the height of the raised structure in different cavities or in the same cavity. It is generally inconsistent to increase the concave-convex feeling and enhance the visual effect.

[0057] Example 3

[0058] Reference Figure 1 、 Figure 4 This embodiment provides a shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure. The difference between this embodiment and embodiment 1 or embodiment 2 is that:

[0059] The support structures of this embodiment are a hidden support structure 21 and an exposed support structure 22, wherein the hidden support structure 21 is a planar structure formed by hot pressing of a soluble substance through a mold, and the planar structure can be set at the toe of the upper body 1, the inner side of the upper, near the shoelace buckle, etc. as needed to enhance the stability and support of the upper; and the exposed support structure 22 is a raised structure formed by hot pressing of a soluble substance through a mold, and the raised structure is raised toward the outer surface and / or the inner surface of the upper body 1. When it is raised toward the outer surface, it can increase the three-dimensional concave-convex effect and cushioning of the upper, and when it is raised toward the inner surface, it can play a role of stealth support and reinforcement. In addition, there is no specific limit on the height of the raised structure in different cavities or in the same cavity, and it is generally inconsistent to increase the concave-convex feeling and enhance the visual effect.

[0060] It should be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited to the specific processing steps or materials disclosed herein, but should extend to equivalent substitutions of such features understood by those skilled in the relevant art. It should also be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting.

[0061] The "embodiment" mentioned in the specification means that the specific features or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment are included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Therefore, the phrase or "embodiment" appearing in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment.

[0062] Furthermore, the described features or characteristics may be combined in any other suitable manner into one or more embodiments. In the above description, some specific details, such as thickness, quantity, etc., are provided to provide a comprehensive understanding of the embodiments of the present invention. However, those skilled in the relevant art will appreciate that the present invention may be implemented without one or more of the above specific details or may be implemented using other methods, components, materials, etc.

Claims

1. A shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure, characterized in that: The shoe upper comprises a shoe upper body and a support structure arranged in the shoe upper body. The shoe upper body is woven with a cavity, and the cavity is filled with a soluble substance to form the support structure.

2. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The supporting structure is a hidden supporting structure and / or an exposed supporting structure.

3. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The hidden support structure is a planar structure formed by hot pressing the soluble substance through a mold.

4. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 2, wherein: The exposed support structure is a protruding structure formed by hot pressing the soluble substance into a mold.

5. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The melting point of the soluble substance is less than or equal to the melting point of the upper body.

6. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The soluble substance is one or more of plastic yarn, soluble particles, and soluble powder.

7. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The heights of the protruding structures in different cavities are inconsistent.

8. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The heights of the protruding structures in the same cavity are inconsistent.

9. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The raised structure is raised toward the outer surface and / or inner surface of the upper body.

10. The shoe upper with an integrally formed support structure according to claim 2, wherein: The hidden support structure is arranged at the toe of the upper body.