Inflatable air bag vamp with independently controlled branches

By incorporating independent air bladders on the upper and midsole surfaces, along with conduits and control switches, the design solves the problem of existing inflatable footwear designs being unable to be independently controlled. This enables personalized support and cushioning for different parts of the footwear, improving both comfort and functionality.

CN223585329UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-25CORE BALL FUTURE (FUJIAN) TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423268100.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-30
Publication Date
2025-11-25
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-30

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Technical Problem

Existing inflatable footwear designs cannot independently control different parts of the body, failing to meet the needs of different usage environments and individuals, resulting in insufficient comfort and functionality.

Method used

Design a shoe upper with independently controlled inflatable airbags. By setting independent inflatable airbags on the upper and midsole surfaces and connecting them to an air pump through conduits, each airbag has an independent control switch, enabling independent inflation and deflation of different parts.

Benefits of technology

It provides personalized support and cushioning for different parts of the body, can flexibly adapt to different usage environments, improves comfort and functionality, is easy to operate, has a reasonable structure, fully covers the feet, and provides the best wearing experience.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a branch independently controlled inflatable airbag vamp, which belongs to the technical field of shoes and clothes and comprises a vamp and a midsole, at least one inflatable airbag is arranged on the surface of each of the vamp and the midsole, and the inflatable airbags arranged on the vamp and the midsole are connected to an inflator pump through guide pipes. Independent control switches are arranged on the inflatable airbags which are connected with the vamp and the insole.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of shoes and clothes, specifically, a kind of shank independent control's inflatable air bag vamp. BACKGROUND

[0002] With the development of science and technology and the diversification of consumer demand, the design of sports shoes and casual shoes pays more and more attention to comfort, functionality and personalization. Traditional sports shoes and casual shoes usually use fixed materials and structures, which are difficult to adapt to different use environments and individual needs. For example, when walking or running for a long time, the pressure distribution of the foot changes constantly, and the fixed insole and vamp design often cannot provide the best support and cushioning effect.

[0003] In recent years, the application of inflatable technology in footwear design has gradually increased. Inflatable air bags can change the softness and support of shoes by adjusting the internal gas pressure, thereby improving the comfort of the wearer. However, existing inflatable footwear designs have some limitations.

[0004] In existing inflatable footwear designs, air bags are usually concentrated in one or a few areas, such as the sole or insole, and these air bags are usually inflated and deflated through a unified conduit and control device. Although this design can provide some cushioning and support, it cannot independently adjust different parts of the foot. For example, the pressure distribution of the heel and forefoot is different when running, and the existing design cannot simultaneously optimize the comfort of these two parts.

[0005] In addition, different use environments have different requirements for shoes, such as the need for shoe covers to include the foot when running, and the need for shoe soles to support the foot when climbing, especially when descending. However, existing inflatable footwear designs often cannot flexibly respond to these changes, resulting in poor wearing experience in certain situations. In order to improve the comfort and functionality of shoes, a design that can independently control air bags in different parts is needed. SUMMARY

[0006] To solve the technical problems that the existing technology cannot independently control air bags in different parts and cannot meet the different requirements of different use environments for shoes, the utility model provides a shank independent control's inflatable air bag vamp.

[0007] The utility model discloses a shank independent control's inflatable air bag vamp

[0008] A shank independent control's inflatable air bag vamp, comprising a vamp and a midsole, at least one inflatable air bag is arranged on the surface of the vamp and the midsole, the inflatable air bags arranged on the vamp and the midsole are connected to the inflation pump through a conduit, and the inflatable air bags connected to the vamp and the midsole are provided with independent control switches.

[0009] Preferably, the conduits connecting the air bags on the upper and the midsole respectively are merged into one conduit midway to the air pump.

[0010] Preferably, the conduits connecting the air bags on the upper and the midsole respectively are connected to the air pump independently.

[0011] Preferably, the control switches are arranged at the end of the conduits close to the air bags respectively.

[0012] Preferably, the control switches are arranged on the conduits respectively or on the air pump simultaneously.

[0013] Preferably, the air bags connected by conduits are also arranged on the inner side of the back upper, and the conduits connecting the air bags are provided with independent control switches.

[0014] Preferably, two independent air bags are arranged on the midsole, at the forefoot position and the arch position respectively, and the two independent air bags are connected with conduits and control switches to the air pump.

[0015] Preferably, the air bag arranged on the midsole extends from the front end of the heel position to the entire forefoot position and the toe position along the arch.

[0016] The utility model discloses a kind of shunt independent control air bag uppers, with the following remarkable beneficial effects:

[0017] 1, independently adjust the air bag of different parts: the utility model is provided with air bag on the surface of upper and midsole, and each air bag has independent conduit and control switch.This design makes that user can be independently inflated and deflated to the different parts of upper and midsole according to different use environment and individual demand.For example, when running, the air pressure of midsole forefoot and arch position can be increased, to provide better buffering and supporting effect;When wearing in office, air pressure can be appropriately reduced, to improve comfort.

[0018] 2, improve comfort and functionality: by independently controlling each air bag, the utility model can provide personalized support and buffering to different parts of foot.For example, the pressure distribution of heel and forefoot is different when running, and independently controlled air bag can simultaneously optimize the comfort of the two parts.In addition, when climbing, especially when going down, the air pressure of midsole can be increased, to provide stronger support and reduce foot fatigue.

[0019] 3. Flexible to different use environments: The air-filled bladder design of the present utility model not only limits the midsole, but also sets air-filled bladders in the instep and the inner side of the heel. These bladders can be independently adjusted according to different use scenarios, for example, the instep can increase the wrapping of the foot during running, improving stability; the air pressure of the heel can be increased during mountain climbing, providing better support and protection.

[0020] 4. Easy to operate: The air-filled bladder of the present utility model is connected to the air pump through the conduit, and a control switch is arranged on each conduit. Users can easily inflate and deflate each bladder through the control switch without the need for complex tools or equipment. This simple operation improves the user experience.

[0021] 5. Reasonable structure: The conduit design of the present utility model can choose to merge into one conduit in the middle of the connection to the air pump, or independently connect to the air pump. This flexible conduit design not only reduces the occupied space, but also improves the reliability and stability of the system.

[0022] 6. Comprehensive coverage of the foot: The air-filled bladder on the midsole extends from the front end of the heel position to the entire sole and toe position along the arch. This design can comprehensively cover different parts of the foot, providing all-around support and cushioning. Users can independently adjust the bladders in different parts according to their needs to achieve the best wearing experience.

[0023] 7. Personalized customization: By independently controlling each bladder, users can customize according to their own foot shape and usage habits. For example, people with high arches can increase the air pressure at the arch position to provide better support; people with wide soles can increase the air pressure at the front sole position to improve comfort.

[0024] In summary, the present utility model provides an efficient, comfortable, flexible and functional air-filled bladder instep design that can meet different use environments and individual needs, significantly improving the comfort and functionality of the shoe. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0025] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model or the prior art, a brief introduction to the drawings needed in the embodiment or prior art description will be given below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only one or several embodiments of the present utility model, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings according to such drawings without creating any creative labor.

[0026] Figure 1 A Y-shaped conduit structure diagram of the air-filled bladder instep of the present utility model with separate control of each branch;

[0027] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a split independent control inflatable air bag vamp independent conduit structure of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a split independent control inflatable air bag vamp control switch setting in the utility model of the inflatable pump structure;

[0029] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a split independent control inflatable air bag vamp midsole air bag separate setting structure of the utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a split independent control inflatable air bag vamp heel setting inflatable air bag structure front view and heel inflatable air bag local structure schematic diagram of the utility model.

[0031] Main figure mark explanation:

[0032] 1, vamp; 2, midsole; 3, inflatable air bag; 4, conduit; 5, inflatable pump; 6, control switch; 7, heel. Specific implementation

[0033] The implementation of the utility model will be described in detail below in combination with the drawings and examples, by which the realization process of how to apply technical means to solve technical problems and achieve technical effects of the utility model can be fully understood and implemented. It should be noted that, as long as there is no conflict, each embodiment in the utility model and each feature in each embodiment can be combined with each other, and the technical scheme formed is within the protection scope of the utility model.

[0034] Meanwhile, in the following description, many specific details are set forth for the purpose of providing a thorough understanding of the embodiments of the utility model. However, it is apparent to those skilled in the art that the utility model can be implemented without the specific details or in a manner different from the specific way described.

[0035] [According to a split independent control inflatable air bag 3 vamp 1 of the utility model]

[0036] A kind of shunt independent control air bag 3 vamp 1, it includes the air bag 3 being arranged in the instep position of the surface of vamp 1 and the air bag 3 being arranged in the arch position of midsole 2, wherein the air bag 3 arranged in the instep position of the surface of vamp 1 is to improve the wrapping of footwear to foot after inflation, and the air bag 3 arranged in the arch position of midsole 2 is to improve the support of footwear to arch after inflation.Two air bags 3 are respectively independently connected with conduit 4, conduit 4 is used to connect inflation pump 5, let gas flow into or flow out of air bag 3 from inflation pump 5, and two air bags 3 are respectively provided with independent control switch 6 for controlling whether to inflate or exhaust corresponding air bag 3.

[0037] Conduit 4 can be a conduit 4 with shunt, wherein a single end is connected with inflation pump 5, and the other two ends are respectively connected with two air bags 3, wherein the shunt method can be directly using Y-type conduit 4, or a multi-connection device can be erected in the middle position to connect multiple conduits 4.Independent control switch 6 is arranged on the section of conduit 4 close to air bag 3 when using this conduit 4 with multiple paths combined into one path.

[0038] Inflation pump 5 can also have multiple gas outlet ports, each port is respectively and independently connected with conduit 4 and connected to corresponding air bag 3, and control switch 6 in this scheme can be arranged on each port of gas outlet pump, or can be independently arranged on each conduit 4.

[0039] In order to provide better wrapping, air bag 3 can also be arranged in the inner side of heel counter 7, which is connected to inflation pump 5 through independent conduit 4, and the shunt connection method of conduit 4 also adopts the above two ways to connect inflation pump 5 and arrange control switch 6.

[0040] Traditional arch air bag 3 is often arranged according to the arch area, but the support of this air bag 3 to arch is not good, especially the edge area of arch often cannot be supported by air bag 3, and in many sports processes, toes often cannot be in complete force contact, such as downhill stage of mountaineering, due to the structure of foot, toes often cannot be in complete force contact with the ground, so that the whole foot is in a front top state during the downhill stage, and the comfort of toe area is very low, in order to better improve the support and comfort of foot bottom, the air bag 3 arranged in the arch position of midsole 2 extends from the front end position of heel to the whole sole and toe area.The air bag 3 arranged in this way can be a whole air bag 3, or two air bags 3 for independent toe area.When using two independent air bags 3, two air bags 3 are connected to inflation pump 5 using independent conduit 4 and control switch 6. Embodiment

[0041] With reference to Figures 1-4 A shank 1 with two independent air bags 3, comprising a shank 1 and a midsole 2, the surface of the shank 1 is provided with an air bag 3 in the instep area, and the midsole 2 in the arch area is also provided with an air bag 3, the air bag 3 in the arch area spreads from the front end of the heel to the mid-front area of the whole foot including the forefoot and the toes, the two air bags 3 are connected to an air pump 5 through a Y-shaped conduit 4, the independent end of the Y-shaped conduit 4 is connected to the air pump 5, the two branched ends are respectively and independently connected to the two air bags 3, and the two branched conduits 4 are both provided with a control switch 6, which independently controls whether the air bags 3 perform the inflation operation. Embodiment

[0042] With reference to Figure 5 On the basis of Embodiment 1, the two air bags 3 are connected to two air outlets of the air pump 5 through two independent conduits 4, and the two conduits 4 are both provided with a control switch 6, which independently controls whether the air bags 3 perform the inflation operation. Embodiment

[0043] On the basis of Embodiment 2, the two control switches 6 are arranged at the air outlet end of the air pump 5. Embodiment

[0044] On the basis of the foregoing embodiments, the air bag 3 arranged on the midsole 2 is composed of two independent air bags 3 in the arch area and the forefoot and toe area, the two air bags 3 are respectively connected to the air pump 5 through independent conduits 4, and the two air bags 3 are also provided with independent control switches 6 for controlling whether to perform the inflation operation. Embodiment

[0045] On the basis of the foregoing embodiments, the air bag 3 connected to the air pump 5 through the conduit 4 is also arranged in the inner side of the back shank 7, and the air bag 3 is also provided with an independent control switch 6 on the conduit 4 or the air pump 5 for controlling whether to perform the inflation operation.

[0046] The above description of the utility model and its embodiments is illustrative, and is not restrictive, and the embodiments shown in the drawings are only one of the embodiments of the utility model, and the actual structure is not limited thereto. Therefore, if a person skilled in the art is inspired thereby, without departing from the creative purpose of the utility model, similar structural modes and embodiments can be designed without creativity, which should all belong to the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A shunt-independent control airbag upper, characterized by: The invention relates to a shoe comprising a shoe upper and a midsole, at least one air bag is arranged on the surface of the shoe upper and the midsole, the air bags arranged on the shoe upper and the midsole are connected to an air pump through a pipe, and a control switch is arranged on the pipe connecting the air bags.

2. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper according to claim 1, wherein: The pipes connecting the air bags arranged on the shoe upper and the midsole are combined into one pipe in the middle of the pipe connecting to the air pump.

3. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper of claim 1, wherein: The pipes connecting the air bags arranged on the shoe upper and the midsole are connected to the air pump respectively.

4. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper of claim 2, wherein: The control switches are arranged on the end of the pipes close to the air bags respectively.

5. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper of claim 3, wherein: The control switches are arranged on the pipes respectively or on the air pump simultaneously.

6. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: The air bags arranged on the inner side of the back of the shoe are connected through a pipe, and a control switch is arranged on the pipe connecting the air bags.

7. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper according to claim 6, wherein: Two independent air bags are arranged on the midsole, one is arranged on the forefoot position and the other is arranged on the arch position, and the two independent air bags are connected to the air pump through a pipe and a control switch.

8. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: Two independent air bags are arranged on the midsole, one is arranged on the forefoot position and the other is arranged on the arch position, and the two independent air bags are connected to the air pump through a pipe and a control switch.

9. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper of claim 6, wherein: The air bag arranged on the midsole extends from the front end of the heel position along the arch to the whole forefoot position and the toe position.

10. The shunt-independent controlled pneumatic bladder upper according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: The air bag arranged on the midsole extends from the front end of the heel position along the arch to the whole forefoot position and the toe position.