A lighted shoe upper

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of vamp structure, concretely relates to a luminous vamp. The luminous vamp, including conducting element and bottom layer, first insulating layer, conductive ink layer, second insulating layer and patch LED that set gradually from bottom to top, conducting element passes through second insulating layer and both ends are connected with conductive ink layer and patch LED respectively. The luminous vamp has simple structure, wearing comfortable, long service life and the like advantages. The first insulating layer has the effect of isolating conductive ink layer, protecting circuit, reducing the stress of vamp during flexure. The conductive ink layer plays the role of wire, antenna and resistance. The second insulating layer is used for isolating conductive ink layer and patch LED, and facilitates the disassembly, recovery and processing of patch LED.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of shoe upper structure technology, specifically to a luminescent shoe upper. Background Technology

[0002] With societal development, people have begun to combine shoes with electronic devices to create shoes with luminous properties. Conventional luminous shoes mainly use rigid LEDs (light-emitting diodes), ordinary cables, and battery components to form the light-emitting circuit. However, this structure has drawbacks such as high cost, heavy weight, susceptibility to compression, wire breakage, discomfort, and short lifespan, hindering its widespread adoption. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a luminous shoe upper that is comfortable to wear and has a long service life.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: a light-emitting shoe upper, including a conductive element and a bottom layer, a first insulating layer, a conductive ink layer, a second insulating layer and a chip LED arranged sequentially from bottom to top, wherein the conductive element passes through the second insulating layer and its two ends are respectively connected to the conductive ink layer and the chip LED.

[0005] Furthermore, a third insulating layer is provided on the LED bead.

[0006] Furthermore, the third insulating layer covers the first insulating layer, the conductive ink layer, the second insulating layer, and the surface-mount LED.

[0007] Furthermore, the thickness of the third insulating layer is 0.2~0.4mm.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes a driver and a power module, with the conductive ink layer connected sequentially to the driver and the power module.

[0009] Furthermore, the thickness of the first insulating layer is 0.1~0.3mm.

[0010] Furthermore, the thickness of the conductive ink layer is 0.05~0.15mm.

[0011] Furthermore, the thickness of the second insulating layer is 0.08~0.2mm.

[0012] Furthermore, the conductive element includes at least one of conductive post, conductive pin, and copper metal in the hole wall.

[0013] Furthermore, the surface-mount LED is a surface-mount LED lamp bead.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The luminescent shoe upper of this utility model, by sequentially setting a bottom layer, a first insulating layer, a conductive ink layer, a second insulating layer, and a surface-mount LED from bottom to top, achieves advantages such as simple structure, comfortable wear, and long service life. The first insulating layer isolates the conductive ink layer, protects the circuit, and reduces stress on the shoe upper during flexing. The conductive ink layer acts as a conductor, antenna, and resistor. The second insulating layer isolates the conductive ink layer and the surface-mount LED, and facilitates the disassembly, recycling, and disposal of the surface-mount LED. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the luminescent shoe upper according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a luminescent shoe upper according to another embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a luminescent shoe upper according to another embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the surface mount LED bead of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the conductive ink layer of this utility model; Label Explanation: 1. Bottom layer; 2. First insulating layer; 3. Conductive ink layer; 4. Second insulating layer; 5. SMD LED beads; 6. Third insulating layer; 7. Conductive components; 8. LED driver; 9. Power module; 10. Conductive adhesive. Detailed Implementation

[0016] To explain in detail the technical content, objectives, and effects of this utility model, the following description is provided in conjunction with the embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0017] Please refer to Figure 1 and 5 A light-emitting shoe upper includes a conductive element and, from bottom to top, a bottom layer, a first insulating layer, a conductive ink layer, a second insulating layer, and a surface-mount LED. The conductive element passes through the second insulating layer and its two ends are respectively connected to the conductive ink layer and the surface-mount LED.

[0018] As described above, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The working principle of the circuit board is to use the insulating material of the board base to isolate the conductive layer of the surface copper foil, so that the current flows along the pre-designed single copper-clad laminate traces in various components to complete functions such as doing work, amplification, attenuation, modulation, demodulation, and encoding. The components are close to the circuit board to reduce the size and are soldered to the other side of the board, with pads on the back for conducting electricity. A single-sided board is a basic circuit board where components are concentrated on one side and wires are concentrated on the other side. This utility model, referring to the single-sided board single copper-clad laminate traces, sequentially sets a bottom layer, a first insulating layer, a conductive ink layer, a second insulating layer, and a surface-mount LED from bottom to top.

[0019] The first insulating layer isolates the conductive ink layer and forms the base layer of the entire circuit. It allows the conductive ink layer to be connected without adhesive, enabling the upper current to flow along a pre-designed path. The first insulating layer also serves as a protective cover, isolating the circuit from dust and moisture and reducing stress on the shoe upper during flexing. The conductive ink is a conductive composite material formed by dispersing conductive metal particles in a binder. After being printed onto the substrate, it functions as a conductor, antenna, and resistor. This invention extends the conductive ink during printing, creating a conductive ink layer with good flexibility, as well as a hard, smooth, and dynamically flexible characteristic, thus fulfilling the functions of a conductor, antenna, and resistor, enriching the diversity of printing on shoe uppers. The second insulating layer isolates the conductive ink layer from the surface-mount LEDs and facilitates the removal, recycling, and disposal of the surface-mount LEDs.

[0020] The luminescent shoe upper of this invention is resistant to bending and conducts electricity with conductive ink, making it less prone to breakage when bent. It has the advantages of simple structure, comfortable wear, and long service life. The structure does not require the use of hot melt adhesive film for connection and is more suitable for a variety of fabrics.

[0021] Please refer to Figure 2 Furthermore, a third insulating layer is provided on the surface-mount LED.

[0022] Furthermore, the third insulating layer covers the first insulating layer, the conductive ink layer, the second insulating layer, and the surface-mount LED.

[0023] As described above, the third insulating layer covers the first insulating layer, the conductive ink layer, the second insulating layer, and the surface-mount LED, and is connected to the bottom layer. The third insulating layer and the bottom layer completely seal the first insulating layer, the conductive ink layer, the second insulating layer, and the surface-mount LED, completely isolating them from the external environment. They can be worn normally even in the presence of water, thus improving safety.

[0024] Furthermore, the thickness of the third insulating layer is 0.2~0.4mm. The third insulating layer can be made of silicone or polyurethane.

[0025] As described above, the third insulation layer affects the flexural strength of the shoe upper, wearing comfort, and the sealing and protection of the internal structure. The thicker the third insulation layer, the worse the flexural strength and comfort, but the better the sealing and protection; the thinner the layer, the better.

[0026] The third insulation layer needs to have good sealing, waterproofing, and flexibility to achieve complete coverage and protection of the internal structure. Furthermore, it also includes a driver and a power module, with the conductive ink layer connected to the driver and the power module in sequence.

[0027] Furthermore, the conductive ink layer is sequentially connected to the driver and power module via wires.

[0028] As described above, a driver is a power regulation electronic device that drives LEDs to emit light or enables LED module components to operate normally. The positive and negative leads of the power module are connected to the positive and negative leads of the driver to convert the power supply into a specific voltage and current. The power module provides basic power, which is adjusted by the driver to adapt to the voltage / current of the surface-mount LED, and then transmitted to the surface-mount LED through the conductive ink layer to drive it to emit light.

[0029] Please refer to Figure 3 Furthermore, conductive adhesive is applied to the wires.

[0030] As can be seen from the above description, the wire is coated with conductive adhesive, which can enhance the conductivity between the wire and the conductive ink layer and the driver, while also cushioning the stress on the wire when the shoe upper is bent, ensuring connection stability and avoiding poor contact due to bending.

[0031] Furthermore, the thickness of the first insulating layer is 0.1~0.3mm.

[0032] As described above, the thickness of the first insulating layer affects the traction resistance of the shoe upper and its isolation level from the conductive ink layer. A thicker layer results in weaker traction resistance but better isolation; conversely, a thinner layer provides the opposite.

[0033] Furthermore, the first insulating layer is made of ordinary ink, that is, any ink that can be purchased on the market.

[0034] As described above, the advantages of using ordinary inks lie in their ability to effectively isolate the conductive ink layer, connect to the upper layer without adhesive, and possess a certain degree of flexibility, reducing the flexural stress of the shoe upper. They are also low-cost and readily available. The first insulating layer can be made of any commercially available insulating material, such as PI film or silicone film. As long as the following requirements are met: it has insulation, flexibility to adapt to the flexing requirements of the shoe upper, can be stably bonded to the bottom layer and conductive ink layer, and can achieve isolation and protection functions.

[0035] Furthermore, the thickness of the conductive ink layer is 0.05~0.15mm.

[0036] As described above, the thickness of the conductive ink layer affects the dynamic flexural properties and conductivity of the shoe upper. A thicker layer results in weaker dynamic flexural properties and more efficient conductivity; conversely, a thinner layer has the opposite effect.

[0037] Furthermore, the thickness of the second insulating layer is 0.08~0.2mm. The second insulating layer can be a PI (polyimide) insulating film or a PET (polyethylene terephthalate) insulating film.

[0038] As described above, the second insulating layer affects the flexibility of the shoe upper, the ease of removing the LED patch, and the isolation between the conductive ink layer and the LED patch. A thicker layer makes removal more difficult, reduces flexibility, and improves isolation performance; conversely, a thinner layer has the opposite effect.

[0039] The second insulating layer must meet the requirements of insulation, flexibility, and ease of removal of surface-mount LEDs.

[0040] Furthermore, the conductive element includes at least one of conductive post, conductive pin, and copper metal in the hole wall.

[0041] Please refer to Figure 4 Furthermore, surface-mount LEDs are surface-mount LED chips.

[0042] Furthermore, the driver is an LED driver.

[0043] As can be seen from the above description, since the light-emitting component uses LED beads, its adaptable range of power supply voltage and current variation is very narrow due to the conduction characteristics of its LED PN junction. Current power frequency power supplies and common battery power supplies are not suitable for directly supplying LEDs. LED drivers can drive LEDs to work under optimal voltage or current conditions.

[0044] Please refer to Figure 1 , 4 5. Embodiment 1 of this utility model is as follows: A luminous shoe upper includes a conductive element 7 and, from bottom to top, a bottom layer 1, a first insulating layer 2, a conductive ink layer 3, a second insulating layer 4, and a surface-mount LED bead 5. The conductive element 7 passes through the second insulating layer 4 and its two ends are respectively connected to the conductive ink layer 3 and the surface-mount LED bead 5. The first insulating layer 2 is made of ordinary ink and has a thickness of 0.2 mm; the conductive ink layer 3 has a thickness of 0.1 mm; the second insulating layer 4 is a PI insulating film with a thickness of 0.1 mm; and the conductive element 7 is a conductive post.

[0045] Please refer to Figure 2 , 45. Embodiment 2 of this utility model is as follows: A luminous shoe upper includes a conductive element 7 and, from bottom to top, a bottom layer 1, a first insulating layer 2, a conductive ink layer 3, a second insulating layer 4, a surface-mount LED bead 5, and a third insulating layer 6. The conductive element 7 passes through the second insulating layer 4 and its two ends are respectively connected to the conductive ink layer 3 and the surface-mount LED bead 5. The third insulating layer 6 covers the first insulating layer 2, the conductive ink layer 3, the second insulating layer 4, and the surface-mount LED. The first insulating layer 2 is made of ordinary ink and has a thickness of 0.1 mm; the conductive ink layer 3 has a thickness of 0.05 mm; the second insulating layer 4 is a PET insulating film with a thickness of 0.08 mm, and the conductive element 7 is a conductive pin; the third insulating layer 6 is made of silicone and has a thickness of 0.2 mm.

[0046] Please refer to Figure 3 , 4 5. Embodiment 3 of this utility model is as follows: A luminous shoe upper includes a conductive element 7, an LED driver 8, a power module 9, and, from bottom to top, a bottom layer 1, a first insulating layer 2, a conductive ink layer 3, a second insulating layer 4, a surface-mount LED bead 5, and a third insulating layer 6. The conductive element 7 passes through the second insulating layer 4 and its two ends are respectively connected to the conductive ink layer 3 and the surface-mount LED bead 5. The third insulating layer 6 covers the first insulating layer 2, the conductive ink layer 3, the second insulating layer 4, and the surface-mount LED. The conductive ink layer 3 is connected to the driver and the power module 9 in sequence via wires, and conductive adhesive 10 is provided on the wires. The first insulating layer 2 is made of ordinary ink and has a thickness of 0.3 mm; the conductive ink layer 3 has a thickness of 0.15 mm; the second insulating layer 4 is a PET insulating film with a thickness of 0.2 mm; the conductive element 7 is a conductive pin; the third insulating layer 6 is made of polyurethane and has a thickness of 0.4 mm.

[0047] Application scenario: The luminescent shoe uppers of Examples 1 to 3 are used to prepare the shoe uppers of luminescent shoes.

[0048] The weight per unit area of ​​luminous shoe uppers on the market is typically 150~250g / m². 2 The weight per unit area of ​​the luminescent shoe uppers in Examples 1-3 can be controlled at 80-120 g / m². The effective lifespan of conventional luminescent shoe uppers on the market is mostly 3-8 months. Through the design of a flexible conductive structure, the effective lifespan of the luminescent shoe uppers in Examples 1-3 can be extended to 12-24 months.

[0049] In summary, the luminous shoe upper provided by this utility model has the following advantages: 1. This utility model consists of a bottom layer, a first insulating layer, a conductive ink layer, a second insulating layer, and a surface-mount LED, arranged from bottom to top, to form a single-sided copper-clad laminate circuit. It has a simple structure, is lightweight, and has excellent flexibility.

[0050] 2. No adhesive is required for bonding, making it suitable for a variety of fabrics.

[0051] 3. A third insulating layer is installed to completely seal the entire circuit, providing a waterproof effect.

[0052] 4. This utility model uses conductive ink to replace metal cables and rigid PCBs, and the ink layer is extremely thin, which greatly reduces weight; the insulating layer uses a flexible film, which is lighter and thinner than the traditional rigid protective layer; the LED beads are directly integrated into the flexible layer, eliminating the redundant structure of modular packaging, which can further reduce the weight per unit area.

[0053] 5. The conductive ink layer and insulating layer of this utility model are both made of flexible materials, which can adapt to the bending deformation of the shoe upper and the circuit is not easy to break; the LED lamp beads are connected to the conductive layer through "conductive element + conductive glue", which buffers the bending stress and avoids loosening of the connection; the third insulating layer is well sealed, which reduces the corrosion of the circuit by water, dust and other factors, reduces the risk of short circuit, and can improve the service life of the product.

[0054] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent modifications made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A luminescent shoe upper, characterized in that, It includes a conductive element and, from bottom to top, a bottom layer, a first insulating layer, a conductive ink layer, a second insulating layer, and a surface-mount LED. The conductive element passes through the second insulating layer and its two ends are respectively connected to the conductive ink layer and the surface-mount LED.

2. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 1, characterized in that, A third insulating layer is provided on the surface-mount LED.

3. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 2, characterized in that, The third insulating layer covers the first insulating layer, the conductive ink layer, the second insulating layer, and the surface-mount LED.

4. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 2, characterized in that, The thickness of the third insulating layer is 0.2~0.4mm.

5. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a driver and a power module, with the conductive ink layer connected sequentially to the driver and the power module.

6. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thickness of the first insulating layer is 0.1~0.3mm.

7. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thickness of the conductive ink layer is 0.05~0.15mm.

8. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thickness of the second insulating layer is 0.08~0.2mm.

9. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conductive element includes at least one of conductive post, conductive pin, and copper metal in the hole wall.

10. The luminescent shoe upper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface-mount LED is a surface-mount LED lamp bead.

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