An upper structure and shoe
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202522305685.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-10-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-11-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-10-30
AI Technical Summary
Existing shoes are prone to developing hollows or gaps at the toe area after being worn, resulting in a poor fit to the instep and causing discomfort.
A reinforcing block is placed between the inner and outer layers of the shoe upper. The softness and elasticity of the reinforcing block increase the fit between the shoe upper and the instep. The edge transition is handled by a thin edge structure to eliminate the feeling of foreign objects and improve comfort.
By increasing the fit between the shoe upper and the instep, wearing comfort is improved, eliminating the feeling of pressure or constriction in certain areas and enhancing the overall wearing experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of clothing, specifically to a shoe upper structure and a shoe. Background Technology
[0002] Existing shoes come in a variety of styles to match clothing and create fashionable looks. They also offer diverse functions, such as hiking boots, athletic shoes, or casual shoes, to meet the needs of different life situations. However, one of the most important factors in determining the comfort of a shoe is whether it fits snugly against the foot.
[0003] However, existing shoes tend to develop hollows or gaps at the toe area after being worn, resulting in the shoe not fitting snugly against the instep. This requires the shoelaces to secure the shoe, creating localized fixation points that can cause pressure or constriction on the foot, leading to discomfort. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a shoe upper structure and a shoe, which aims to improve the problem of existing shoes not fitting the foot properly.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a shoe upper structure, comprising:
[0006] Inner layer of the shoe upper;
[0007] An outer layer of the shoe upper, which is stacked and connected to the inner layer of the shoe upper; and
[0008] A reinforcing block is disposed between the inner layer and the outer layer of the shoe upper, and is located on one edge of the toe of the inner layer or the outer layer of the shoe upper;
[0009] The reinforcing block has a thin-edge structure on the side edge where it connects to the outer or inner layer of the shoe upper.
[0010] As a preferred structure of this utility model, the reinforcing block is a semi-circular structure or a semi-elliptical structure.
[0011] As a preferred structure of this utility model, an adhesive layer is provided between the reinforcing block and the outer layer or the inner layer of the shoe upper.
[0012] As a preferred structure of this utility model, the reinforcing block is disposed on the inner layer of the shoe upper or the outer layer of the shoe upper at a position corresponding to the outer side of the instep, and is disposed at the curved part of the shoe upper.
[0013] As a preferred structure of this utility model, the side of the reinforcing block that connects to the outer layer of the shoe upper is an arc surface structure or a boss structure.
[0014] As a preferred structure of this utility model, the reinforcing block is an elastic block.
[0015] This disclosure also provides an upper structure, including:
[0016] vamp;
[0017] A reinforcing block is disposed on the inner side of the shoe upper opposite to the foot, and located on one edge of the shoe upper corresponding to the toe; a thin edge structure is provided on the side of the reinforcing block that connects to the shoe upper.
[0018] As a preferred structure of this utility model, the reinforcing block is connected to the inner side of the foot with a composite Lycra layer.
[0019] As a preferred structure of this utility model, an adhesive layer is provided between the reinforcing block and the inner side of the shoe upper opposite to the foot.
[0020] This disclosure also provides a shoe, including the upper structure as described above.
[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:
[0022] 1. The present invention designs a reinforcing block within the upper structure of the shoe. By attaching the reinforcing block, the thickness is increased, so that the upper can fit snugly against the instep of the foot, thus improving the comfort of wearing the shoe. Attached Figure Description
[0023] Figure 1 This is a partial exploded view of the shoe upper structure described in this utility model;
[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing that the reinforcing block of the shoe upper structure described in this utility model has an arc surface structure;
[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing that the reinforcing block of the shoe upper structure described in this utility model is a boss structure.
[0026] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the shoe upper structure described in this utility model.
[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0028] 10. Inner layer of the shoe upper;
[0029] 20. Outer layer of the shoe upper;
[0030] 30. Reinforcing block; 301. Thin-edge structure; 302. Adhesive layer; 303. Curved surface structure; 304. Boss structure. Detailed Implementation
[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model.
[0032] Additionally, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer" are all based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are merely for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element of this utility model must have a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0033] When an element is referred to as being "fixed to," "set on," or "contained on" another element, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to," it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other element.
[0034] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0035] Example 1
[0036] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, this embodiment provides a shoe upper structure, including an inner shoe upper layer 10, an outer shoe upper layer 20, and a reinforcing block 30. The outer shoe upper layer 20 and the inner shoe upper layer 10 are stacked and connected. The reinforcing block 30 is disposed between the inner shoe upper layer 10 and the outer shoe upper layer 20, and is located on one edge of the toe of the inner shoe upper layer 10 or the outer shoe upper layer 20. The side edge where the reinforcing block 30 connects to the outer shoe upper layer 20 or the inner shoe upper layer 10 is provided with a chamfered thin edge structure 301.
[0037] The inner layer 10 of the shoe upper disclosed herein can be a composite Lycra fabric, and the reinforcing block 30 can be an elastic block of SBR material, namely neoprene rubber, which is a synthetic rubber foam with a delicate, soft, and elastic feel, and features shock absorption, heat insulation, water impermeability, and air impermeability. Therefore, after being pressed between the inner layer 10 and the outer layer 20 of the shoe upper, it can provide a soft and comfortable fit.
[0038] Specifically, the reinforcing block 30 can be positioned on the outer edge of the instep, filling the area and increasing its thickness. Utilizing the softness and elasticity of the reinforcing block 30, it provides a comfortable fit when conforming to the instep, allowing the shoe upper structure to conform to the instep and improving overall comfort when wearing the shoe.
[0039] Furthermore, the side edge of the reinforcing block 30 that is attached to the outer layer 20 of the shoe upper is treated with a thin edge structure 301. This allows for a smooth transition at the edge of the reinforcing block 30 after it is attached, eliminating the step structure at the edge. This avoids the problem of the reinforcing block 30 causing a foreign body sensation and improves the comfort of the fit to the foot.
[0040] In other embodiments of this disclosure, the reinforcing block 30 can be placed on other parts of the shoe upper structure, or in multiple locations, such as the toe, the outer side of the toe, or the inner side of the toe, to specifically thicken the shoe upper structure and eliminate the problem of the shoe not fitting properly in reality.
[0041] The reinforcing block 30 disclosed herein has a semi-circular or semi-elliptical structure, or it can also be a strip-shaped structure or a semi-circular arc structure. By utilizing the fit of the reinforcing block 30, the instep of the human foot can fit snugly against the shoe upper, improving comfort.
[0042] like Figure 4 As shown, an adhesive layer 302 is provided between the reinforcing block 30 and the outer layer 20 or the inner layer 10 of the shoe upper. The adhesive layer 302 can be bonded with strong adhesive, or it can be bonded by applying an adhesive film and then pressing it with a mold to achieve the purpose of fixing the reinforcing block 30.
[0043] In this disclosure, the reinforcing block 30 is disposed in the inner layer 10 or the outer layer 20 of the shoe upper at a position corresponding to the outer side of the instep, and is disposed in the curved part of the shoe upper. It can fill the curved part, achieve a fit to the instep, and improve the stability and comfort of wearing.
[0044] The side of the reinforcing block 30 that connects to the outer layer 20 of the shoe upper in this disclosure is an arc-shaped structure 303 (see [link]). Figure 2 ) or boss structure 304 (see Figure 3 A thin edge structure 301 can be formed at the edge of the reinforcing block 30 to form a smooth transition fit at the edge, making it less likely to form an edge step structure, eliminating the feeling of foreign objects at the edge after fitting, and improving wearing comfort.
[0045] Example 2
[0046] This disclosure also provides a shoe upper structure, including an upper and a reinforcing block 30. The upper can be a single-layer structure or a double-layer structure including an inner upper layer 10 and an outer upper layer 20. The reinforcing block 30 is disposed on the inner side of the upper opposite to the foot. When the upper is a double-layer structure, the reinforcing block 30 is disposed on the inner side of the inner upper layer 10 opposite to the foot, and located on one edge of the upper corresponding to the toe. A thin edge structure 301 is provided on the side of the reinforcing block 30 connected to the upper. A composite Lycra fabric layer is connected to the inner side of the reinforcing block 30 opposite to the foot.
[0047] The reinforcing block 30 can be positioned on the outer edge of the instep to fill in the area and increase its thickness. Utilizing the softness and elasticity of the reinforcing block 30, it provides a comfortable fit when conforming to the instep, allowing the shoe upper to conform to the instep and improving overall shoe comfort.
[0048] Furthermore, the side edge of the reinforcing block 30 that is attached to the upper is treated with a thin edge structure 301. This allows for a smooth transition at the edge of the reinforcing block 30 after it is attached, eliminating the step structure at the edge. This avoids the problem of the reinforcing block 30 causing a foreign body sensation and improves the comfort of the fit to the foot.
[0049] An adhesive layer 302 is provided between the reinforcing block 30 and the inner side of the shoe upper opposite to the foot. The adhesive layer 302 can be bonded with strong adhesive, or it can be bonded by applying an adhesive film and then pressing it with a mold to achieve the purpose of fixing the reinforcing block 30.
[0050] Example 3
[0051] This embodiment provides a shoe, including the upper structure described in Embodiment 1. The shoe can be a casual shoe, sports shoe, or hiking shoe, etc. A reinforcing block 30 of the upper structure is designed for the forefoot area of the shoe, which can fill and reinforce the curved area of the toe, so that the upper can fit the instep of the human foot to improve the comfort of wearing.
[0052] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A shoe upper structure, characterized in that, include: Inner layer of shoe upper (10); The outer layer (20) of the shoe upper is stacked and connected with the inner layer (10) of the shoe upper; and A reinforcing block (30) is disposed between the inner layer (10) and the outer layer (20) of the upper, and is located on one edge of the toe of the inner layer (10) or the outer layer (20) of the upper; The reinforcing block (30) has a thin edge structure (301) on the side edge where it connects to the outer layer (20) or inner layer (10) of the shoe upper.
2. The shoe upper structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcing block (30) has a semi-circular or semi-elliptical structure.
3. The shoe upper structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: An adhesive layer (302) is provided between the reinforcing block (30) and the outer layer (20) or the inner layer (10) of the shoe upper.
4. The shoe upper structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcing block (30) is disposed on the inner layer (10) or the outer layer (20) of the shoe upper at a position corresponding to the outer side of the instep, and is disposed at the curved part of the shoe upper.
5. The shoe upper structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the reinforcing block (30) that connects to the outer layer (20) of the shoe upper is an arc surface structure (303) or a boss structure (304).
6. The shoe upper structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcing block (30) is an elastic block.
7. A shoe upper structure, characterized in that, include: vamp; A reinforcing block (30) is disposed on the inner side of the shoe upper opposite to the foot and on one edge of the shoe upper corresponding to the toe; a thin edge structure (301) is provided on the side of the reinforcing block (30) connected to the shoe upper.
8. The shoe upper structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The reinforcing block (30) is connected to the inner side of the foot with a composite Lycra layer.
9. The shoe upper structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: An adhesive layer (302) is provided between the reinforcing block (30) and the inner side of the shoe upper opposite to the foot.
10. A shoe, characterized in that, The shoe upper structure includes any one of claims 1 to 9.
