Climate control system for shoe and related shoe sole

Abstract

To provide a climate control system for a shoe with improved air permeability and heat dissipation, and a related shoe sole.SOLUTION: A climate control system for a shoe includes a pumping assembly 1111, a discharge end assembly 1112, and a suction end assembly 1113. The pumping assembly is formed of a one piece construction and includes a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures. The plurality of support structures are disposed in the chamber formed between the first layer structure 1111A and the second layer structure 1111B and are integrally connected between the first layer structure and the second layer structure. When the pumping assembly is forcibly and elastically compressed, the air in the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly, and flows out from the discharge end assembly to the inside of the shoe through the plurality of vent openings 1112A. When the pumping assembly is released to resiliently return, ambient air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to shoe accessories, and more particularly to climate control systems for shoes and associated soles. [Background technology]

[0002] Shoe soles are an important component that form the bottom of shoes for shock absorption. However, some conventional shoe soles have poor breathability and poor heat dissipation, causing discomfort. Therefore, improvements are urgently needed.

[0003] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to provide a climate control system for shoes and an associated sole to solve the aforementioned problems. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention discloses a climate control system for a shoe, which comprises a pumping assembly disposed between an outer sole portion and an inner sole portion of a shoe sole, the pumping assembly being formed as a one-piece structure and including a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures, the peripheral portions of the first layer structure and the second layer structure being integrally connected to each other to form a chamber between the first layer structure and the second layer structure, and the plurality of support structures being disposed within the chamber and integrally connected between the first layer structure and the second layer structure; a discharge end assembly disposed between the pumping assembly and the pumping section, the discharge end assembly including a plurality of vent openings; and a suction end assembly in communication with the pumping assembly; when the pumping assembly is forcibly resiliently compressed, air within the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly and then exits the discharge end assembly through the plurality of vent openings; and when the pumping assembly is released to resiliently recover, ambient air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passageway in communication with the plurality of vent openings.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, the discharge end air passage and the plurality of vent openings are formed in the discharge end airbag, and the check valve is disposed between the discharge end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow air in the pumping assembly to flow in only one direction toward the discharge end assembly.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passageway communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag, and the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

[0009] According to an embodiment of the present invention, there is further provided a three-way fitting in communication between the check valve, the check valve, and the pumping assembly.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passageway communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

[0011] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag, and the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

[0012] According to an embodiment of the present invention, each of the plurality of support structures is an X-shaped support structure.

[0013] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention further discloses a shoe sole, the sole comprising: an outer sole portion; an inner sole portion; and a climate control system; the climate control system is disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion and is formed as a one-piece structure, and the pumping assembly includes a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures, the peripheral portions of the first layer structure and the second layer structure being integrally connected to each other to form a chamber between the first layer structure and the second layer structure, and the plurality of support structures are disposed within the chamber and integrally connected between the first layer structure and the second layer structure; The shoe includes a discharge end assembly disposed between the sole portion and the inner sole portion and communicating with the pumping assembly, the discharge end assembly including a plurality of vent openings; and a suction end assembly communicating with the pumping assembly; when the pumping assembly is forcibly elastically compressed, air within the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly and then flows out of the discharge end assembly through the plurality of vent openings; and when the pumping assembly is released to elastically recover, ambient air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passageway in communication with the plurality of vent openings.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, the discharge end air passage and the plurality of vent openings are formed in the discharge end airbag, and the check valve is disposed between the discharge end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow air in the pumping assembly to flow in only one direction toward the discharge end assembly.

[0016] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passageway communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag, and the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the climate control system further includes a three-way fitting in communication between the check valve, the check valve, and the pumping assembly.

[0019] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passageway communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag, and the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

[0021] According to an embodiment of the present invention, each of the plurality of support structures is an X-shaped support structure.

[0022] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of air communication holes are formed in the inner sole portion and are arranged at positions corresponding to the plurality of ventilation openings.

[0023] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a protruding structure is formed on the inner sole portion and is located at a position corresponding to the pumping assembly.

[0024] In summary, in the present invention, when the pumping assembly is forced to resiliently compress, air within the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly and out of the discharge end assembly through the multiple vent openings. When the pumping assembly is released to resiliently recover, ambient air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly. Thus, the present invention can provide improved heat and moisture dissipation capabilities to prevent discomfort due to heat and / or sweating.

[0025] These and other objects of the present invention will no doubt become obvious to those skilled in the art after reading the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment that is illustrated in the various figures and drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0026] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram of a shoe according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] 1 is a diagram of a shoe sole according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] 1A-1C are exploded views of a shoe sole in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention in different views. [Figure 4] 1A-1C are exploded views of a shoe sole in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention in different views. [Figure 5] 1 is a cross-sectional view of a shoe sole according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 1 is a top view of a shoe sole according to an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0027] In the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and in which is shown, by way of illustration, specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. In this regard, directional terms such as "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "front," and "rear" are used with reference to the orientation of the figures being described. Components of the present invention may be oriented in many different directions. As such, directional terminology is used for purposes of explanation and is in no way limiting. Accordingly, the drawings and descriptions are to be regarded as illustrative in nature and not restrictive. Furthermore, unless specified, the term "connect" is intended to mean either an indirect or direct electrical / mechanical connection. Thus, when a first device is coupled to a second device, the connection may be via a direct electrical / mechanical connection or via an indirect electrical / mechanical connection via connections to other devices.

[0028] Reference is now made to Figures 1 to 6. Figure 1 is a diagram of a shoe 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a diagram of a sole 11 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figures 3 and 4 are exploded views of the sole 11 according to an embodiment of the present invention in different views. Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view of the sole 11 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 is a top view of the sole 11 according to an embodiment of the present invention. As shown in Figure 1, the shoe 1 includes a sole 11 and an upper assembly 12. The sole 11 may be attached to the bottom of the upper assembly 12, and the sole 11 and the upper assembly 12 may cooperatively define an interior space of the shoe 1 that accommodates the foot. The upper assembly 12 is for covering the foot. The sole 11 is for supporting the foot. Furthermore, as shown in Figures 1 to 6, the sole 11 includes a climate control system 111, an outer sole portion 112, and an inner sole portion 113. The climate control system 111 includes a pumping assembly 1111 (intake and exhaust assembly 1111), a discharge end assembly 1112, and a suction end assembly 1113. The pumping assembly 1111 and the discharge end assembly 1112 are disposed between the outer sole 112 and the inner sole 113 and are in communication with each other. The suction end assembly 1113 is in communication with the pumping assembly 1111 and is partially exposed on the outer surface of the shoe 1. The pumping assembly 1111 is configured to be elastically compressible. When the pumping assembly 1111 is forcibly elastically compressed, the air inside the pumping assembly 1111 is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly 1112 and flows out from the discharge end assembly 1112 into the interior space of the shoe 1. When the pumping assembly 1111 is released to elastically recover, the negative pressure within the pumping assembly 1111 drives ambient air to flow through the suction end assembly 1113 toward the pumping assembly 1111. During the repeated elastic deformation and recovery of the pumping assembly 1111, the present invention can continue to introduce ambient air into the interior space of the shoe 1, controlling the climate surrounding the foot within the shoe 1.

[0029] Preferably, as shown in FIG. 3, in this embodiment, recesses 1121 may be formed in the outer sole portion 112 to at least partially receive the pumping assembly 1111, the discharge end assembly 1112, and the suction end assembly 1113 so as to position the pumping assembly 1111, the discharge end assembly 1112, and the suction end assembly 1113.

[0030] As shown in FIGS. 3-5, the pumping assembly 1111 may be formed as a one-piece structure and made of a plastic material to achieve cost-effective, structurally, and functionally sustainable pumping assembly 1111 characteristics for repeated cycles of elastic deformation and recovery. The pumping assembly 1111 includes a first layer structure 1111A, a second layer structure 1111B, and a plurality of support structures 1111C. Peripheral portions of the first layer structure 1111A and the second layer structure 1111B are integrally connected to each other to form a chamber between the first layer structure 1111A and the second layer structure 1111B. The plurality of support structures 1111C are located within the chamber and integrally connected between the first layer structure 1111A and the second layer structure 1111B. Preferably, in this embodiment, each of the plurality of support structures 1111C is an X-shaped support structure, as shown in FIG. 5.

[0031] 2, 3 and 5, the protruding structure 1131 is formed on the inner sole 113 and disposed at a position corresponding to the pumping assembly 1111 in order to effectively transmit an external force, such as a stepping force applied by a foot, to the pumping assembly 1111, thereby facilitating elastic deformation of the pumping assembly 1111. Preferably, the protruding structure 1131 may be formed on an upper side 1132 of the inner sole 113 away from the pumping assembly 1111.

[0032] As shown in FIGS. 3 to 6 , the discharge end assembly 1112 includes a plurality of ventilation openings 1112A and a discharge end air passage 1112B (discharge end flow path 1112B). The discharge end air passage 1112B communicates with the plurality of ventilation openings 1112A, allowing air to flow toward the plurality of ventilation openings 1112A. The plurality of ventilation openings 1112A allows air to flow out of the discharge end assembly 1112. In this embodiment, the discharge end assembly 1112 includes a discharge end airbag 1112C, which may have a multi-layer structure made of a plastic material. The discharge end air passage 1112B and the plurality of ventilation openings 1112A are formed in the discharge end airbag 1112C. The discharge end air passage 1112B may be a channel in the discharge end airbag 1112C, and the ventilation openings 1112A may be holes in the discharge end airbag 1112C. However, the present invention is not limited to this embodiment. For example, in another embodiment, the discharge end assembly may include a discharge end tube, and the discharge end air passageway and vent opening may be a channel in the discharge end tube and a hole in the discharge end tube, respectively.

[0033] Preferably, as shown in Figures 4 and 6, the discharge end assembly 1112 further includes a check valve 1112D disposed between the discharge end air passage 1112B and the pumping assembly 1111 and configured to allow air in the pumping assembly 1111 to flow in only one direction toward the discharge end assembly 1112 to prevent any backflow.

[0034] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 2 to 5, a plurality of air communication holes 1133 are formed in the inner sole portion 113 and are arranged at positions corresponding to the plurality of ventilation openings 1112A, allowing air to easily access the interior space of the shoe 1.

[0035] 1 to 4, the suction end assembly 1113 includes a filtering device 1113A configured to filter ambient air, e.g., remove particles or dust from the ambient air, and a suction end air passage 1113B (suction end flow path 1113B) communicating between the filtering device 1113A and the pumping assembly 1111. In this embodiment, the suction end assembly 1113 includes a suction end airbag 1113C, which may have a multi-layer structure made of a plastic material. The suction end air passage 1113B is formed in the suction end airbag 1113C. The suction end air passage 1113B may be a channel in the suction end airbag 1113C. However, the present invention is not limited to this embodiment. For example, in another embodiment, the suction end assembly may include a suction end tube, and the suction end air passage may be a channel in the suction end tube.

[0036] Preferably, as shown in Figures 4 and 6, the suction end assembly 1113 further includes a check valve 1113D disposed between the suction end air passage 1113B and the pumping assembly 1111 and configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly 1113 toward the pumping assembly 1111 to prevent any backflow.

[0037] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 3, 4 and 6, to achieve connection between the pumping assembly 1111, the discharge end assembly 1112 and the suction end assembly 1113, the climate control system 111 further includes a three-way fitting 1114 communicating between the check valve 1112D, the check valve 1113D and the pumping assembly 1111.

[0038] In contrast to the background art, in the present invention, when the pumping assembly is forced to resiliently compress, air within the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly and out of the discharge end assembly through the multiple vent openings. When the pumping assembly is released to resiliently recover, ambient air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly. Thus, the present invention can provide improved heat and moisture dissipation capabilities to prevent discomfort due to heat and / or sweating.

[0039] Those skilled in the art will readily recognize that numerous modifications and variations of the apparatus and method may be made while retaining the teachings of the present invention. Accordingly, it is intended that the above disclosure be construed as limited only by the metes and bounds of the appended claims.

Claims

1. 1. A climate control system for a shoe, comprising: a pumping assembly disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion of the shoe sole, the pumping assembly being formed as a one-piece structure and including a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures, wherein a peripheral portion of the first layer structure and a peripheral portion of the second layer structure are integrally connected to each other to form a chamber between the first layer structure and the second layer structure, and the plurality of support structures are disposed within the chamber and integrally connected between the first layer structure and the second layer structure; a discharge end assembly disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion of the sole of the shoe and in communication with the pumping assembly, the discharge end assembly including a plurality of vent openings; a suction end assembly in communication with the pumping assembly; when the pumping assembly is forcibly resiliently compressed, air within the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly and then exits the discharge end assembly through the plurality of vent openings; A climate control system wherein when the pumping assembly is released to allow elastic recovery, ambient air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

2. The climate control system of claim 1 , wherein said discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passageway in communication with a plurality of said vent openings.

3. the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, the discharge end air passage and the plurality of vent openings are formed in the discharge end airbag; 3. The climate control system of claim 2, wherein the check valve is disposed between the discharge end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow air in the pumping assembly to flow in only one direction toward the discharge end assembly.

4. 4. The climate control system of claim 3, wherein the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passage communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

5. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, and the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag; 5. The climate control system of claim 4, wherein the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

6. 6. The climate control system of claim 5, further comprising a three-way fitting communicating between said check valve, said check valve, and said pumping assembly.

7. 2. The climate control system of claim 1, wherein the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passage communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

8. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, and the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag; 8. The climate control system of claim 7, wherein the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

9. The climate control system of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of support structures is an X-shaped support structure.

10. an outer shoe sole; An inner shoe sole; climate control system, The climate control system a pumping assembly disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion, the pumping assembly being formed as a one-piece structure and including a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures, wherein a peripheral portion of the first layer structure and a peripheral portion of the second layer structure are integrally connected to each other to form a chamber between the first layer structure and the second layer structure, and the plurality of support structures are disposed within the chamber and integrally connected between the first layer structure and the second layer structure; a discharge end assembly disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion and in communication with the pumping assembly, the discharge end assembly including a plurality of vent openings; a suction end assembly in communication with the pumping assembly; when the pumping assembly is forcibly resiliently compressed, air within the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly and then exits the discharge end assembly through the plurality of vent openings; When the pumping assembly is released to elastically recover, ambient air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly. soles of shoes.

11. The sole of claim 10 , wherein the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passageway in communication with a plurality of the vent openings.

12. the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, the discharge end air passage and the plurality of vent openings are formed in the discharge end airbag; 12. The sole of claim 11, wherein the check valve is disposed between the discharge end air passage and the pumping assembly and is configured to allow air in the pumping assembly to flow in only one direction toward the discharge end assembly.

13. The sole of claim 12, wherein the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passageway communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

14. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, and the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag; 14. The sole of claim 13, wherein the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and is configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

15. 15. The sole of claim 14, wherein the climate control system further includes a three-way fitting communicating between the check valve, the check valve, and the pumping assembly.

16. The sole of claim 10, wherein the suction end assembly includes a filtering device and a suction end air passageway communicating between the filtering device and the pumping assembly.

17. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end air bag and a check valve, and the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end air bag; 17. The sole of claim 16, wherein the check valve is disposed between the suction end air passage and the pumping assembly and is configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly.

18. The sole of claim 10 , wherein each of the plurality of support structures is an X-shaped support structure.

19. The shoe sole according to claim 10, wherein a plurality of air communication holes are formed in the inner sole portion and are arranged at positions corresponding to the plurality of ventilation openings.

20. The sole of claim 10, wherein a protruding structure is formed on the inner sole portion and positioned in a position corresponding to the pumping assembly.

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