Climate control systems for shoes and related soles

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 specifically, to a climate control system for shoes and related shoe soles.

Background Art

[0002] The shoe sole is an important component that forms the bottom of the shoe for shock absorption. However, some conventional shoe soles have poor breathability and heat dissipation, which cause discomfort. Therefore, improvement is urgently needed.

[0003] The object of the present invention is to provide a climate control system for shoes and related shoe soles in order to solve the above-mentioned problems.

Summary of the Invention

[0004] To achieve the above object, the present invention discloses a climate control system for shoes. The climate control system for shoes is a pumping assembly that is disposed between the outer shoe sole portion and the inner shoe sole portion of the shoe sole of the shoe, formed in a one-piece structure, and includes a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures. The peripheral portion of the first layer structure and the peripheral portion of the second layer structure are integrally connected to each other so as to form a chamber between the first layer structure and the second layer structure. The plurality of support structures are disposed in the chamber and integrally connected between the first layer structure and the second layer structure; a discharge end assembly that is disposed between the outer shoe sole portion and the inner shoe sole portion of the shoe sole of the shoe and communicates with the pumping assembly, and the discharge end assembly includes a plurality of ventilation openings; and a suction end assembly that communicates with the pumping assembly. 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 then flows out from the discharge end assembly through the plurality of ventilation openings; when the pumping assembly is released to elastically recover, the surrounding air is driven to flow toward the pumping assembly through the suction end assembly.

[0005] According to embodiments of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passage that communicates with a plurality of ventilation openings.

[0006] According to embodiments of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, wherein the discharge end air passage and a plurality of ventilation openings are formed in the discharge end airbag, and the check valve is positioned 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.

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

[0008] According to embodiments of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end airbag, and the check valve is positioned 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.

[0009] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a check valve and a three-way joint communicating between them are further provided.

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

[0011] According to embodiments of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end airbag, and the check valve is positioned 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.

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

[0013] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention further discloses a shoe sole. The shoe sole comprises an outer shoe sole; an inner shoe sole; and a climate control system; the climate control system is positioned between the outer shoe sole and the inner shoe sole and is formed in a one-piece structure, and is a pumping assembly comprising a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures, wherein the peripheral portion of the first layer structure and the peripheral portion of the second layer structure are integrally connected to each other so as to form a chamber between the first layer structure and the second layer structure, and the plurality of support structures are positioned within the chamber and integrally connected between the first layer structure and the second layer structure; and the outer shoe sole; Displaced between the sole and the inner sole, and communicating with the pumping assembly, the discharge end assembly includes a plurality of ventilation openings; and a suction end assembly communicating with the pumping assembly; when the pumping assembly is forcibly elastically compressed, the air inside 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 ventilation openings; and when the pumping assembly is released to elastically recover, the surrounding air is driven to flow toward the pumping assembly through the suction end assembly.

[0014] According to embodiments of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passage that communicates with a plurality of ventilation openings.

[0015] According to embodiments of the present invention, the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, wherein the discharge end air passage and a plurality of ventilation openings are formed in the discharge end airbag, and the check valve is positioned 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.

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

[0017] According to embodiments of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end airbag, and the check valve is positioned 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.

[0018] According to embodiments of the present invention, the climate control system further includes a check valve, a check valve, and a three-way joint communicating with the pumping assembly.

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

[0020] According to embodiments of the present invention, the suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, wherein the suction end air passage is formed in the suction end airbag, and the check valve is positioned 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.

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

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

[0023] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the protruding structure is formed on the inner sole of the shoe and is positioned to correspond to the pumping assembly.

[0024] Briefly, in the present invention, when the pumping assembly is forced to elastically compress, the air in the pumping assembly is driven to flow towards the discharge end assembly and flows out from the discharge end assembly through a plurality of ventilation openings. When the pumping assembly is released to elastically recover, the ambient air is driven to flow towards the pumping assembly through the suction end assembly. Therefore, the present invention can provide an improved heat and moisture dissipation ability to suppress the discomfort caused by heat and / or sweating.

[0025] These and other objects of the present invention will become clearly apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of the preferred embodiments shown in various figures and drawings.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0026] [Figure 1] It is a view of a shoe according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] It is a view of a shoe sole according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] It is an exploded view of a shoe sole in different views according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] It is an exploded view of a shoe sole in different views according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] It is a cross-sectional view of a shoe sole according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] It is a top view of a shoe sole according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Modes for Carrying Out the Invention

[0027] In the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, the accompanying drawings, which constitute part of this specification and illustrate specific embodiments in which the invention is implementable, will be referenced. In this regard, directional terms such as “up,” “down,” “left,” “right,” “front,” and “back” are used with reference to the orientation of the drawings described. The components of the invention may be arranged in numerous different directions. Therefore, directional terms are used for illustrative purposes only and are not limiting. Accordingly, the drawings and descriptions are to be considered essentially illustrative and not restrictive. Also, where not specified, the term “connecting” is intended to mean either an indirect or direct electrical / mechanical connection. Thus, when the first device is coupled to the second device, the connection may be via a direct electrical / mechanical connection or via an indirect electrical / mechanical connection through a connection to another device.

[0028] Refer 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 in different diagrams according to an embodiment of the present invention. 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 work together to define the internal 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 / exhaust assembly 1111), an exhaust end assembly 1112, and an intake end assembly 1113. The pumping assembly 1111 and the exhaust end assembly 1112 are positioned between the outer sole 112 and the inner sole 113 and communicate with each other. The intake end assembly 1113 communicates 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 exhaust end assembly 1112 and out from the exhaust end assembly 1112 into the internal space of the shoe 1. When the pumping assembly 1111 is released to resiliently restore its shape, 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 resilient deformation and recovery of the pumping assembly 1111, the present invention can continue to introduce ambient air into the internal space of the shoe 1, thereby controlling the climate surrounding the foot inside the shoe 1.

[0029] Preferably, as shown in Figure 3, in this embodiment, the recess 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, in order to position the pumping assembly 1111, the discharge end assembly 1112, and the suction end assembly 1113.

[0030] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, the pumping assembly 1111 may be formed as a one-piece structure and made of plastic material in order to achieve cost-effective and structurally and functionally sustainable properties 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. The peripheral portions of the first layer structure 1111A and the second layer structure 1111B are integrally connected to each other so as 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 are integrally connected between the first layer structure 1111A and the second layer structure 1111B. Preferably, as shown in Figure 5, in this embodiment each of the plurality of support structures 1111C is an X-shaped support structure.

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

[0032] As shown in Figures 3 to 6, the exhaust end assembly 1112 includes a plurality of ventilation openings 1112A and an exhaust end air passage 1112B (exhaust end flow path 1112B). The exhaust 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 are for allowing air to flow out of the exhaust end assembly 1112. In this embodiment, the exhaust end assembly 1112 includes an exhaust end airbag 1112C, which may be a multilayer structure made of plastic material. The exhaust end air passage 1112B and the plurality of ventilation openings 1112A are formed in the exhaust end airbag 1112C. The exhaust end air passage 1112B may be a channel in the exhaust end airbag 1112C, and the ventilation openings 1112A may be holes in the exhaust 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 passage and the ventilation 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, which is positioned between the discharge end air passage 1112B and the pumping assembly 1111 and is configured to allow air in the pumping assembly 1111 to flow in only one direction toward the discharge end assembly 1112 in order to prevent any backflow.

[0034] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 2 to 5, multiple air vents 1133 are formed in the inner sole portion 113 and are positioned to correspond to multiple ventilation openings 1112A, allowing air to easily access the internal space of the shoe 1.

[0035] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 1 to 4, the suction end assembly 1113 includes a filtering device 1113A configured to filter the ambient air, for example, to 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 be a multilayer structure made of 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, which is positioned between the suction end air passage 1113B and the pumping assembly 1111 and is configured to allow ambient air to flow in only one direction through the suction end assembly 1113 toward the pumping assembly 1111 in order to prevent any backflow.

[0037] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 3, 4, and 6, in order to connect 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 that communicates with the check valve 1112D, the check valve 1113D, and the pumping assembly 1111.

[0038] In contrast to the background technology, the present invention drives air within the pumping assembly to flow toward the discharge end assembly when the pumping assembly is forced to be elastically compressed, and out through multiple vents from the discharge end assembly. When the pumping assembly is released to be elastically restored, ambient air is driven to flow toward the pumping assembly through the suction end assembly. Thus, the present invention can provide improved heat and moisture dissipation capabilities to suppress discomfort caused by heat and / or sweating.

[0039] Those skilled in the art will readily understand that numerous modifications and changes to the apparatus and method may be made while retaining the teachings of the present invention. Accordingly, the above disclosure shall be construed as being limited only to the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A climate control system for shoes, The pumping assembly is positioned between the outer and inner soles of the shoe sole, formed as a single piece, and includes a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures, wherein the peripheral portion of the first layer structure and the peripheral portion of the second layer structure are integrally connected to each other so as to form a chamber between the first and second layer structures, and the plurality of support structures are positioned within the chamber and integrally connected between the first and second layer structures. Discharge end assembly disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion of the sole of the shoe, and communicating with the pumping assembly, the discharge end assembly includes a plurality of ventilation openings, It comprises a suction end assembly that communicates with the pumping assembly, When the pumping assembly is forcibly and elastically compressed, the air inside the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly, and then flows out of the discharge end assembly through a plurality of ventilation openings. When the pumping assembly is released in a way that allows it to resiliently recover, the surrounding air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly. The aforementioned suction end assembly is From the aforementioned pumping assembly, a first passage section is arranged to extend in a transverse direction intersecting the longitudinal direction of the sole of the shoe, A second passage section is connected to the first passage section and is arranged to extend upward in a direction that intersects the transverse direction, The system includes a filtering device connected to the second passage section and configured to filter the surrounding air, The shoe includes an upper assembly, the upper assembly is configured to define an internal space in cooperation with the sole, The second passage section and the filtering device are arranged in the upper assembly, The filtering device includes a suction end opening, which is formed to open from the upper assembly in the transverse direction and is configured to allow ambient air to enter. Furthermore, it includes a three-way joint that connects the discharge end assembly, the suction end assembly, and the pumping assembly, The outer sole portion includes a recess, and the recess is A first recessed section configured to receive the pumping assembly, A second recessed section is positioned in the longitudinal direction of the sole relative to the first recessed section and is configured to receive the three-way joint, A climate control system comprising a narrow section disposed between the first recessed section and the second recessed section, having a size smaller than the first recessed section and the second recessed section in the transverse direction.

2. The climate control system according to claim 1, wherein the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passage communicating with a plurality of the ventilation openings.

3. The discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, and the discharge end air passage and the plurality of ventilation openings are formed in the discharge end airbag. The climate control system according to claim 2, wherein the check valve is positioned 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.

4. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, and the second passage section is formed in the suction end airbag. The climate control system according to claim 3, wherein the check valve is positioned between the first passage section 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.

5. The climate control system according to claim 4, wherein the three-way joint communicates between the check valve, the check valve, and the pumping assembly.

6. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, and the second passage section is formed in the suction end airbag. The climate control system according to claim 1, wherein the check valve is positioned between the first passage section 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.

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

8. Outer sole and, Inner sole and, Equipped with a climate control system, The climate control system is A pumping assembly is disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion, formed as a single piece, and comprising a first layer structure, a second layer structure, and a plurality of support structures, wherein the peripheral portion of the first layer structure and the peripheral portion of the second layer structure are integrally connected to each other so as 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, Discharge end assembly disposed between the outer sole portion and the inner sole portion and communicating with the pumping assembly, the discharge end assembly includes a plurality of ventilation openings, It includes a suction end assembly that communicates with the pumping assembly, When the pumping assembly is forcibly and elastically compressed, the air inside the pumping assembly is driven to flow toward the discharge end assembly, and then flows out of the discharge end assembly through a plurality of ventilation openings. When the pumping assembly is released in a way that allows it to resiliently recover, the surrounding air is driven to flow through the suction end assembly toward the pumping assembly. The aforementioned suction end assembly is From the aforementioned pumping assembly, a first passage section is arranged to extend in a transverse direction intersecting the longitudinal direction of the sole of the shoe, A second passage section is connected to the first passage section and is arranged to extend upward in a direction that intersects the transverse direction, The system includes a filtering device connected to the second passage section and configured to filter the surrounding air, The sole is assembled with an upper assembly, and the upper assembly is configured to work in conjunction with the sole to define the internal space of the shoe. The second passage section and the filtering device are arranged in the upper assembly, The filtering device includes a suction end opening, which is formed to open from the upper assembly in the transverse direction and is configured to allow ambient air to enter. Furthermore, it includes a three-way joint that connects the discharge end assembly, the suction end assembly, and the pumping assembly, The outer sole portion includes a recess, and the recess is A first recessed section configured to receive the pumping assembly, A second recessed section is positioned in the longitudinal direction of the sole relative to the first recessed section and is configured to receive the three-way joint, It includes a narrow section positioned between the first recessed section and the second recessed section, having a size smaller than the first recessed section and the second recessed section in the transverse direction, soles of shoes.

9. The sole according to claim 8, wherein the discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end air passage communicating with a plurality of the ventilation openings.

10. The discharge end assembly further includes a discharge end airbag and a check valve, and the discharge end air passage and the plurality of ventilation openings are formed in the discharge end airbag. The sole of a shoe according to claim 9, wherein the check valve is positioned 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.

11. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, and the second passage section is formed in the suction end airbag. The shoe sole according to claim 10, wherein the check valve is positioned between the first passage section 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.

12. The sole of a shoe according to claim 11, wherein the three-way joint communicates between the check valve, the check valve, and the pumping assembly.

13. The suction end assembly further includes a suction end airbag and a check valve, and the second passage section is formed in the suction end airbag. The shoe sole according to claim 8, wherein the check valve is positioned between the first passage section 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.

14. The sole of a shoe according to claim 8, wherein each of the plurality of support structures is an X-shaped support structure.

15. The sole according to claim 8, wherein a plurality of air vents are formed in the inner sole and are arranged at positions corresponding to the plurality of ventilation openings.

16. The sole according to claim 8, wherein a protruding structure is formed in the inner sole and is positioned to correspond to the pumping assembly.

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