Shoe body support structure and shoe body using same

Abstract

A shoe body support structure, which is a frame comprising a support member. The support member comprises at least one U-shaped structure. The U-shaped structure protrudes towards the inside of the frame or to form an included angle with the frame, so as to provide shoe body support and protection.

Description

Shoe support structure and shoe body Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a support structure, specifically to a shoe support structure and the shoe body thereof. Background Technology

[0002] In response to the various activities and uses of footwear, people have been constantly improving the footwear for different purposes, all in the hope of increasing the functionality and comfort of the footwear. In the past, improvements to the support structure of the footwear have focused on using sheets to improve the support of the sole or increasing the strap strength of the footwear to enhance the support effect. However, sheets are not designed for all foot types, which has caused some users to still feel uncomfortable. At the same time, increasing the strap strength of the footwear does not solve the fundamental problem.

[0003] In view of this, developing a more flexible shoe support structure is a goal in related fields.

[0004] Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to develop a flexible shoe support structure, the present invention provides a shoe support structure, which is a frame with a plane defined inside the frame. A support structure is integrally formed on at least a portion of the frame. The support structure includes at least one U-shaped structure, which protrudes into the frame or forms an angle with the plane.

[0006] The frame has a cross-section that includes a major axis and a minor axis, with the major axis being parallel to the plane.

[0007] Furthermore, the frame includes a slightly curved portion, which is a curve formed by at least a portion of the shoe support structure protruding in one direction, and the horizontal height of the slightly curved portion is different from the horizontal height of another portion of the shoe support structure.

[0008] The shoe's support structure material includes plastic, carbon fiber, glass fiber, or metal.

[0009] Furthermore, the frame includes a forefoot portion, a midfoot portion, and a heel portion. The midfoot portion is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot portion is located at the front end of the midfoot portion, and the heel portion is located at the rear end of the midfoot portion. One side of the midfoot portion includes the slightly curved portion, and the U-shaped structure forms an angle with the plane and protrudes from the slightly curved portion of the frame.

[0010] Furthermore, the frame includes a forefoot portion, a midfoot portion, and a heel portion. The midfoot portion is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot portion is located at the front end of the midfoot portion, and the heel portion is located at the rear end of the midfoot portion. The forefoot portion protrudes from the frame at an angle between the U-shaped structure and the plane.

[0011] Furthermore, the frame includes a forefoot portion, a midfoot portion, and a heel portion. The midfoot portion is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot portion is located at the front end of the midfoot portion, and the heel portion is located at the rear end of the midfoot portion. The U-shaped structure protrudes into the heel portion of the frame and is parallel to the plane.

[0012] Furthermore, a shoe body includes a shoe body support structure, the shoe body support structure being a frame, the frame defining a plane, a support structure integrally formed on at least a portion of the frame, the support structure including at least a U-shaped structure, the U-shaped structure protruding toward the frame or forming an angle with the plane, wherein the shoe body support structure is disposed on the midsole or outsole of the shoe body.

[0013] Furthermore, the frame includes a forefoot portion, a midfoot portion, and a heel portion. The midfoot portion is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot portion is located at the front end of the midfoot portion, and the heel portion is located at the rear end of the midfoot portion. The U-shaped structure forms an angle with the plane and protrudes from the midfoot portion of the frame.

[0014] Furthermore, the U-shaped structure protrudes into the rear heel portion of the frame and is parallel to the plane.

[0015] The five common types of sole wear are normal sole wear, inner sole wear, outer sole wear, asymmetrical wear between the two feet, and wear at the front of the sole. To address the different types of sole wear, the coplanar bending section and the vertical bending section are designed to distinguish between light pressure zones and heavy pressure zones, thereby achieving the effect of protecting the entire foot. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Symbol explanation:

[0018] 10. Upper support structure

[0019] 11 Supporting Components

[0020] 111 Coplanar bending section

[0021] 112 Vertical Bending Section

[0022] 12 Forefoot

[0023] 13 Midfoot

[0024] 131 Inner side

[0025] 132 outer side

[0026] 14 Heel

[0027] Plane A

[0028] B angle Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0031] Please refer to Figure 1, which is a preferred embodiment of the shoe support structure 10 provided by the present invention, which includes a support structure 11, a forefoot portion 12, a midfoot portion 13 and a heel portion 14.

[0032] The shoe support structure 10 is a one-piece molded strip structure. The shoe support structure 10 is designed to form a frame around the outer periphery of a shoe sole. A plane A is defined within this frame. The shoe support structure 10 is installed within a shoe body and is integrated with the midsole or outsole of the shoe. A cross-section of the strip material includes a major axis and a minor axis, wherein the major axis is parallel to the plane, making the strip material an overall flat strip.

[0033] Furthermore, when the shoe support structure 10 is disposed at the bottom of the shoe body, the flat strip shape allows the shoe support structure 10 to fit more closely with the bottom of the shoe body, while reducing the feeling of foreign objects and protrusions at the bottom of the shoe body.

[0034] The shoe support structure 10 is formed into a frame by means of concave molding, thermoforming, compression molding, injection molding, or 3D printing.

[0035] The shoe support structure 10 is not limited by material; it can be made of plastic, carbon fiber, glass fiber, or metal. In this embodiment of the invention, it is made of carbon fiber, which has the characteristics of lightweight, high strength, and high modulus, so that the shoe support structure 10 can meet the requirements of more complex shapes and structures when it is made.

[0036] Furthermore, the shoe support structure 10 includes a customizable micro-curved portion 101, integrally formed on at least a portion of the shoe support structure 10. The micro-curved portion 101 is a curve formed by at least a portion of the shoe support structure 10 protruding in one direction, and the horizontal height of the micro-curved portion 101 differs from the horizontal height of another portion of the shoe support structure 10. The micro-curved portion 101 can be designed for a foot arch, and the degree of curvature of the micro-curved portion 101 can be determined by the arch height, arch index, arch type, or arch depth, so that the shoe support structure 10 fits the sole of the foot more closely and achieves a customized setting. The micro-curved portion 101 can be softened by local heating or bent mechanically.

[0037] The support structure 11 is a continuous or discontinuous U-shaped structure and is integrally formed on at least a part of the shoe support structure 10. The support structure 11 further includes a planar curved portion 111 and a vertical curved portion 112.

[0038] The coplanar bending portion 111 is parallel to plane A of the shoe support structure 10 within the frame. The coplanar bending portion 111 is designed to provide sole support, enhance sole elasticity, and achieve a cushioning effect. When the sole is subjected to pressure, the U-shaped structure of the coplanar bending portion 111 can generate a large compression space. The coplanar bending portion 111 is primarily designed for areas of mild pressure on the sole.

[0039] The vertical bending section 112 protrudes from the shoe support structure 10 and forms an angle B with the plane A. The vertical bending section 112 is designed to provide lateral support and protection for the shoe body. The angle B of the vertical bending section 112 can reduce the pressure generated when the user's center of gravity is unstable or when more vigorous movement is required. The U-shaped structure can also generate a large compression space. The vertical bending section 112 is mainly designed in the area of ​​heavy pressure on the sole of the shoe.

[0040] In this embodiment, the overall range of the shoe support structure 10 can cover the entire foot from the toe to the heel. The support structure 11 can be optionally located on the forefoot portion 12, the midfoot portion 13, and the heel portion 14, depending on requirements.

[0041] The midfoot portion 13 is located in the middle of the shoe support structure 10. The front end of the midfoot portion 13 is the forefoot portion 12, which corresponds to the area below the toes. The rear end of the midfoot portion 13 is the heel portion 14, which corresponds to the area below the heel.

[0042] In one embodiment, the coplanar bending portion 111 may be disposed on the forefoot portion 12 and extend from the front end toward the rear end. This allows the coplanar bending portion 111 to provide stability and elasticity to the foot during walking, reducing foot fatigue, and can be used in athletic shoes that require toe-jumping ability.

[0043] Furthermore, the vertical bending portion 112 can be disposed on the forefoot portion 12 and extend above the shoe support structure 10. This allows the vertical bending portion 112 to provide higher support and protection for the forefoot, making it suitable for high-intensity training shoes or work shoes.

[0044] The midfoot portion 13 includes an inner portion 131 and an outer portion 132. The inner portion 131 is the side of the shoe support structure 10 corresponding to the big toe of the foot, and the outer portion 132 is the side of the shoe support structure 10 corresponding to the little toe of the foot.

[0045] The inner side 131 can be configured with the slightly curved part 101 according to the foot body to make the foot body have a better fit, while providing support to the sole of the foot, improving comfort and stability, and can be used for people with high arches.

[0046] In one embodiment, the vertical bending portion 112 may be disposed on the inner side portion 131 and extend above the shoe support structure 10. This allows the vertical bending portion 112 to provide high-strength support to the inner side of the foot, making it suitable for corrective shoes for in-toeing.

[0047] In one embodiment, the coplanar bending portion 111 may be disposed on the outer side portion 132 and extend from the outer side toward the inner side, so that the coplanar bending portion 111 can reduce the burden on the sole of the foot when standing or walking for a long time, and can be used in general casual shoes or low-intensity sports shoes.

[0048] Furthermore, the vertical bending portion 112 can be disposed on the outer side portion 132 and extend above the shoe support structure 10. Since the outer side portion 132 will bear additional lateral pressure when the foot needs to turn or change direction, the vertical bending portion 112 can increase the stability and support of the foot, while preventing foot sprains, and can be used in high-intensity sports shoes that require a lot of running.

[0049] In one embodiment, the coplanar bending portion 111 may be disposed on the heel portion 14 and extend from the rear end toward the front end. This allows the coplanar bending portion 111 to reduce the burden on the sole of the foot when standing or walking for a long time, and can be used in general casual shoes or low-intensity sports shoes.

[0050] Furthermore, the vertical bending portion 112 can be disposed on the heel portion 14 and extend above the shoe support structure 10. This allows the vertical bending portion 112 to effectively absorb the impact force and withstand the stress generated during turning and acceleration, making it suitable for high-intensity sports shoes that require high-speed running.

[0051] The shoe support structure 10 can be set in the midsole or outsole of the shoe according to the user's walking habits. The five common types of sole wear are normal sole wear, inner sole wear, outer sole wear, asymmetrical wear between the two feet, and wear at the front of the sole. To distinguish between light pressure areas and heavy pressure areas according to the different types of sole wear, the coplanar bending part 111 and the vertical bending part 112 are respectively set in the frame to achieve the effect of protecting the entire foot.

[0052] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A shoe body support structure characterized by, It is a frame, within which a plane is defined, and a support structure is integrally formed on at least a portion of the frame. The support structure includes at least one U-shaped structure, which protrudes into the frame or forms an angle with the plane.

2. The shoe support structure of claim 1, wherein, One cross-section of the frame includes a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis being parallel to the plane.

3. The shoe support structure of claim 2, wherein, The frame includes a slightly curved section, which is a curve formed by at least a portion of the shoe support structure protruding in one direction, and the horizontal height of the slightly curved section is different from the horizontal height of another portion of the shoe support structure.

4. The shoe support structure of claim 3, wherein, The shoe's support structure is made of materials such as plastic, carbon fiber, glass fiber, or metal.

5. The shoe support structure of any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The frame includes a forefoot, a midfoot, and a heel. The midfoot is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot is located at the front end of the midfoot, and the heel is located at the rear end of the midfoot. One side of the midfoot includes a slightly curved portion, and the U-shaped structure forms an angle with the plane and protrudes from the slightly curved portion of the frame.

6. The shoe support structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The frame includes a forefoot, a midfoot, and a heel. The midfoot is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot is located at the front end of the midfoot, and the heel is located at the rear end of the midfoot. The forefoot protrudes from the frame at an angle between the U-shaped structure and the plane.

7. The shoe support structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The frame includes a forefoot, a midfoot, and a heel. The midfoot is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot is located at the front end of the midfoot, and the heel is located at the rear end of the midfoot. The U-shaped structure protrudes into the heel of the frame and is parallel to the plane.

8. A shoe body, characterized in that, It includes a shoe support structure, which is a frame with a plane defined inside the frame. A support structure is integrally formed on at least a portion of the frame. The support structure includes at least one U-shaped structure, which protrudes into the frame or forms an angle with the plane. The shoe support structure is located on the midsole or outsole of the shoe.

9. The shoe body as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The frame includes a forefoot, a midfoot, and a heel. The midfoot is located in the middle of the frame, the forefoot is located at the front end of the midfoot, and the heel is located at the rear end of the midfoot. The U-shaped structure forms an angle with the plane and protrudes from the midfoot of the frame.

10. The shoe body as described in claim 8 or 9, characterized in that, The U-shaped structure protrudes into the rear heel portion of the frame and is parallel to the plane.

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