Insoles with functional geometry

Abstract

The invention relates to a functional component of an insole; to an insole; to a method for producing such a functional component; to a method for producing such an insole; to a shoe or an orthopedic aid having such a functional component; and to a shoe or an orthopedic aid having such an insole.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Insoles with functional geometry

[0003] The present invention relates to a functional component of an insole, an insole, a method for manufacturing such a functional component and a method for manufacturing such an insole and a shoe or an orthopedic aid comprising such a functional component and a shoe or an orthopedic aid comprising such an insole.

[0004] Insoles are used for comfort, in sports, or for medical reasons, particularly orthopedic ones. The most common type of insole is the shoe insole, which is mass-produced industrially for various shoe sizes. Orthopedic insoles, on the other hand, are often custom-made to fit the specific area being treated, such as a patient's foot, according to the medical indication. Their purpose is to support the affected area or correct postural problems.

[0005] Common insoles, especially shoe insoles, have various components, such as a raised metatarsal pad for transverse arch support, longitudinal arch support, particularly for the medial edge of the sole, pressure-absorbing pads, pressure modulators, pressure bodies, or inserts. The individual components are usually bonded together, for example, by welding, fusing, or gluing.

[0006] Insoles, particularly shoe insoles, are also known to consist of various components made from materials of differing hardness. The production of such insoles, made from at least two materials, often employs a complex injection molding technique in which the softer material is injected into molds of the harder material. Following this injection molding process, the two materials are usually bonded together.

[0007] A material-bonded connection has the disadvantage that, after the production of such insoles, components can only be replaced or omitted with considerable effort, if at all. Furthermore, when manufacturing insoles with components made of two different materials, it is necessary to equalize the thickness of the materials by removing material from the surface.

[0008] Difficulties arise with this established procedure when, for the production of an insole, such as an orthopedically appropriate cushioning or support element, zones of higher or lower mechanical strength must be individually incorporated in specific areas of the insole to selectively enhance the cushioning or support function. This may be necessary, for example, in the area of ​​joint protrusions of the body part or joint to be supported, such as the heel or toe ball, ankle, wrist, patella, or tibial plateau at the knee joint, or similar structures. This necessitates additional manufacturing steps. For instance, it may be required that a core material be bonded to specific areas of its surface with a different cushioning material exhibiting different mechanical properties and / or with other components to enable the zoned or compartmentalized cushioning or support function of the insole.The production of well-known insoles made from multiple components is complex and expensive.

[0009] The invention is therefore based on the technical problem of at least reducing, and preferably overcoming, the disadvantages of the prior art, in particular providing a functional component of an insole or an insole that allows for individual customization, especially the quick and easy exchange of various components, particularly without complex process steps, as needed. The present invention is also specifically based on the technical problem of manufacturing the aforementioned insole simply and cost-effectively.

[0010] The technical problem is solved by providing the present technical teaching, in particular the teaching of the independent claims and the embodiments disclosed in the dependent claims and the description.

[0011] The technical problem is solved in particular by providing a functional component of an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, comprising a base body having at least one layer formed from a first material, in particular at least two layers, and at least one shaped body formed from a second material, wherein the at least one layer of the base body has at least one recess or at least one hole, wherein the at least one recess or the at least one hole in the at least one layer of the base body has a first boundary surface that is at least partially inclined, and the at least one shaped body has a second boundary surface that is at least partially inclined.and wherein the at least one shaped body is positioned in the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body such that the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are in contact with each other, in particular over their entire surface, and form a positive-locking connection.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the insert of the functional component or the insert itself is a shoe insole. In a preferred embodiment, the insert of the functional component or the insert itself is an orthopedic shoe insole.

[0013] Preferably, the number of layers of the base body, the recesses or holes of the layers, and the shaped body can be selected by a specialist as required.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the first boundary surface and the second boundary surface are in full contact with each other.

[0015] The functional component of an insole according to the invention is a component of an insole, in particular an independent component, which is designed in such a way that it serves specifically to fulfill one or more functional properties of the insole.

[0016] The functional component of an insole according to the invention, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or the insole according to the invention, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, comprises a base body. The base body has at least one layer, in particular at least two layers, formed from a first material. The functional component of an insole according to the invention, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or the insole according to the invention, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, further comprises at least one shaped body formed from a second material. According to the invention, the at least one layer of the base body has at least one recess or at least one hole.According to the invention, the at least one recess or the at least one hole has a first boundary surface that is at least partially inclined, and the at least one shaped body has a second boundary surface that is at least partially inclined. According to the invention, the at least one shaped body is positioned in the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body such that the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are in contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection.

[0017] The functional component of an insole according to the invention, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or the insole according to the invention, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, thus comprises at least two components according to the invention, namely the base body and the at least one shaped body. Preferably, the number of components, in particular the shaped body, can be selected by a person skilled in the art as required. According to the invention, the base body has at least one layer, in particular the base body is formed from at least one layer, wherein the at least one layer of the base body has at least one recess or at least one hole.According to the invention, the at least one shaped body is dimensioned such that it can be located in the at least one recess or hole in the at least one layer of the base body, particularly the recess or hole associated with it. According to the invention, the at least one recess or hole in the at least one layer of the base body has a first boundary surface that is at least partially inclined, and the at least one shaped body associated with the recess or hole has a second boundary surface that is at least partially inclined.According to the invention, the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are designed in such a way, in particular they interact in such a way that when the at least one shaped body is present in the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body, a positive locking connection is formed.By forming a positive-locking connection via the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body, particularly the one associated with the at least one recess or hole, the two components are firmly connected, especially more firmly than positive-locking connections formed by boundary surfaces that are not partially inclined, and in particular, the at least one shaped body is fixed in the at least one recess or hole. Preferably, the base body, especially the at least one layer of the base body, and the at least one shaped body are positively connected to each other on their own. Preferably, the base body, especially the at least one layer of the base body, and the at least one shaped body are detachably positively connected to each other.Preferably, the base body, in particular the at least one layer of the base body, and the at least one shaped body are not bonded together by a material bond. This preferably avoids the disadvantages of a material bond, in particular that components, i.e., the base body and the at least one shaped body, can be replaced without significant effort, or that the at least one shaped body can be omitted.

[0018] Preferably, the positive-locking connection of the base body and the at least one shaped body achieves a broad force distribution and smooth transitions when pressure is applied to the functional component of an insole according to the invention, in particular a shoe insole, especially an orthopedic shoe insole, or the insole itself, and in particular reduces pressure peaks, especially compared to known functional components of an insole, in particular shoe insoles, especially orthopedic shoe insoles, or insoles, especially those with material-bonded connections. Preferably, the positive-locking connection of the base body and the at least one shaped body of the functional component of an insole according to the invention reduces, and in particular completely eliminates, the manual gluing effort required in known functional components of an insole or insoles.

[0019] The positive-locking connection of the base body, in particular the at least one layer of the base body, and the at least one shaped body of the functional component of an insert or the insert according to the invention, via the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body, in particular associated with the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body, ensures that the base body and / or the at least one shaped body can be quickly and easily replaced as needed. This preferably achieves the individual adaptability of the functional component of an insert or the insert according to the invention, particularly without complex process steps.Preferably, the components, i.e., the base body and the at least one shaped body, of the inventive functional component of an insert or the inventive insert can be exchanged or omitted without significant effort, particularly in comparison with materially bonded components of known functional components of an insert or inserts.

[0020] In a preferred embodiment, an insert according to the invention does not have a functional component according to the invention.

[0021] In a preferred embodiment, an insert according to the invention, in particular the base body of the insert according to the invention, has at least one, in particular at least two, in particular 1 to 5, in particular 1 to 3, in particular one, functional component according to the invention.

[0022] In a preferred embodiment, an insert has at least one, in particular at least two, in particular 1 to 5, in particular 1 to 3, in particular one, functional component according to the invention.

[0023] In a preferred embodiment, an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopaedic shoe insole, has a functional component according to the invention, which is positioned in a predetermined area of ​​the insole, in particular in the heel area, midfoot area or forefoot area.

[0024] In a preferred embodiment, an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopaedic shoe insole, has a functional component according to the invention, which is designed as the substructure, middle structure or superstructure of the insole.

[0025] In a preferred embodiment, an insole comprises at least two functional components according to the invention, which are positioned in different areas of the insole, in particular in the heel area, midfoot area, and / or forefoot area. In a preferred embodiment, an insole, in particular a shoe insole, and in particular an orthopaedic shoe insole, comprises a functional component according to the invention in an area of ​​the insole in which pressure relief, shock absorption, and / or stabilization are provided for the body part in contact with the insole during use.

[0026] In a preferred embodiment, the at least one functional component in the insert, in particular according to the invention, is not connected via a positive locking connection through obliquely formed boundary surfaces.

[0027] In a preferred embodiment, the insert containing the functional component comprises the functional component and a base body, in particular consisting of the following.

[0028] In a preferred embodiment, the at least one functional component is located in the insert, in particular according to the invention, via a material-bonded connection with the base body of the insert, in particular according to the invention.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment, the base body has at least 2, in particular at least 5, in particular at least 10, in particular at least 15, layers.

[0030] In a preferred embodiment, the base body has layers 1 to 20, in particular 1 to 15, in particular 2 to 15, in particular 1 to 10, in particular 1 to 5, in particular 2 to 10, in particular 2 to 5.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the base body is formed from a single layer.

[0032] In a preferred embodiment, a layer has a thickness of at least 0.5 mm, in particular at least 1 mm, in particular at least 10 mm, in particular 0.5 to 40 mm, in particular 0.7 to 30 mm, in particular 0.9 to 20 mm, in particular 1 to 15 mm, especially measured at the point of maximum layer thickness. Preferably, a layer has the same or different layer thicknesses over its entire length.

[0033] In a particularly preferred embodiment, at least one layer has at least 2, in particular at least 5, in particular at least 10, recesses and / or holes. In a preferred embodiment, at least one layer has 1 to 15, in particular 2 to 15, in particular 1 to 10, in particular 2 to 10, in particular 1 to 5, in particular 2 to 5, recesses and / or holes. In a preferred embodiment, the base body is formed from a single layer, wherein one layer of the base body has at least 1, in particular at least 2, in particular at least 5, in particular at least 10, in particular 1 to 10, in particular 2 to 10, in particular 1 to 5, in particular 2 to 5, recesses and / or holes.

[0034] In a preferred embodiment, each recess or hole in a layer of the base body is associated with a shaped element. Preferably, one shaped element is associated with each recess or hole in more than one layer of the base body.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment, the base body has at least two layers, in particular two layers, wherein, for example, a first layer has at least one hole and a second layer consists entirely of material, in particular without a hole or recess. In a preferred embodiment, the base body has at least three layers, in particular three layers, wherein a first layer has a hole, a second layer has a recess, and a third layer consists entirely of material, in particular without a hole or recess. Preferably, the at least two, in particular at least three, layers are arranged adjacent to one another in ascending numerical sequence.Preferably, a hole in a first layer is associated with a hole or recess in a second layer, particularly one adjacent to the first layer. In particular, the hole in the first layer is aligned with the recess or hole in the second layer such that a common cavity, i.e., a hollow space, is formed. Preferably, at least one hole, in particular at least two holes, in a first layer is associated with at least one, in particular one, hole in a second and / or third layer adjacent to the first layer, particularly such that a common cavity is formed. Preferably, at least one recess, in particular at least two recesses, in a first layer is associated with at least one, in particular one, hole in a second layer adjacent to the first layer, particularly such that a common cavity is formed.Preferably, the base body has at least one, in particular one, layer that consists entirely of material and, in particular, has no holes or recesses. Preferably, holes or recesses of one layer are associated with holes or recesses of at least one further layer, and in particular, coincide with them, in particular such that, in particular, a common cavity is formed in each case. Preferably, a layer has a recess which is associated with holes of at least one further layer, through which a common cavity is formed, or a layer that consists entirely of material and, in particular, has no holes or recesses, is the last, in particular final, layer.This preferably achieves the fact that the inventive functional component of an insert or the inventive insert can be individually manufactured and / or adapted, in particular the dimensioning of a cavity can be individually manufactured and / or adapted.

[0036] In a preferred embodiment, a shaped element associated with the hole(s) and / or recess is inserted into the cavity formed jointly by the hole(s) and / or recess. Preferably, the shaped element is located in more than one hole and / or recess, particularly one associated with it. Preferably, the shaped element extends through more than one layer, and in particular, is located in more than one layer. Preferably, the formed cavity is completely filled by the at least one shaped element.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment, the at least one shaped body is positioned in the at least one recess or hole, in particular the formed cavity, such that the shaped body and the base body form at least one, in particular two, flat surfaces. In a preferred embodiment, the at least one shaped body projects out of the at least one recess or hole, in particular the jointly formed cavity, and in particular does not form a flat surface with the base body.

[0038] In a preferred embodiment, the at least one shaped body is a pad, a pressure-absorbing support, a retrocapital support, a pressure modulator, a pressure body, or an inlet. The at least one shaped body can, for example, be a heel cushion.

[0039] In a preferred embodiment, each recess and / or hole has a first boundary surface that is at least partially inclined. Preferably, each recess and / or hole in a layer closest to the molded body has a first boundary surface that is at least partially inclined. Preferably, only the recess and / or hole in a layer closest to the molded body has a first boundary surface that is at least partially inclined.

[0040] In a preferred embodiment, the inclined first boundary surface extends completely around the respective recess or hole. Preferably, the inclined first boundary surface extends by at least 10%, in particular at least 30%, in particular at least 50%, in particular at least 70%, in particular at least 90%, in particular 10 to 100%, in particular 50 to 100%, in particular 90 to 100%, in particular 10 to 90%, in particular 30 to 70%, in particular 50 to 90% of the total circumference of the respective recess or hole.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the obliquely formed second boundary surface extends completely around the respective molded body. Preferably, the obliquely formed second boundary surface extends by at least 10%, in particular at least 30%, in particular at least 50%, in particular at least 70%, in particular at least 90%, in particular 10 to 100%, in particular 50 to 100%, in particular 90 to 100%, in particular 10 to 90%, in particular 30 to 70%, in particular 50 to 90% of the total circumference of the respective molded body.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment, the first and / or second boundary surface has a uniform or different width, in particular at least 0.5 mm, in particular at least 1 mm, in particular at least 10 mm, in particular at least 15 mm, in particular 0.5 mm to 40 mm, in particular 0.7 mm to 30 mm, in particular 0.9 mm to 25 mm, in particular 1 mm to 20 mm, based on the respective maximum width of the first or second boundary surface.

[0043] In a preferred embodiment, each recess forms a positive-locking connection with the corresponding molded body via the respective inclined first and second boundary surfaces. In a preferred embodiment, the base body has at least two recesses and / or holes, wherein the inclined boundary surfaces of the respective recess and / or hole of the base body have the same or a different angle to a perpendicular line located on the central longitudinal axis of the respective recess of the base body, in particular on the surface enclosed by the boundary surface.

[0044] In a preferred embodiment, the at least partially inclined first and / or second boundary surface is produced by means of a cutting device, in particular a water jet cutter, an oscillating knife, a milling cutter, or a drill. In a preferred embodiment, the inclination of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body has an angle of 1 to 179°, in particular 10 to 170°, in particular 30 to 150°, in particular 45 to 135°, with respect to a perpendicular line located on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or hole of the layer of the base body, in particular on the surface enclosed by the boundary surface.

[0045] In a preferred embodiment, the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body has at least two different inclines, wherein the respective incline has an angle of 1 to 179°, in particular 10 to 170°, in particular 30 to 150°, in particular 45 to 135°, to a perpendicular on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or hole of the base body, in particular on the surface enclosed by the boundary surface.

[0046] In a preferred embodiment, the slope of the at least partially inclined second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body, in particular the at least one recess or the at least one hole, has an angle of 180° minus the angle of the slopes of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body to a perpendicular standing on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or the hole, in particular on the surface enclosed by the boundary surface, when the at least one shaped body is positively engaged in the at least one recess or the at least one hole.

[0047] In a preferred embodiment, the at least partially inclined second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body, in particular the at least one recess or the at least one hole, has at least two different inclinations, wherein the respective inclination has an angle of 180° minus the angle of the inclinations of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body to a perpendicular on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or the hole, in particular on the surface enclosed by the boundary surface, when the at least one shaped body is positively engaged in the at least one recess or the at least one hole.

[0048] In a preferred embodiment, the slope of the first boundary surface has a slope opposite to the second slope, so that a positive-locking connection is formed between the base body, in particular the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body, and the at least one shaped body, in particular the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body.

[0049] In a preferred embodiment, the first and second boundary surfaces are at least partially inclined, i.e., not perpendicular, in particular 90°, and parallel, in particular 0°, 180° or 360°, to the perpendicular on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or hole, in particular on the surface enclosed by the boundary surface, especially when the at least one shaped body is positively engaged in the at least one recess or the at least one hole.

[0050] In a preferred embodiment, the slopes of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the slope of the at least partially inclined second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are funnel-shaped, in particular converging towards or away from a center point of the at least one recess of the base body.

[0051] In a preferred embodiment, the functional component of an insole, or the insole itself, particularly a shoe insole, has a first surface that, when worn, faces the body, especially the sole of the foot, and a second surface that, when worn, faces away from the body, especially the sole of the foot. The first, obliquely formed boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole in the at least one layer of the base body tapers towards the first surface, or the first, obliquely formed boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole in the at least one layer of the base body tapers towards the second surface. Preferably, the first, obliquely formed boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole in the at least one layer of the base body tapers towards the second surface, i.e., downwards.This has the advantage that a molded part, especially if it only fits snugly but is not bonded to the base body, cannot so easily fall out of the base body. Due to the non-bonded processing, no edge pressure is created by additional adhesive layers, and the molded part advantageously does not harden, so that the function of the molded part is significantly better than in a bonded state.

[0052] In a preferred embodiment, the first and second materials are a first and second polymer material, and the first and second polymer materials are the same or different.

[0053] In a preferred embodiment, each further layer of the base body is made of the first material or of further materials, in particular materials different from the first material.

[0054] In a preferred embodiment, the first and / or second polymer material is a polymer material selected from the group consisting of ethylene vinyl acetate, at least one cross-linked polyolefin foam, at least one polyurethane foam and combinations thereof.

[0055] In a preferred embodiment, the cross-linked polyolefin foam is made of a thermoplastic.

[0056] In a preferred embodiment, the first material has a different or the same Shore hardness A as the second material.

[0057] Preferably, the first material is harder than the second material. Preferably, the first material is softer than the second material, especially if, for example, specific harder stabilizing points are to be formed.

[0058] Preferably, the first and / or second material has a Shore hardness of at least 10 Shore A. Preferably, the first and / or second material has a Shore hardness of at most 90 Shore A.

[0059] Preferably, the first and / or second material has a Shore hardness of at least 15 Shore A up to a maximum of 60 Shore A, preferably at least 20 Shore A and at most 45 Shore A, and particularly preferably at least 30 Shore A. Preferably, the first and / or second material has a Shore hardness of at least 15 Shore A. Preferably, the first and / or second material has a Shore hardness of at least 15 Shore A and at most 50 Shore A, and preferably at least 20 Shore A and at most 45 Shore A.

[0060] The expert knows suitable Shore hardnesses for the materials and, accordingly, which materials can be used.

[0061] In a preferred embodiment, the at least one shaped body is located without adhesive in the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body.

[0062] In a preferred embodiment, each shaped body is located without adhesive in the recess or hole assigned to it in the corresponding layer of the base body.

[0063] In a preferred embodiment, a shaped body has at least one recess or at least one hole. Preferably, at least one further shaped body is located in the at least one recess or at least one hole, in particular in a form-fitting manner via inclinedly formed boundary surfaces according to the present invention. Preferably, the at least one further shaped body can also have at least one recess or at least one hole in which at least one further shaped body can again be located, in particular in a form-fitting manner via inclinedly formed boundary surfaces according to the present invention. A person skilled in the art can extrapolate this as desired.

[0064] The technical problem is also solved according to the invention by providing a method for manufacturing a functional component of an insert or an insert according to the invention. The method comprises the steps of: a) manufacturing a base body of a functional component of an insert or an insert, comprising at least one layer formed from a first polymer material, and at least one shaped body formed from a second polymer material, by means of thermoplastic deformation; b) at least partially obliquely cutting the at least one shaped body such that the at least one shaped body has at least partially an obliquely formed second boundary surface, and at least partially obliquely cutting out at least one recess or at least one hole in a dimension corresponding to the dimensions of the shaped body from the at least one layer of the base body.that the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body has at least partially an inclined first boundary surface, and c) placing the at least one shaped body into the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body such that the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are in contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection.

[0065] The inventive method makes it possible to produce a functional component of an insert or an insert according to the invention simply and cost-effectively, in particular more simply and cost-effectively than known inserts, especially those having a material-bonded connection.

[0066] In a preferred embodiment, step a) is carried out by means of thermoplastic deformation. Preferably, the base body and / or the shaped body is produced by means of thermoplastic deformation.

[0067] In a preferred embodiment, step a) is carried out in a temperature range of 80 to 200 °C, in particular 80 to 150 °C, in particular 120 to 140 °C.

[0068] In a preferred embodiment, step a) is carried out at a pressure of 0.15 to 0.9 bar or 4.0 to 7.0 bar, based on the absolute pressure, in particular where atmospheric pressure corresponds to 1 bar.

[0069] In a preferred embodiment, step a) is carried out at a pressure of -0.5 to -0.9, in particular -0.6 to -0.8 bar, relative to the relative pressure, in particular where atmospheric pressure corresponds to 0 bar.

[0070] In a preferred embodiment, step b) is performed using a water jet cutter, an oscillating knife, a milling cutter or a drill.

[0071] In a preferred embodiment, the waterjet cutter has an angle adjustment capability. In a preferred embodiment, the slope produced in step b) of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body has an angle of 1 to 179° to a perpendicular line located on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or hole, in particular on the surface enclosed by the boundary surface.

[0072] Preferably, the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are in contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection. It is particularly preferable that a material-bonded connection, for example, gluing the edges, can be dispensed with.

[0073] Without being bound by theory, it can happen that the molded part and / or the recess or hole is deformed so significantly during thermoplastic forming, especially during deep drawing, that the actual position and function are not completely correct. To prevent this, the molded part can be fixed to the base body, for example, by gluing it. However, such fixation to the base body can be disadvantageous, as explained above.

[0074] Such potential problems can be solved by the following manufacturing method according to the invention and the following functional components according to the invention for insoles, in particular shoe insoles, in particular orthopaedic shoe insoles, or insoles, in particular shoe insoles, in particular orthopaedic shoe insoles.

[0075] This preferred method and this preferred functional component of an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or this preferred insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, not only have a base body and a molded body, but also an additional substructure layer that rests on the second surface of the base body, which in the worn state is turned away from the body, in particular the sole of the foot, and covers the molded body there.

[0076] This substructure layer can advantageously function as a frame, serving as a holding and stabilizing element and as a material-filling element, for example in the inner and outer longitudinal arch, as well as in the heel curve. At the same time, the substructure layer advantageously provides security for the at least one recess or hole and for the at least one molded part, thus better avoiding any problems that may arise during thermoplastic deformation.

[0077] The invention thus also relates to a functional component of an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, comprising a base body having at least one layer formed from a first material, in particular at least two layers, at least one shaped body formed from a second material and at least one substructure layer, wherein the at least one layer of the base body has at least one recess or at least one hole, wherein the at least one recess or the at least one hole in the at least one layer of the base body has a first boundary surface formed at least partially inclined and the at least one shaped body has a second boundary surface formed at least partially inclined.wherein the at least one shaped body is positioned in the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body such that the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are in contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection, and wherein the substructure layer rests against a surface of the base body, in particular against the second surface of the base body, which in the worn state faces away from the body, in particular the sole of the foot, and covers the shaped body there.

[0078] The substructure layer can be made of the same material as the base body or of a different material, in particular a material similar in material properties such as hardness and softening point.

[0079] Preferably, the base layer has a different color than the base body, even if it is made of the same material as the base body. This has the advantage that the interface between the base layer and the base body is clearly visible when grinding the functional component of an insole, particularly a shoe insole, especially an orthopedic shoe insole.

[0080] In a preferred embodiment, the material of the substructure layer is a polymer material, preferably a polymer material selected from the group consisting of ethylene vinyl acetate, at least one cross-linked polyolefin foam, at least one polyurethane foam, and combinations thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the cross-linked polyolefin foam is made of a thermoplastic.

[0081] In a preferred embodiment, the functional component of an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or the insole itself, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, has a top layer, wherein the top layer rests against the first surface of the base body, which, in the worn state, faces the body, in particular the sole of the foot, and covers the molded body there. In a preferred embodiment, the material of the top layer is a polymer material, preferably a polymer material selected from the group consisting of ethylene vinyl acetate, at least one cross-linked polyolefin foam, at least one polyurethane foam, and combinations thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the cross-linked polyolefin foam is made of a thermoplastic.

[0082] Additional intermediate layers or partial intermediate layers may also be provided, for example stiffening elements.

[0083] The at least one molded body can be, for example, a heel pad.

[0084] Further design possibilities of this embodiment result from the design possibilities of the other embodiments disclosed above.

[0085] The technical problem is also solved according to the invention by providing a method for manufacturing a functional component according to the invention, namely an insert or an insert according to the invention with a substructure layer. The method comprises the steps: a) providing components for a base body with a recess or hole, a shaped body, and a substructure layer, wherein the components are preferably pre-cut, in particular by punching or cutting; b) placing the at least one shaped body into the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body such that the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are in contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection.c) Placing the base body with the inserted molded part onto the substructure layer or placing the substructure layer onto the base body with the inserted molded part, d) Shaping by means of thermoplastic deformation, preferably by means of deep drawing.

[0086] A step e) may preferably be provided in which the functional component of an insole or the insole itself is ground, in particular the substructure layer. By grinding, a large part of the substructure layer, a part of the base body, and a small part of the molded body can be ground away to achieve a flat sole surface.

[0087] In step c), intermediate layers or partial intermediate layers, for example stiffening elements, can also be laid. The top layer can also be laid in step c) or step d).

[0088] Preferably, step d) is subdivided into step dl) heating and step d2) shaping, preferably deep drawing. Preferably, the top layer is applied between step dl) and step d2).

[0089] Preferably, in step d), a silicone film thinner than 2 mm, more preferably thinner than 1 mm, is positioned on the base layer. Alternatively or additionally, such a silicone film can also be positioned on the top layer. The silicone film can advantageously prevent the forces of the deep-drawing process from having a negative influence on the topology and molding of the base body and the molded body. Whether such a thin silicone film has been used or not is not, or hardly, discernible in the final product.

[0090] Preferably, the base body and / or the shaped body are cut using a water jet cutter.

[0091] Preferred embodiments of thermoplastic deformation are described above.

[0092] The technical problem is also solved according to the invention by providing a shoe or orthopedic aid comprising a functional component of an insole according to the invention, or an insole according to the invention. In the context of the present invention, "functional component of an insole" is understood to mean a specific, in particular independent, component of an insole, especially a shoe insole, which is designed to specifically fulfill one or more functional properties of the insole. Preferably, the functional component comprises structural features designed to effect a defined function, such as cushioning, stabilization, or support.Preferably, a functional component for a specific body part or area of ​​a body part, for example in the heel, midfoot, or forefoot area, is provided in the insole and designed to relieve pressure, absorb shock, and / or stabilize the body part, particularly the arch of the foot. A functional component of an insole is not a molded part of the insole. A functional component comprises a base body and at least one molded part, which interact with each other according to the invention.

[0093] In the context of the present invention, the term “molded body” refers to a component of a functional part of an insert or an inlay that has a specific, in particular three-dimensional, shape. Preferably, the external shape and geometry of the molded body are defined by its functionality. Preferably, the specific shape of a molded body can influence the stability, the dimensional accuracy, the hardness, or other functional aspects of a functional part of an insert or an inlay according to the invention.

[0094] In the context of the present invention, a "recess" is understood to be a specially designed area, in particular a depression, in a component, especially in a base body, particularly a layer of a base body, a functional component according to the invention, an insert, or an insert according to the invention, which has been intentionally machined or omitted. Preferably, a recess is dimensioned such that a molded part associated with it can be inserted completely or partially into the recess and, in particular, completely or partially fills it. Preferably, a recess is not a hole.

[0095] In the context of the present invention, a "hole" is understood to be a through opening in a component, in particular in a base body, especially a layer of a base body, a functional component according to the invention, an insert, or an insert according to the invention. Preferably, a hole is dimensioned such that a shaped element associated with the hole fits completely or partially into or through the hole and, in particular, completely or partially fills it. Preferably, a hole is not a recess.

[0096] In the context of the present invention, the term "boundary surface" is understood to mean an outer boundary or the edge region of a recess, a hole, or a shaped body, in particular its entirety. Preferably, a boundary surface describes, starting from the center point of the recess or hole, the first material surface that defines and delimits the contours of the recess or hole, or, starting from the center point of the shaped body, the last material surface that defines and delimits the contours of the shaped body.

[0097] In the context of the present invention, the term "obliquely formed border surface" is understood to mean a border surface that runs at a specific angle to the main surface, in particular to the central longitudinal axis, a recess, a hole, or a shaped body. Preferably, this obliquely formed surface is not parallel or perpendicular to the central longitudinal axis, in particular to the main surface, the recess, the hole, or the shaped body, but rather has an inclination.

[0098] In the context of the present invention, "positive locking connection" is understood to mean a type of connection or coupling between two or more components in which the shape of the components involved, in particular their inclined boundary surfaces, is designed such that they interlock and fix each other. Preferably, the connection is achieved solely by the geometry of the components, in particular their inclined boundary surfaces.

[0099] A positive-locking connection is preferably understood to be a connection between two or more components in which the securing of the components relative to each other is achieved by their specific shape or geometry, in particular their inclined boundary surfaces. Preferably, the positive-locking connection enables the components to hold each other in a specific position and / or to transmit forces and moments, especially without the need for additional fasteners such as adhesives, screws, or welds. Preferably, in a positive-locking connection, the shape of the components involved, in particular their inclined boundary surfaces, prevents relative movement in at least one direction.In the context of the present invention, the term "at least one" is understood to mean a quantity that expresses a number of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and so on. In a particularly preferred embodiment, the term "at least one" can represent exactly the number 1. In another preferred embodiment, the term "at least one" can also mean 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7.

[0100] Insofar as the “presence”, “containing”, or “possessing” of a component is expressly mentioned or implied in connection with the present invention, this means that the respective component is present, in particular in a measurable quantity.

[0101] In the context of the present invention, the terms "comprising" and "comprising" are understood to mean that, in addition to the elements explicitly covered by these terms, further, unmentioned elements may be present. In the context of the present technical teaching, these terms are also understood to mean that only the explicitly mentioned elements are covered and no further elements are present. In this particular embodiment, the meaning of the terms "comprising" and "comprising" is synonymous with the term "consisting of." Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "comprising" also encompass compositions that, in addition to the explicitly mentioned elements, contain further unmentioned elements that are, however, of a functionally and qualitatively subordinate nature. In this embodiment, the terms "comprising" and "comprising" are synonymous with the term "essentially consisting of."

[0102] In the context of the present invention, the term "and / or" means that all members of a group connected by the term "and / or" are disclosed both alternatively to one another and cumulatively to one another in any combination. For the expression "A, B and / or C", this means that the following disclosure content is to be understood: a) A or B or C, or b) (A and B), or c) (A and C), or d) (B and C), or e) (A and B and C).

[0103] Further preferred embodiments are set forth in the dependent claims.

[0104] The invention is described below without limiting the general concept of the invention with reference to the figures and an example of a manufacturing process. The figures show

[0105] Figure 1 shows a top view of a first embodiment of a functional component of an insert,

[0106] Figure 2 a) a top view of a base body of the first embodiment of a functional component of an insert and b) a cross-section of the first embodiment of a functional component of an insert, each as a line drawing,

[0107] Figure 3 shows a side view of a section of a first embodiment of an insert,

[0108] Figure 4 shows a side view of a section of a second embodiment of an insert,

[0109] Figure 5 is a schematic offset representation of the individual components of another

[0110] embodiment of a right and left insert, and

[0111] Figure 6 shows a view of the undersides of the inserts according to the embodiment of Figure 5.

[0112] Example: Production of an insole with a substructure layer

[0113] An insole is manufactured which, as a molded body, has a heel cushion and also a stiffening element.

[0114] Step 1: Cutting

[0115] Punching or cutting out the required components or assemblies. The heel pads and the base body are cut to a 3D contour using a waterjet cutter.

[0116] Step 2: Order picking

[0117] Sorting and complementing the production order with the required components and assemblies in the respective sizes and quantities based on the production order.

[0118] Mark the positions of the base body and substructure layer, as well as the stiffening element or other required components.

[0119] Step 3: Deep drawing Setting up the required strips (mold) in the respective size, over which the materials are to be thermoplastically deformed, and the additional tools such as deep drawing plates or PE pressure pads.

[0120] Pre-assemble the respective materials for each insert side (from bottom to top):

[0121] Substructure layer, base body with inserted heel pad, stiffening element

[0122] Heat these components in a convection oven at a predetermined temperature.

[0123] The top layer of the building structure is preheated on the oven.

[0124] After approximately 5 minutes in the oven, the material packages are removed and the top layer is laid according to the markings.

[0125] The materials are then positioned and aligned on the corresponding strips.

[0126] Silicone sheets and thermoformed sheets are positioned.

[0127] Start the deep drawing process with negative pressure.

[0128] After a cooling phase, the deep-drawn insoles are removed from the last and inspected.

[0129] Step 4: Sanding

[0130] The material overhangs protruding above the top layer are sanded down with a circular grind, either to a fixed length or without. On some products, the underside of the inlays is also ground flat.

[0131] For example, it can be ground flat with a heel thickness of approximately 7mm, so that the incorporated heel pads become visible and only a frame of the substructure layer remains.

[0132] Step 5: Final inspection / Packaging

[0133] Inspection and check of the insoles for defects and completeness. Packaging and shipping of the insoles. Precise adjustments, such as grinding, can be made later for individual customization if needed, for example by an orthotist.

[0134] Figure 1 shows a top view of a first embodiment of a functional component of an insole 100 comprising a base body 2 having a layer 4 formed from a first material and a shaped body 3 formed from a second material, wherein the layer 4 of the base body 2 has a hole 5, the hole 5 in the layer 4 of the base body 2 having a first boundary surface 6 that is at least partially inclined, and the shaped body 3 having a second boundary surface 7 that is at least partially inclined. The functional component 100 serves as the substructure of an insole 1, in particular a shoe insole, and the shaped body 3 is designed as a pad, a metatarsal pad, an insert, or a heel pad. The base body 2 is formed from a layer 4, and each hole 5, in particular the single hole 5, of the layer 4 of the base body 2 is associated with a shaped body 3, in particular the single shaped body 3.The inclined first and second boundary surfaces 6, 7 each extend completely around the single hole 5 or around the shaped body 3, wherein the first and second boundary surfaces 6, 7 have a uniform maximum width of 11 mm. The inclination of the inclined first boundary surface 6 of the single hole 5 of the single layer 4 of the base body 2 forms an angle of 53° with a perpendicular to the central longitudinal axis of the single hole 5 of the single layer 4 of the base body 2, in particular to the surface enclosed by the first boundary surface 6.The slope of the inclined second boundary surface 7 of one of the shaped bodies 3 forms an angle of 180° minus the angle of the slopes of the inclined first boundary surface 6 of one of the holes 5 of one of the layers 4 of the base body 2 to a perpendicular line standing on the central longitudinal axis of one of the holes 5 of one of the layers 4 of the base body 2, in particular on the surface enclosed by the first boundary surface 6, i.e., 127°, when one of the shaped bodies 3 is positively engaged in one of the holes 5. The slope of the first boundary surface 6 is also funnel-shaped.

[0135] In Figure 1, one of the shaped parts 3 is shown separately from the base body 2. However, one of the shaped parts 3 can be inserted into one of the holes 5 of one of the layers 4 of the base body 2 in such a way that the first boundary surface 6 of one of the holes 5 of one of the layers 4 of the base body 2 and the second boundary surface 7 of one of the shaped parts 3 are in full contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection (see Figure 2b)). Figure 2a) shows a top view of a base body 2 of the first embodiment of the functional component of an insert 100 according to Figure 1 as a line drawing. The base body 2 consists of one layer 4 which has a hole 5, wherein the hole 5 in the layer 4 of the base body 2 has an obliquely formed first boundary surface 6.

[0136] Figure 2b) shows a cross-section of the first embodiment of a functional component of an insert 100 according to Figure 1 as a line drawing. The functional component of an insert 100 has a base body 2, which consists of a layer 4 having a hole in which a shaped body 3 is positioned such that a first boundary surface 6 of the hole of the layer 4 of the base body 2 and a second boundary surface 7 of the shaped body 3 are in full contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection. The first and second boundary surfaces 6, 7 have a uniform width of 7.5 mm in the cross-section and the respective chamfers have a uniform length of 9.6 mm. The chamfer of the first boundary surface 6 has an angle of 53° to a perpendicular line, shown as a dashed line, which is located on the central longitudinal axis of the hole of the layer 4 of the base body 2, in particular on the surface enclosed by the first boundary surface 6.The slope of the obliquely formed second boundary surface 7 of one shaped body 3 has an angle of 180° minus the angle of the slopes of the obliquely formed first boundary surface 6 of the hole of layer 4 of the base body 2 to a perpendicular standing on the central longitudinal axis of the hole of layer 4 of the base body 2, in particular on the surface enclosed by the first boundary surface 6, i.e. 127°.

[0137] Figure 3 shows a side view of a section of a first embodiment of an insert 1, comprising a base body 2 having a layer 4.1 formed from a first material and three further layers 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, and a shaped body 3 formed from a second material, wherein the first and second layers 4.1, 4.2 of the four layers 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 of the base body 2 each have a hole 5.1, 5.2, the third layer 4.3 has a recess 5.3, and the fourth layer 4.4 consists entirely of material, i.e., it has no hole or recess. The four layers 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 are arranged adjacent to one another in ascending numerical order. The two holes 5.1, 5.2 and the recess 5.3 are aligned and superimposed to form a common cavity. The fourth layer 4.4 is the final layer. The respective holes 5.1, 5.2 of the first and second layers 4.1, 4.3 are...2 and the recess 5.3 of the third layer 4.3 of the base body 2 each have a first boundary surface 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 that is at least partially inclined, and the one shaped body 3 has a second boundary surface 7 that is at least partially inclined. The one shaped body 3 is positioned in the respective hole 5.1, 5.2 and the recess 5.3 of the first, second, and third layers 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 of the base body 2 such that the respective first boundary surfaces 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 of the respective hole 5.1, 5.2 and the recess 5.3 of the first, second, and third layers 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 of the base body 2 and the second boundary surface 7 of the one shaped body 3 are in contact with each other, in particular over their entire surface, and form a positive-locking connection. The shaped body 3 is therefore fitted into the recess defined by the holes 5.1, 5.2 and the recess 5.The molded body 3, inserted into the cavity formed by the molded body 3, exists in three layers, namely the first, second, and third layers 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, and completely fills the cavity. The molded body 3 is positioned in the cavity such that the molded body 3 and the base body 2 form two flat surfaces, one facing the molded body and one facing away from the molded body.

[0138] Figure 4 shows a side view of a section of a second embodiment of an insert 1 comprising a layer 4.1 formed from a first material and a further layer

[0139] 4.2, a base body 2, a shaped body 3.1 made of a second material, and another shaped body 3.2. The first layer 4.1 of the base body 2 has a recess 5.1 and a hole 5.1, and the second layer 4.2 of the base body 2 has a hole 5.2. The two holes 5.1, 5.2 are aligned and superimposed to form a common cavity. The respective holes 5.1,

[0140] 5.2 of the first and second layer 4.1, 4.2 and the recess 5.1 of the first layer 4.1 of the base body 2 each have a first boundary surface 6.1, 6.2 that is at least partially inclined and the two shaped bodies 3.1, 3.2 each have a second boundary surface 7.1, 7.2 that is at least partially inclined. One shaped body 3.1 is positioned in the recess 5.1 of the first layer 4.1 of the base body 2, and the other shaped body 3.2 is positioned in the cavity formed by the holes 5.1, 5.2, such that the respective, at least partially inclined, first boundary surfaces 6.1, 6.2 of the respective hole 5.1, 5.2 and the recess 5.1 of the first and second layers 4.1, 4.2 of the base body 2, and the respective second boundary surface 7.1, 7.2 of the shaped bodies 3.1, 3.2, are in contact with each other, in particular over their entire surface, and form a positive-locking connection. The shaped body 3.1 is thus aligned with the recess 5.1 of the first layer 4.1.The shaped body 3.2 is assigned to holes 5.1, 5.2 of the first and second layers 4.1, 4.2, completely fills them, and forms two flat surfaces with the base body 2.

[0141] Figure 5 shows a schematic, offset representation of the individual components of another embodiment of a right and left insole. The components are the base body 2 with the inserted molded body 3 as a heel cushion, as well as a substructure layer 8 and a top structure layer 9. A stiffening element 10 lies between the base body 2 and the top structure layer 9 as a partial intermediate layer. The second insole is assembled from the corresponding components.

[0142] Figure 6 shows a view of the undersides of insoles 1 made from the components of Figure 5 after the deep-drawing step and grinding. The grinding process reveals not only the base layer 8 and the top layer 9, but also, in part, the base body 2 and the shaped body 3, which serves as a heel cushion, which were previously hidden by the base layer 8.

[0143] REFERENCE MARK LIST

[0144] 1 deposit

[0145] 100 functional component of an insert

[0146] 2 Basic bodies 3 Shaped bodies

[0147] 4-layer

[0148] 5. Recess and / or hole

[0149] 6 first perimeter area

[0150] 7 second perimeter surface 8 sub-layer

[0151] 9. Top layer

[0152] 10 stiffening element

Claims

REQUIREMENTS 1. Functional component of an insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, or insole, in particular a shoe insole, in particular an orthopedic shoe insole, comprising a base body having at least one layer formed from a first material, in particular at least two layers, and at least one shaped body formed from a second material, wherein the at least one layer of the base body has at least one recess or at least one hole, wherein the at least one recess or at least one hole in the at least one layer of the base body has a first boundary surface that is at least partially inclined, and the at least one shaped body has a second boundary surface that is at least partially inclined, and wherein the at least one shaped body is positioned in the at least one recess or at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body in such a way thatthat the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are adjacent to each other and form a positive-locking connection.

2. Functional component of an insole or insert according to claim 1, comprising a substructure layer, wherein the substructure layer is in contact with a surface of the base body, in particular with the second surface of the base body, which in the worn state is turned away from the body, in particular the sole of the foot and covers the molded body there.

3. Functional component of an insert or insert according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the base body, in particular the at least one layer of the base body, and the at least one shaped body are not materially bonded to each other.

3. Functional component of an insert or insert according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least partially inclined first and / or second perimeter surface is produced by means of a cutting device, in particular a water jet cutter, an oscillating knife, a milling cutter or a drill.

4. Functional component of an insert or insert according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the slope of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body has an angle of 1 to 179° to a perpendicular standing on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or hole of the layer of the base body.

5. Functional component of an insert or insert according to claim 4, wherein the slope of the at least partially inclined second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body has an angle of 180° minus the angle of the slopes of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body to a perpendicular standing on the central longitudinal axis of the recess or the hole, when the at least one shaped body is positively engaged in the at least one recess or the at least one hole.

6. Functional component of an insert or insert according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the slope of the at least partially inclined first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the slope of the at least partially inclined second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are funnel-shaped, in particular converging towards or away from a center point of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body.

7. Functional component of an insole or insole according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component of an insole or the insole, in particular a shoe insole, has a first surface which, in the worn state, faces the body, in particular the sole of the foot, and has a second surface which, in the worn state, faces away from the body, in particular the sole of the foot, wherein the obliquely formed first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body tapers towards the first surface, or wherein the obliquely formed first boundary surface of the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body tapers towards the second surface.

8. Functional component of an insert or inlay according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first and second material are a first and second polymer material and the first and second polymer material are the same or different.

9. Functional component of an insert or inlay according to claim 8, wherein the first and / or second polymer material is a polymer material selected from the group consisting of ethylene vinyl acetate, at least one cross-linked polyolefin foam, at least one polyurethane foam and combinations thereof.

10. Functional component of an insert or inlay according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one shaped body is provided without adhesive in the at least one recess or the at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body.

11. A method for manufacturing a functional component of an insert or an inlay according to one of the preceding claims, comprising the steps of: a) providing components for a base body with a recess or hole, a shaped body and a sub-layer, wherein the components are preferably pre-cut, in particular by punching or cutting, b) placing the at least one shaped body into the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body such that the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are in contact with each other and form a positive-locking connection.c) Placing the base body with the inserted molded part onto the substructure layer or placing the substructure layer onto the base body with the inserted molded part, d) Shaping by means of thermoplastic deformation, preferably by means of deep drawing.

12. A method for manufacturing a functional component of an insert or an inlay according to any of the preceding claims, comprising the steps of: a) manufacturing a base body of a functional component of an insert or an inlay comprising at least one layer formed from a first polymer material and a) at least one shaped body formed from a second polymer material by means of thermoplastic deformation, b) at least partially oblique cutting of the at least one shaped body such that the at least one shaped body has at least partially an obliquely formed second boundary surface, and at least partially oblique cutting of at least one recess or at least one hole in a dimension corresponding to the dimensions of the shaped body from the at least one layer of the base body such that the at least one recess or at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body has at least partially an obliquely formed first boundary surface, and c) placing the at least one shaped body into the at least one recess or at least one hole of the at least one layer of the base body such that,that the first boundary surface of the at least one recess or hole of the at least one layer of the base body and the second boundary surface of the at least one shaped body are adjacent to each other and form a positive-locking connection.

13. Shoe or orthopedic aid comprising a functional component of an insole or an insole according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

14. Functional component of an insert or inlay, producible by a method according to one of claims 11 or 12.

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