Two Sock System With Support Bands Preventing Movement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing athletic sock systems require attachment to function effectively, leading to discomfort and blisters due to friction, especially during quick side-to-side movements, and existing two-sock systems are not designed to remain in place without being physically connected.
Innovation Solution
A two-sock system comprising an inner and outer sock with a support band system that prevents movement between the socks without attachment, using ankle and arch support bands on the inner sock and an outer support band on the outer sock to grip the foot and each other, respectively, ensuring comfort and support during athletic activities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If two separate socks are worn to provide cushioning and support, then comfort and protection are improved, but the socks move relative to each other and the foot causing friction and blisters
Solution Approach 1:
The inner sock is nested within the outer sock, with the inner sock's heel portion positioned inside the outer sock's heel portion. This nesting arrangement allows the socks to work together as a unified system, preventing relative movement between them while maintaining their individual cushioning and support functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The socks utilize elastic portions that dynamically adapt to the foot's movements and shape. The elastic material allows the socks to move with the foot rather than against it, reducing friction while maintaining secure positioning during athletic activities.
2Reliability
If socks are attached to each other to prevent movement, then sock stability is improved, but comfort is reduced due to friction and blisters
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of attaching the socks externally, the inner sock is nested within the outer sock. This nested configuration prevents relative movement between the socks while avoiding external attachment mechanisms that would create friction and discomfort on the foot.
Solution Approach 2:
The socks feature localized elastic portions at specific areas (heel, arch, toe) rather than uniform attachment throughout. This localized approach provides stability where needed while maintaining comfort in other areas, preventing friction and blisters.
3Device complexity
If a single sock is worn to simplify the system, then device complexity is reduced, but cushioning and support are insufficient for athletic activities
Solution Approach 1:
The sock system is segmented into two distinct functional layers: an inner sock providing cushioning and moisture management, and an outer sock providing support and structure. This segmentation allows each layer to specialize in specific functions that a single sock cannot provide alone.
Solution Approach 2:
The inner and outer socks are merged through nesting and elastic interaction to function as a unified athletic sock system. The combination provides both cushioning and support simultaneously, achieving the protective benefits of multiple socks without requiring separate attachment mechanisms.
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AI summary
A two sock system, including an inner sock, and an outer sock surrounding the inner sock, wherein the inner sock and the outer sock include a support band system that prevents movement of the inner sock relative to the outer sock. A method of preventing movement between an inner sock and outer sock in a two sock system, by preventing movement of the inner sock on a user's foot, and preventing movement of the outer sock on the inner sock, wherein the inner sock and outer sock are unattached.