Walled Cleat System for Lateral Stability in Footwear
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sports shoes with cleat systems fail to provide adequate lateral stability and traction, which is essential for dynamic movements on various surfaces like natural and synthetic turf.
Innovation Solution
A walled cleat system is introduced, featuring primary and secondary cleats arranged in an alternating pattern on the outer peripheral zone of the sole, with primary cleats having a larger height than secondary cleats, and toe cleats designed to engage the ground surface, forming a continuous wall-like surface for enhanced traction and support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If traditional cleat systems are used, then the structure is simple, but lateral stability and traction are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The cleat system is segmented into multiple rows with primary cleats and secondary cleats arranged in alternating patterns. This segmentation allows each row to contribute differently to traction and stability, with primary cleats providing main penetration and secondary cleats enhancing lateral stability, thereby resolving the contradiction between structural simplicity and lateral stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention adds a dimensional aspect by arranging cleats in multiple rows with varying heights and orientations. The alternating pattern of primary and secondary cleats creates a three-dimensional walled structure that engages the ground surface at different levels, improving lateral stability without significantly increasing overall complexity.
2Force
If cleats are arranged to maximize penetration, then ground engagement is improved, but lateral support is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
Different rows of cleats are given different local qualities through varying heights and orientations. Primary cleats are designed for maximum ground penetration with greater height, while secondary cleats provide lateral support with optimized positioning. This local differentiation allows the system to simultaneously achieve both strong ground engagement and lateral support.
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AI summary
An article of footwear with primary cleats and secondary cleats is disclosed. The primary and secondary cleats are preferably disposed on an outer peripheral zone of a forefoot portion of a sole and present a walled cleat system on a portion of the outer peripheral zone. The article of footwear also includes bladed toe cleats.