WO2017142967A1 - Système et procédé d'ajustement pour article chaussant personnalisable - Google Patents

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WO2017142967A1
WO2017142967A1 PCT/US2017/018001 US2017018001W WO2017142967A1 WO 2017142967 A1 WO2017142967 A1 WO 2017142967A1 US 2017018001 W US2017018001 W US 2017018001W WO 2017142967 A1 WO2017142967 A1 WO 2017142967A1
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  • This application relates to a fitting system for self-customizing footwear. More particularly, this application relates to insole systems and methods which provide a precision fit for footwear.
  • a kit for providing customizable fit for footwear may include a first imprint insole system having an insole affixed to a cradle; a second imprint insole system having a pressure-sensitive insole affixed to a second cradle; and instructions for activating the customized insole.
  • the first imprint insole system is a fitting insole dimensioned to fit within a shoe.
  • the second imprint insole system may be dimensioned substantially similarly to said first insole and is trimmable to accommodate a plurality of shoe shapes.
  • the second insole includes a pressure sensitive layer configured to conform to the shape of a wearer's foot upon the application of pressure.
  • the first and second cradle may be constructed from a polyurethane foam material.
  • the imprint insole systems may include a cutting guide.
  • the kit may likewise include instructions for trimming the first or second imprint insole systems or both the first and second imprint insole systems along the cutting guide to promote a better fit of the insoles in a shoe.
  • the kit can include thermoformed plastic packaging of the first and second insole system.
  • the packaging may include at least one cut out window.
  • the pressure sensitive layer of the second insole system is a thermoset polymer.
  • the kit for providing customizable fit for footwear can include instructions for activating the second pressure sensitive insole.
  • the instructions may include advising the wearer to insert the first insole system into a shoe. The wearer may then confirm the fit of the shoe by inserting his or her foot in the shoe having the first fitting insole.
  • the instructions may further include a directive to remove the first insole system and replace the first insole system with said second insole system.
  • the instructions may further instruct the wearer to apply pressure to the insole to activate the second imprint insole system.
  • the instructions may include a directive that the wearer reinsert his or her foot into the shoe with the second insole system such that the second insole can conform to the shape of said wearer's foot.
  • Pressure may be applied by hand activation, by stepping on insole when it is in a shoe, or by manipulating the insole to pre-mix the mold-on- demand components prior to placing the insoles directly on a hard surface.
  • the activation of the mold-on-demand insert can be performed one insert at a time or both the left and right insole can be activated substantially simultaneously.
  • a footwear system may include a shoe, a first insole system, and a second insole system.
  • the first insole system may include a fitting insole having a first volume, and adapted to be positioned within the shoe during a fitting of a potential wearer of the shoe and removed after the fitting is completed.
  • the second insole system may include an insole having a volume substantially similar to the first volume.
  • the second insole is adapted to be positioned within the shoe if the first insole demonstrates an appropriate fit, and wherein the second insole is self-customizable and further adapted to conform to the imprint of the sole of the potential wearer.
  • the shoe may include an athletic shoe, sport shoe and the like, casual shoe, sandal, heel, boot, or an orthopedic shoe.
  • the second insole includes a thermoset polymer.
  • the second insole can include an antibacterial layer.
  • the method may include providing a shoe; wherein the shoe includes an outsole having a top layer and a bottom layer; a cushioning element attached to the top layer of said outsole; a first imprint insole system comprising a fitting insole affixed to a cradle and removably inserted in the shoe; and an upper shell.
  • the method further includes confirming fit of the shoe; removing the first imprint insole system from the shoe; replacing the first imprint insole system with a mold-on-demand insole system; applying pressure to the mold-on-demand insole system; and imprinting the mold-on- demand insole to the shape of a wearer's foot.
  • the fitting insole comprises a memory foam.
  • the memory foam is a slow return memory foam.
  • a customized footwear system may include a shoe; a fitting insole; and a mold-on-demand insole; wherein the fitting insole has a first volume; wherein the mold-on-demand insole has a volume substantially similar to the first volume; and wherein the mold-on-demand insole is configured to conform with the shape of the wearer' s foot upon application of pressure.
  • the mold-on-demand insole may be a thermoset resin.
  • the shoe is selected from the group consisting of an athletic shoe, a sandal, a heel, a boot, and an orthopedic shoe.
  • Figure 1 is an example of an item of footwear according to one or more embodiments disclosed herein.
  • Figure 2 is an exploded view of various components of the item of footwear shown in Figure 1.
  • Figure 3 is a more detailed view of the fitting insole components shown in Figure
  • Figure 4 is an example of a self-customizing insole according to one or more embodiments.
  • Figure 5 is a block diagram illustrating components in a shoe system according to one or more embodiments.
  • Figure 6 is a flow diagram providing an illustration of a fitting process according to one or more embodiments.
  • imprint insole system refers to an insole permanently affixed to a cradle. While an insole or cradle may be described separately, it will be appreciated that the imprint insole system comprises the combination of an insole and a cradle, wherein the component parts (namely the insole and cradle) are permanently joined to form the imprint insole system.
  • the imprint insole system may or may not include a cushioning element, which will be described in greater detail below.
  • Embodiments of this application relate generally to footwear fitting systems comprising a fitting insole and a mold-on-demand insole to provide a customizable fit to a consumer.
  • the fitting insole is provided in order to prevent activation of mold- on-demand insoles during a fitting process.
  • kits comprising a fitting insole and a mold-on-demand insole are specifically contemplated.
  • footwear is provided to a consumer prior to purchase which includes a fitting insole and a separate mold-on-demand insole.
  • the fitting insole has the same initial thickness and volume as the mold-on-demand insole, ensuring a proper fit from heel to toe, tip to tail, and side to side. Once a proper fit is found and a purchase decision is made, the consumer may remove the fitting insole from the shoes and replace them with the mold-on-demand insoles. Once inserted, the consumer puts on the shoes and secures the shoes to the feet. The consumer then activates the mold-on-demand technology in the mold-on-demand insole by application of pressure as will be described in greater detail below. For example, activation can be accomplished by the consumer standing up and applying pressure throughout the footbed.
  • Alternative methods of activation include bursting and kneading the mold-on demand imprint insole (by hand or with the aid of a tool such as a roller), placing the imprint insole on a hard surface and manipulating the insole in a rocking motion to ensure activation and mixing of component parts, then placing the insole assembly in a footbed of a shoe, and securing the shoe to a consumer. Once the shoe is secured, the consumer may stand, thereby applying the pressure of the consumer's weight load on the insole to activate and cure the insole as described in the instructions for use.
  • the material contained in the mold-on-demand insole flows into areas of the foot where voids exist, and solidifies to form a customized insole.
  • Figure 1 is an example of an item of footwear 100 which may be used to implement various aspects of the features disclosed herein.
  • the item of footwear may take various forms. It may be any one of types and/or style of shoe, including but not limited to, athletic shoes including specialized athletic shoes such as cleats, ski and snow boots, roller skates, and the like, comfort orthopedic shoes, orthotic shoes, ordinary casual wear shoes, boots, dress shoes, high heels, fashion shoes, slippers, house shoes, sandals, and the like.
  • Footwear construction types may include but are not limited to flat lasting, double lasted, string lasted, strobel stitched, and waterproofing constructs such as full bootie and gasket type.
  • the shoe 100 may include various constituent parts which are described in Figure 2.
  • the shoe and constituent parts can be configured for use with either a right or a left foot.
  • the shoe and constituent parts are shaped for use with a left foot.
  • the shoe may include an upper shell 201.
  • the shell may be of any pattern such as a high leg boot, court shoe, slingback, mule, sandal, ankle boot, wedge brogue, Derby/Gibson, causal, monk, tasseled loafer, Chelsea boot, moccasin, or combinations thereof.
  • the upper comprises the portions of the shoe that cover the toes, the top of the foot, the sides of the foot, and the back of the heel.
  • the upper may be constructed from any number of suitable materials including, for example, leather, textile, synthetic (nonwoven and microfiber backed), microfiber, spacer meshes, plastic, rubber, wood, natural fibers such as jute and the like.
  • the upper shell 201 can be open toed or closed toed.
  • the heel of the upper shell 201 can be open heeled or closed heeled.
  • the shoe 100 may also include an insole 203.
  • the insole 203 may be a mold-on- demand insole or a fitting insole as will be described in greater detail below with reference to Figures 3 and 4.
  • the insole 203 is permanently affixed to a cradle 205, the insole 203 and cradle 205 together form an imprint insole system 213.
  • the imprint insole system 213 is removable and when in use, can be positioned within the enclosure formed by the upper shell 201 and the outsole 211 of a shoe.
  • the imprint insole 213 is preferably constructed from materials which afford the imprint system 213 the properties of being substantially lightweight, providing the consumer with cushioning for comfort and fit, flexibility for ease in inserting and removing said imprint insole system 213 into a shoe, and providing a platform as well as support for the foot.
  • the cradle 205 is preferably a foam material which offers cushioning, support, heel stabilization, and acts as a foundation for the shoe. Suitable foam materials contemplated for use in the manufacturing of the cradle 205 include, without limitation, EVA foam, polyethylene foam, polyurethane foam, foam, and blown polyurethane foam.
  • the cradle 205 may optionally include an antimicrobial additive to inhibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria.
  • the cradle 205 generally has a shape of the inner base of a shoe and is designed to fit within the cavity of a shoe.
  • the cradle 205 includes markings around the exterior perimeter of the cradle to delineate to a consumer where the cradle may be cut/trimmed to accommodate different toe box shapes as will be described in greater detail below.
  • the cradle 205 may be positioned within a foam (or foam- like) cushioning element 207 to provide added comfort and support.
  • the cradle 205 can thus include a single layer of foam or may include a plurality of layers such as a plurality of durometer foam layers, die out or injection stabilization components such as shanks and the like.
  • the stabilization components may be formed from metal, die out, and injection plastics or in any other suitable material as will be appreciated by a person having ordinary skill in the art.
  • the cradle 205 can be formed in a variety of forming processes such as but not limited to reaction, rotary, injection, direct pour, and compression molding.
  • the cradle 205 provides dynamic shock attenuation and stabilization characteristics. Table 1 sets forth exemplary characteristics of the cradle 205 when fabricated from a pour molded polyurethane.
  • the midsole cushioning element 207 may provide additional dynamic shock attenuation, stabilization, comfort and support.
  • the midsole cushioning element 207 is constructed of a material adapted for shock absorption such as, for example, EVA, polyurethane, blown polyurethane, and blown rubber.
  • the midsole cushioning element 207 is fabricated via reaction, rotary, injection, direct pour, compression molding, injection molding or any other techniques known by a person having ordinary skill in the art of foam fabrication.
  • the insole imprint system 213 may further include the cushioning element 207 when the midsole cushioning element 207 is exterior to the midsole of a shoe.
  • the cushioning element is internal to the midsole of a shoe and is thus not part of the insole imprint system 213.
  • Tables 2 and 3 set forth exemplary materials and characteristics of certain embodiments of the midsole cushioning element 207.
  • Table 1 sets forth the raw materials and characteristics including the minimum-maximum standard for a polyurethane (PU) exposed insole.
  • Table 2 sets forth the raw materials and characteristics including the min-max standards for an EVA foam insole: Table 2: PU Exposed Midsole Cushioning Element
  • the outsole 211 comprises the exterior bottom portion of a shoe which is in direct contact with the ground.
  • the outsole may be constructed from any number of materials including, without limitation, leather, natural or synthetic rubber, fabric, plastic, or combinations thereof and may be attached to the bottom of the cushioning system 207, and it forms the outer boundary between the shoe and the ground.
  • the upper shell 201, midsole cushioning element 207, and outsole 211 may be bound together by any conventional means of adhesion. As illustrated in Figure 2, the upper shell 201, midsole cushioning element 207, and outsole 211 can be bound together at the midsole using a binder 209.
  • the binder 209 may be a foxing tape such as crepe foxing tape, or some other binding material known in the art. It is specifically contemplated, however, that in some embodiments, no binder 209 is required for connecting the upper shell 201, midsole cushioning element 207, and the outsole 211. For example, when the footwear is a sandal or high heel, the upper shell 201 can be attached/adhered directly to the outsole 211 with or without a midsole cushioning element 207.
  • the footwear fitting system may include two different insoles— one for trying on the shoe and the other a mold-on-demand insole which customizes to the anatomical shape of the wearer's foot.
  • Figures 3 and 4 examples of a fitting insole 203A and a mold-on-demand insole 203B are provided. Though shown as separate components in Figure 3, the fitting insole 203 A is permanently affixed to the top surface of the cradle 205 and adhered by any of a number of fusing techniques such as stock fitting, direct pour, insert molding, and flame lamination.
  • the fitting insole 203A may be fabricated from any suitable material including, without limitation, polyurethanes and ethyl vinyl acetates (EVA).
  • EVA ethyl vinyl acetates
  • the fitting insole 203A is fabricated from a slow return memory foam.
  • the fitting insole 203A may be fabricated to achieve a variety of densities or hardness as will be appreciated by a skilled artisan. For example, by varying the air, gas, or blowing agent, the imprint insole can be modified. Likewise, EVAs of different density or hardness can be fabricated by varying the amount of monomeric units (e.g. ethylene or vinyl acetate).
  • the fitting imprint insole comprising the fitting insole 203A and the cradle 205, includes a top layer having a substantially soft texture to improve fit and feel of the shoe.
  • the top layer can be felt or imitation felt and may include special ventilation features such as air channels, shock absorption features, anti-bacterial features, antifungal features, or the like.
  • the fitting insole 203A can be manufactured in any suitable manner known to a person having ordinary skill in the art of insole manufacturing.
  • the outline of the fitting insole 203A defined by its outer edge, may substantially follow the profile of a left or a right foot. In some embodiments, the outer edge is sized and shaped to follow the outline of the user's shoe so that the fitting insole 203 can be used within a shoe.
  • the fitting insole 203A permanently affixed to the cradle 205 has substantially similar dimensions as a mold-on-demand insole 203B permanently affixed to a cradle 205, which will be described in greater detail below with reference to Figure 4.
  • the fitting insole 203A may have a flexible, absorbing surface and is dimensioned to have a thickness and volume that is substantially the same as the thickness and volume of the mold-on-demand insole 203B and cradle 205. This allows for the customer to get a sense of how the shoe will fit when the mold-on-demand insole 203B is activated.
  • the mold-on-demand imprint insole comprises the mold-on-demand insole 203B and cradle 205 and provides precision fit, cradling support, and stability to the user. Additionally, the mold-on-demand insole serves to unify the foot of a user with the shoe to improve overall fit of the shoe, propulsion, fatigue reduction, enhance lateral and arch support, and promote proper alignment of the foot and ankle of the user.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B may take various forms. In general, the mold-on-demand insole 203 B is configured to provide personalized support in areas of the foot which need it the most.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B may be configured to provide a form-fit to the contours of the foot of the consumer, while at the same time providing gel-like pliability and feel.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B may be formed using flexible, resilient materials which provide a fully customized fit.
  • the mold-on-demand insole is configured to mold to the foot of the wearer without needing any 3D scan of the foot or any casting whatsoever.
  • the mold-on-demand insole may provide customization in real-time, generally within a few minutes of activation.
  • the mold-on- demand insole 203B is a thermoset formed insole configured to take on the imprint of the wearer's foot.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B is fabricated from material which can take on the ability to mold to a user's foot.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B is fabricated from a thermoset polymer such as a thermoset resin.
  • the mold-on-demand insole may be fabricated from a slow return memory foam.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B can include a top and bottom elastomeric layer. In between the top and bottom layers may be a middle layer having curable fluid stored in pressure sensitive packets which are pressure activated and may burst to release the curable fluid.
  • the packets contain components that set or cure upon release from the activated packets and may combine and react with contents of adjacent packets to initiate curing.
  • Exemplary curable fluids suitable for use include, without limitation, polyurethane resins, silicone resins, and epoxy resins.
  • curable fluid is contained within a plurality of bladders which are arranged along the length and width of the insole to optimize fit once the fluid cures.
  • the fluid may pool to areas of the foot where voids exist, and a curing process takes place. After a short period of time, the fluid may solidify, surrounding and defining the perimeter of the foot, and also flowing in between the toes and across the metatarsal area.
  • curing can be achieved in less than five minutes. In another aspect, curing can be achieved in approximately three minutes.
  • the curing material may also flow under the midfoot or arch area, ultimately leaving a cured, soft, flexible and lasting impression of the foot.
  • the curable fluid may be compartmentalized to control the flow of the material to different areas of the foot.
  • the toe area may include one compartment of curing material, the ball and arch area another, and the heel yet another to ensure proper support in those areas.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B may include memory foam infused with a pressure-activated resin.
  • a pressure-activated resin In use, when a consumer applies pressure to the insole 203B by, for example, stepping on the insole 203B, the memory foam takes the shape of the consumer's foot and the insole molds to that shape. The application of pressure also activates a resin. The resin is released and sets the memory foam in the shape of the consumer's foot imprint.
  • the mold-on-demand insole 203B is permanently affixed to the cradle 205.
  • the cradle 205 can include markings (not illustrated) around the exterior perimeter of the cradle to delineate to a consumer where the cradle may be cut/trimmed to accommodate different toe box shapes as well as different shoe sizes.
  • self-customizing footwear may be provided as a footwear system which includes both a fitting imprint insole and a mold-on-demand imprint insole.
  • the footwear system 500 includes left and right shoes 502A and 502B. Inside the shoes 502A and 502B are the left fitting insole 504A and right fitting insole 504B, respectively.
  • the fitting insoles are provided within the shoe so that the consumer may try on the shoe without activating the mold-on-demand technology provided in the customizable insoles 506A and 506B.
  • the customizable insoles 506A and 506B are positioned outside of the shoe so that they can replace the fitting insoles 504A and 504B after a purchase has been made.
  • FIG. 6 an example of a fitting process for according to one or more embodiments is provided.
  • the process begins at block 601, where a pair of shoes is prepared with the fitting insole (such as fitting insole 502A and 502B) inserted into each shoe.
  • the fitting insole such as fitting insole 502A and 502B
  • the mold-on-demand insoles such as insoles 504 A and 504B
  • the customer selects a pair of shoes and tries on the pair of shoes using the fitting insole.
  • the fitting insoles and the mold-on-demand insoles (in a pre-activated state) will generally have substantially the same initial thickness from heel to insuring a proper fit from heel to toe, tip to tail, and front to back.
  • decision block 607 the customer decides whether the shoes are a good fit. If not, the process returns to block 605, and the customer selects a new pair of shoes and tries them on with the fitting insole.
  • the process moves ahead to block 609. There, the fitting insoles are removed from the shoes. Once the fitting insoles are removed, the process moves to block 611, where the mold-on-demand insoles are inserted to replace the fitting insoles. Once the mold-on-demand insoles have been placed within the shoes, the process moves to block 613. There, the customer secures the shoes to their feet. The process then moves to block 615, where the customer, now wearing the shoes, activates the mold-on-demand insole. Activation is generally accomplished by the application of pressure. In practice, the application of pressure can be achieved in any number of ways.
  • activation can be achieved by stepping into a shoe with the mold-on-demand insert, applying a force to the sole of the shoe having the mold-on-demand insole inside the shoe, standing up with the shoe and insole on the consumer's foot such that the weight of the customer applies sufficient pressure throughout the footbed to activate the mold-on-demand technology.
  • pressure may be applied by hand activation or by manipulating the insole to pre-mix the mold-on- demand components prior to placing the insoles directly on a hard surface.
  • the activation of the mold-on-demand insert can be performed one insert at a time or both the left and right insole can be activated substantially simultaneously.
  • the customer may stand with his or her feet shoulder width apart as the molding process begins. Depending upon the configuration of the mold-on-demand insole, the customer may stand for one or two minutes, or possibly more.
  • the process moves to block 617 where the customer stands with their feet shoulder width apart, and the material in the footbed flows.
  • the curing material may flow into those areas of the foot where a void exists and the pre-existing shape of the mold-on-demand insole fails to provide adequate support.
  • material will surround and define the perimeter of the foot, flow in between the toes and across the metatarsal area, and under the midfoot or arch area leaving a cured, soft, flexible and lasting impression of the foot in intricate detail.
  • curing occurs within around five minutes of activation.
  • a kit for promoting fit and customized footwear comprises an insole/imprint system having at least one mold-on-demand insole adhered to a cradle.
  • the kit can include a left footed mold on demand insole/imprint system, a right footed insole/imprint system, or both.
  • the kit further comprises a fitting insole permanently affixed to a cradle.
  • the fitting insole/imprint system can include a left footed fitting insole/imprint system, a right footed fitting insole/imprint system, or a combination thereof.
  • the insole/imprint system is provided in various sizes for use with different sized feet.
  • the sizes correspond to typical men's, women's and children's shoe sizes.
  • the sizes of insole/imprint systems disclosed herein are all purpose and can include wide, narrow, children's sizes, as well as sizes and shapes suitable for use in any number of shoe types including heels, athletic shoes, orthopedic footwear, sandals, etc. In some embodiments, sizes can range from size 3-14.
  • the insole/imprint system may include a marking/cutting guide along the perimeter of the cradle.
  • the marking/cutting guide appears on the top surface of the insole.
  • the cutting guide designates the boundaries for which further customization of fit can be achieved by trimming the edges of the insole/imprint system to accommodate sizing as well as different toe box shapes in various shoe designs.
  • the cutting guide can be printed, etched, engraved, or molded onto the surface of the insole/imprint system.
  • the kit can further include instructions for guiding the consumer to further customize the fit of an insole/imprint system by trimming the edges of the insoles relative to the cutting guide on the top surface of the imprint/insole system. Instructions also include a directive not to cut beyond the cutting guide to avoid activation of the mold-on-demand.
  • the kit can optionally include instructions to size the insole/imprint system by removing the manufacturer's insole from a shoe and using said manufacture insole as a template for trimming the insole/imprint system to optimize fit. Instructions can include directions to remove the manufacture insole, trace the outline of the manufacturer insole onto the insole/imprint system, and trim the insole/imprint system along the trace lines to fit. Instructions would further include directions to insert the trimmed insole/imprint system into the shoe prior to activation.
  • the kit includes packaging to prevent unintentional activation of the mold-on-demand insole.
  • the packaging may be a thermoformed clamshell.
  • the packaging comprises a cut-away window to provide visualization of the insole as well as an opportunity for the consumer to tactilely interact with the insole.

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Les modes de réalisation décrits concernent un système d'article chaussant (100). Le système d'article chaussant (100) comprend une chaussure (100), une première semelle intérieure (203B, 203), et une seconde semelle intérieure (203B, 203). La première semelle intérieure (203B, 203) est une semelle intérieure d'essayage (203A, 203, 502A) présentant un premier volume. Elle est placée à l'intérieur de la chaussure (100) pendant un essayage d'un utilisateur potentiel de la chaussure (100). La semelle intérieure d'essayage (203A, 203, 502A) est retirée une fois l'essayage terminé. La seconde semelle intérieure (203B, 203) présente un volume grandement similaire au premier volume. La seconde semelle intérieure (203B, 203) est conçue pour être placée à l'intérieur de la chaussure (100) si la première semelle intérieure (203B, 203) démontre un ajustement adéquat. La seconde semelle intérieure (203B, 203) est auto-personnalisable et conçue en outre pour s'adapter à l'empreinte de la plante de l'utilisateur potentiel.
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