adidas has been granted a patent for an upper design for sports shoes with protrusions in key areas like the toe, heel, and collar. The protrusions have a unique deltoid shape, providing enhanced support and stability. GlobalData’s report on adidas gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on adidas, Footwear 3D Printing was a key innovation area identified from patents. adidas's grant share as of February 2024 was 72%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Patent granted for sports shoe upper with protrusions
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11910875B2) discloses an innovative upper design for sports shoes. The upper comprises various areas such as medial, lateral, toe, instep, heel, and collar areas, each featuring protrusions that protrude from the outer surface. These protrusions are uniquely deltoid-shaped with specific dimensions and orientations, enhancing the overall performance and functionality of the sports shoe. The patent claims also detail the materials used for the protrusions, distribution density, stretchability of the upper material, and the configuration of protrusions in different areas of the shoe.
Furthermore, the patent extends to the design of the entire shoe, including the sole attached to the upper and additional features like a collar area with a rim that increases in distance from the sole towards the heel area. Another aspect of the patent covers a specific arrangement of protrusions in different areas of the upper, with varying sizes and shapes to cater to the specific requirements of each region. The protrusions are designed to improve traction, support, and comfort for the wearer, making this patented sports shoe upper a unique and potentially game-changing innovation in the footwear industry.
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