NIKE. has been granted a patent for S-shaped cleats designed for footwear. The invention includes a unique cleat structure with a mounting base and angled sidewalls, enhancing performance and stability. The patent also outlines methods for manufacturing these cleats, emphasizing their innovative design features. GlobalData’s report on NIKE gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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S-shaped cleats for footwear and their manufacturing methods
The patent US12042019B2 outlines a method for manufacturing a cleat structure designed for footwear, specifically focusing on the integration of various components to enhance performance and stability. The process begins with the formation of a mounting base that attaches to the footwear's sole structure. A first wall is then created, characterized by a flat wall body with distinct lateral ends and a distal longitudinal end. This wall is complemented by two sidewalls, each projecting from the mounting base and adjoining the first wall. The first sidewall features an angled edge at a specific oblique angle, while the second sidewall mirrors this design on the opposite side. The claims detail various configurations, including the orientation of the sidewalls, their geometric shapes, and the potential for integrally forming these components into a single-piece structure.
Further claims elaborate on the specific angles of the sidewalls, which range between 35 to 55 degrees, and the possibility of using different manufacturing techniques such as casting, stamping, or machining from metallic or polymeric materials. The design also allows for the sidewalls to be flat with multiple polygonal faces, and the edges adjoining the first wall can be arcuate. Additionally, the mounting base can include two mounting plates that project orthogonally from the sidewalls, enhancing the structural integrity of the cleat. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive method for creating a cleat structure that emphasizes both functional design and manufacturing efficiency.
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