VF has filed a patent for a footwear article with a unique locking mechanism. The design includes a sleeve and locking member in the upper portion, secured by a midsole with a peripheral channel. This innovation aims to enhance the stability and durability of the shoe. GlobalData’s report on VF gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Footwear article with locking member securing upper to sole
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A newly filed patent (Publication Number: US20240023671A1) describes a footwear article with a unique design that includes an upper portion with a sleeve configured to receive a locking member, along with a sole structure comprising a midsole with a peripheral channel to accommodate the sleeve and locking member. The locking member is designed to secure the upper portion to the sole structure by being placed within the sleeve while the sleeve is partially inserted into the peripheral channel. The patent also details various configurations and materials for the sleeve and locking member, such as the sleeve expanding into an elongate tube, the locking member being a flexible rod, and being made from thermoplastic polymer, composite polymer, or silicon material.
Furthermore, the patent outlines a method for making the separable footwear article described in the claims, emphasizing the innovative design of the locking assembly that secures the upper portion to the sole structure. The locking assembly consists of an upper sleeve and a locking member, with the upper sleeve shaped to attach to the peripheral edge of the sole structure. The peripheral channel in the sole structure includes endpoints at the heel portion, serving as entry points for inserting the locking assembly. This design allows for easy assembly and disassembly of the footwear article, providing a practical and efficient solution for securing the upper portion to the sole structure.
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