AI-Driven Customizable Footwear: Smart Manufacturing Tech

Publication ID: 24-11857022_0010_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “AI-Driven Customizable Footwear: Smart Manufacturing Tech,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857022_0010_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857022_0010_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,022.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed an article of footwear incorporating a knitted component with tensile strands. However, it had limitations in terms of customization, manufacturing efficiency, and real-time performance monitoring. The new invention addresses these limitations by introducing a system that combines AI-driven design, robotic manufacturing, and wearable sensors to create a truly customizable and high-performance footwear system.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's novelty lies in the integration of AI-driven design, robotic manufacturing, and real-time performance monitoring, which enables unparalleled customization and innovation in the footwear industry. The inventive step is the combination of these technologies to create a seamless and efficient system for designing, manufacturing, and monitoring high-performance footwear.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include using different materials or manufacturing techniques, such as 3D printing or injection molding, to create the knitted component. The system could also be adapted for use in other industries, such as medical devices or aerospace, where customized and high-performance components are critical.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The new invention has significant commercial potential in the footwear industry, particularly in the areas of high-performance sports footwear and customized fashion footwear. The system's ability to provide real-time performance monitoring and feedback also opens up opportunities in the health and wellness industry. Additionally, the technology could be licensed to other industries, such as medical devices or aerospace, where customized and high-performance components are critical.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A43 A43B1/04
A A43 A43B1/0063
A A43 A43B23/021
A A43 A43B23/025
A A43 A43B23/0215
A A43 A43B23/0235
A A43 A43B23/0245
A A43 A43B23/0265
A A43 A43B23/0275
A A43 A43B23/042
A A43 A43C1/04
D D04 D04B1/123
D D10 D10B2403/0213
D D10 D10B2403/02411
D D10 D10B2403/032
D D10 D10B2501/043

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,022
TitleArticle of footwear incorporating a knitted component with tensile strand
Assignee(s)NIKE, Inc.