Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Advanced Footwear Customization Production System

Publication ID: 24-11857030_0003_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Footwear Customization Production System,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857030_0003_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857030_0003_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. 11,857,030.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a method of customization for an article of footwear, but it had limitations in terms of production efficiency, supply chain management, and design optimization. The present invention addresses these limitations by integrating distinct technologies to create a more powerful system, enabling real-time tracking, predictive design, and optimized production workflows.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's synergistic combination of blockchain, AI, IoT, and machine learning technologies provides a non-obvious and novel solution, going beyond the original patent's customization method. The integration of these technologies enables real-time tracking, predictive design, and optimized production workflows, which is not taught by the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different AI algorithms, such as generative adversarial networks, or the integration of other technologies like augmented reality or 3D printing. Variations of the invention could also include the application of the system to other industries, such as apparel or accessories.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The Synergistic Customized Footwear Production System has significant commercial potential in the footwear industry, enabling companies to offer highly customized products while reducing production costs and lead times. The system could also be applied to other industries, such as apparel or accessories, offering a competitive advantage in terms of customization, efficiency, and innovation.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A43 A43D119/00
A A43 A43B3/0078
G G05 G05B15/02
G G06 G06F30/00
G G06 G06Q10/087
G G06 G06Q30/0601
G G06 G06Q50/04
A A43 A43D2200/60
Y Y02 Y02P90/30

Field of Art

Footwear design, manufacturing, and customization technologies, with expertise in digital design systems, supply chain management, and computer-aided production workflows

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced engineering or design background, proficient in CAD systems, manufacturing technologies, machine learning applications, and digital transformation strategies for product customization

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating emerging technologies like blockchain, AI, and IoT into the source patent's customization framework represents a predictable evolution of existing design methodologies. The fundamental customization approach remains consistent, with technological enhancements providing incremental improvements in tracking, design optimization, and production efficiency. These technological integrations represent standard industry approaches for enhancing manufacturing and design systems.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Method of receiving and graphically representing article type selections
PTD Variation
Adding machine learning algorithms to predict and generate design options based on user preferences
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying predictive analytics to user selection processes is a known technique for enhancing customization systems, representing a predictable application of machine learning to existing design frameworks
Source Patent Element
Graphical interface system for article type representation
PTD Variation
Implementing blockchain-based supply chain tracking and IoT-enabled manufacturing facilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating digital tracking technologies into manufacturing systems is a standard approach for improving production transparency and efficiency, utilizing well-established technological integration strategies
Source Patent Element
User availability preference and article type access method
PTD Variation
Creating digital twin simulations and generative adversarial network design representations
Obviousness Reasoning
Using computational modeling and advanced design simulation techniques represents a logical extension of existing digital design methodologies, applying known computational techniques to enhance product development processes
Source Patent Element
Web and remote device graphical interface configurations
PTD Variation
Implementing AI-driven design optimization with manufacturing constraint modeling
Obviousness Reasoning
Extending digital interface capabilities with advanced computational modeling is a predictable technological progression, representing a standard approach to enhancing design system capabilities
Source Patent Element
Customization method for article types
PTD Variation
Integrating augmented reality and 3D printing technologies into the design and production workflow
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating emerging visualization and production technologies into existing customization frameworks represents a standard industry approach for technological enhancement
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857030 and the disclosed technological variations, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the proposed customization and production system variations obvious and non-patentable, as they represent predictable applications of known technological integration strategies to existing footwear design and manufacturing methodologies.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,030
TitleCustomized article type
Assignee(s)NIKE, Inc.