TODAY’S PATENT – ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR WITH KNITTED COMPONENT HAVING PLURALITY OF GRADUATED PROJECTIONS

The said invention (US11980251B2) was invented by Lysandre Follet, Gjermund Haugbro, James Molyneux and Philip Woodman on 11^th September 2015. Currently; it stands assigned to Nike Inc.

Footwear is composed of an upper and a sole. The midsole cushions impacts, while the outsole provides grip. The upper, which covers the foot and sometimes extends around the ankle, has an opening at the heel for easy entry. A lacing or strap system adjusts the fit, facilitating easy wear and removal.

The footwear includes a sole and an upper made of textile material, forming a cavity that fits the foot. The textile features a smooth section that conforms to the shape of the cavity. Another section has alternating raised and recessed structures, with the raised parts extending outward and the recessed parts inward, forming a textured pattern.