Y3 Neue トレッドミルランニングシューズは by Refaeli Ma is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 A' Design Award 銅賞 in フットウェア・靴・ブーツデザイン Competition Category.

銅フットウェア· 2022

Y3 Neue トレッドミルランニングシューズは

by Refaeli Ma

Client: Refaeli Yaofei Ma

A' Design Award 銅賞 Winner in フットウェア Category

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The Design

About Y3 Neue トレッドミルランニングシューズは

Y-3 Neue は、形状と機能の両方で伝統を打ち破ります。高度な Equal ゲルと人工靭帯を装備し、アスレジャーの美的ニーズを満たしながら快適さをもたらします。 Y-3 Neue は、ランナーがこれまで以上にシューズと対話できるようサポートします。カーボンファイバー片は、底部側面から始まり、足の甲を横切って2方向に分かれて人工靭帯と連携します。 2 つの部分が連携してランナーのかかとを適切に保持し、ランニング中の足首の異常なねじれを防ぎます。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅賞

Y3 Neue トレッドミルランニングシューズはは、創造性、独創性、鋭い洞察力で際立つ傑出したデザインに授与される、高い権威をもつ評価である A' Design Award 銅賞の受賞作品です。銅賞の受賞作品は、十分に巧みで印象的なほど創造的な工芸品であり、デザイナーの豊富な経験、想像力、機知を裏づけています。Y3 Neue トレッドミルランニングシューズはは、高く評価され、称賛され、愛される品であり、顕著にプロフェッショナルで革新的であることが期待されます。この A' Design Award 銅賞を受賞したデザインは、芸術・科学・デザイン・技術のベストプラクティスを取り入れており、細部への配慮に優れています。Y3 Neue トレッドミルランニングシューズはは、ニーズを見事に満たし、欲求に触れ、感情を魅了し、好奇心を引きつけます。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Y-3 Neue breaks with tradition in both form and function.
Equipped with advanced Equal gel and artificial ligaments, bring comfort while meeting your athleisure aesthetic needs.
Dimensions & Packaging: Prototype: Men size 10 (10 11/16)
Tags: footwear design, y-3, blue, gym, treadmills, keyshot, solidworks, sewing, running, user research, trend research, design strategy, concept development, creative thinking, cmf design, market reasearch
Production Technology: Equal Gel; Y - Artificial Ligament; a layer of carbon fiber on top of the insole; Hand made upper with leather and breathable mesh; 3D cast outsole with tracking pattern
Design Challenge: Identifying the needs of each runner can be very difficult. Treadmill injury to the knee is a very complex process, during which there are many uncontrollable factors. I spend a lot of time studying anatomy knowledge. Prototype production and testing is another difficulty. Model-making methods include vacuum Form, 3D Printing & Casting, hand Sewing, and Clay Modeling.
Research: Expert Interview: Orthopaedic Doctor from Peking University Third Hospital; Owner of Makerfit Studio; Trainer of Makerfit Studio; Sales Assistant Nike; Sales Assistant of Run With Us; 3 Professional Trainer and 15 Runners
Inspiration: Treadmills provide a simple, effective aerobic workout. A staple of commercial gyms, treadmills have also become one of the most popular exercise equipment machines. Most people go to the gym in order is to maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercise. Another reason is to lose weight and transition into a healthy lifestyle. Some people find a community at the gym, and they value the social interactions they have there.
Project Duration: The project started in 2018 and finished in 2020 (Los Angeles).
Operation Flow: Y-3 Neue helps runner interacts with the shoes better than ever. A layer of carbon fiber cooperates with the artificial ligament started from the bottom lateral side, going up across the insteps then separating into two directions. The two pieces work together to hold the runner's heel properly and prevent the abnormal ankle twist during the running. The ergonomic curve of the insole would provide extra support for the arch. While heel landing on the treadmill surface, the impact pushes the gel extending to the medial side to prevent overpronation.
Patents: Pending
Team Members: Lead/Sole Designer: Refaeli Yaofei Ma
Image Credits: Refaeli Yaofei Ma