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Tiny Steps Flex Funzjoni Primarja: Żraben għat-Trabi u għat-Tfal Żgħar by Winner Medical Co., Ltd.

Tiny Steps Flex Funzjoni Primarja: Żraben għat-Trabi u għat-Tfal Żgħar by Winner Medical Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż in Disinn ta' Prodotti għat-Trabi, Tfal u Żgħar Competition Category.


BronżProdotti għat-Trabi· 2024

Tiny Steps Flex Funzjoni Primarja: Żraben għat-Trabi u għat-Tfal Żgħar

by Winner Medical Co., Ltd.

Client: Winner Medical Co., Ltd.

Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż Winner in Prodotti għat-Trabi Category

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The Design

About Tiny Steps Flex Funzjoni Primarja: Żraben għat-Trabi u għat-Tfal Żgħar

Test tal-Ktieb: Tiny Steps Flex hija par żraben iddisinjati għat-trabi u t-tfal żgħar li qed jgħaddu mill-istadju tat-tkarkir għal dak tal-mixi. Is-sula ta' barra tuża qbid bidirezzjonali ispirat mid-dwiefer tan-nagħaġ biex itejjeb il-qbid mal-art u l-istabbiltà. Arka speċjalizzata bejn il-bażi tas-saba' l-kbir u s-saba' ż-żgħir tippermetti flessjoni naturali tas-swaba' tas-sieq. Il-parti ta' fuq hija magħmula minn fibra naturali u hija ħafifa u elastika biex tippermetti moviment liberu tas-sieq. Faxxa wiesgħa u ratba tagħmel iż-żraben faċli biex jitilbsu u jitneħħew. Il-parti ta' fuq u s-sula ta' barra huma minsuġa flimkien, biex b'hekk jiġu evitati kolol kimiċi. Suletta tal-assenzju b'punti ta' massaġġ iżżid kumdità antibatterjali.

The Recognition

About the Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż

Tiny Steps Flex Funzjoni Primarja: Żraben għat-Trabi u għat-Tfal Żgħar huwa rebbieħ tal-Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż, rikonoxximent prestiġjuż ħafna mogħti lil disinji eċċellenti ddistingwuti mill-kreattività, l-ingenwità u l-għaqal. Ir-rebbieħa tal-Bronż huma xogħlijiet bi ħila biżżejjed u kreattivi b'mod impressjonanti li jawtentikaw l-esperjenza vasta, l-immaġinazzjoni u l-ħila ta' riżorsi tad-disinjaturi tagħhom. Huwa mistenni li Tiny Steps Flex Funzjoni Primarja: Żraben għat-Trabi u għat-Tfal Żgħar ikun oġġett imqabbar ħafna, mammirat u maħbub, notevolment professjonali u innovattiv. Dan id-disinn rebbieħ tal-Bronż jinkorporaw l-aħjar prattiki fl-arti, ix-xjenza, id-disinn u t-teknoloġija u huwa eċċellenti fl-attenzjoni għad-dettalji. Tiny Steps Flex Funzjoni Primarja: Żraben għat-Trabi u għat-Tfal Żgħar jissodisfa l-ħtiġijiet b'mod eċċellenti, imiss ix-xewqat, jinċanta s-sentimenti u jattira l-kurżità.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties
This pair of shoes is tailored for the vital transition from crawling to walking. The outsole, with bidirectional grips inspired by sheep hooves, bolsters stability. The specialized arch at the curved connection between the balls of small and big toes improves flexion flexibility. This is enhanced by an elastic and lightweight upper for more natural foot movement akin to being barefoot. Notably, its upgrades in materials and craftsmanship lead a low carbon fashion in infant and toddler footwear.
Dimensions & Packaging
product dimensions, 135 mm x 65 mm x 70 mm
Tags
Crawling assistance for infants and toddlers, Bionic structure at the sole, Ergonomic optimization, Antibacterial massage insoles, Low carbon toddling experience
Production Technology
The upper made from W-natural fiber is gentle on the skin and offers optimal elasticity to fit the delicate feet of little ones. The wide, soft Velcro strap enhances comfort for their tender feet, and makes the shoes easier to put on and take off. The upper and outsole are expertly stitched, avoiding any hazards from chemical adhesives and formaldehyde. The use of sustainable materials like natural fibers and environmentally friendly rubber pioneers a low-carbon fashion for infants and toddlers.
Design Challenge
The key challenge was aiding little ones in the vital transition from crawling to walking. For this end, the sole utilizes a bionic design inspired by sheep hooves, featuring bidirectional grips to secure a robust ground grip and stabilize steps. This feature enhances safety on various ground conditions. Moreover, the specialized arch, located at the curved juncture between the balls of small and big toes, minimizes constraints on natural toe flexion, offering a sensation akin to being barefoot.
Research
The crawling stage is vital for brain and muscular coordination of little ones. Yet, numerous footwear options, with thick outsoles or monotonous patterns, inhibit proper foot exercise. To solve this issue, this pair of shoes has been revolutionized with a bionic design at the outsole, tailored for the growth needs of this age group. And the specialized arch, at the curved juncture between the balls of big and small toes, improves toe flexibility and strength, fostering healthy gait development.
Inspiration
This pair of shoes is designed with the ergonomic and developmental needs of infants and toddlers in mind. The outsole, bionically inspired by sheep hooves, features bidirectional grips to assist in force application during crawling. This ensures a robust ground grip and stable steps, enhancing comfort for both crawling and walking. Furthermore, this pair of shoes is dominated by an elegant, pastel color palette, creating a harmonious and soothing visual effect to foster a sense of security.
Project Duration
The design and development of the shoes started in January 2023, in Shenzhen. It was introduced to the Chinese market in in January 2024.
Operation Flow
The outsole, with a bionic design inspired by sheep hooves, features bidirectional grips to stabilize steps and enhance walking balance. The fully wrapped toe cap effectively mitigates collisions, and the critical areas like the heel and arch have been expertly reinforced to provide extra support. Additionally, the wormwood insole, with massage points, offers lasting antibacterial effects and promotes blood circulation, championing holistic foot health of little ones.
Team Members
Junnan Xiao
Yujing Zhu

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