Y3 Neue Inkweto Ziruka by Refaeli Ma is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze in Igishushanyo cy'Inkweto Competition Category.

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Y3 Neue Inkweto Ziruka

by Refaeli Ma

Client: Refaeli Yaofei Ma

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze Winner in Inkweto Category

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The Design

About Y3 Neue Inkweto Ziruka

Y-3 Neue isenya imigenzo muburyo no mumikorere. Bifite ibikoresho bingana na gel hamwe na ligaments artificiel, uzane ihumure mugihe uhuza ibyifuzo bya athleisure. Y-3 Neue ifasha kwiruka guhuza inkweto neza kurusha mbere. Igice cya fibre fibre ikorana na ligament artificiel duhereye kuruhande rwo hepfo kuruhande, ikazamuka hejuru yintambwe hanyuma igatandukana mubyerekezo bibiri. Ibice byombi bikorana kugirango ufate agatsinsino neza kandi wirinde kuguru kwizuru ridasanzwe mugihe cyo kwiruka.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze

Y3 Neue Inkweto Ziruka ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. Y3 Neue Inkweto Ziruka biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. Y3 Neue Inkweto Ziruka ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.

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