Y3 Neue 跑步機跑鞋 by Refaeli Ma is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 鞋履設計 Competition Category.

銅鞋履· 2022

Y3 Neue 跑步機跑鞋

by Refaeli Ma

Client: Refaeli Yaofei Ma

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 鞋履 Category

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The Design

About Y3 Neue 跑步機跑鞋

Y-3 Neue 在形式和功能上都打破了傳統。配備先進的Equal凝膠和人工韌帶，帶來舒適感的同時滿足您的運動休閒美學需求。 Y-3 Neue 幫助跑步者比以往更好地與鞋子互動。碳纖維片與人工韌帶配合，從底部側面開始，向上穿過腳背，然後分成兩個方向。這兩部分共同作用，可以正確固定跑步者的腳跟，防止跑步過程中腳踝異常扭曲。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Y3 Neue 跑步機跑鞋是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Y3 Neue 跑步機跑鞋將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Y3 Neue 跑步機跑鞋出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。

Behind the Design

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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