Footwear Innovation: From Conceptual Design through to Advanced Manufacturing Techniques is an essential guide for understanding technological advancements in the footwear industry. The book offers a detailed exploration into foot biomechanics, deformities, and machine learning's role in identifying users' needs. It serves as a comprehensive resource for footwear designers, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs. The book is divided into six parts: foot problems and biomechanics; ideation and design methodologies; advanced tools like Reverse Engineering, CAD/CAS/CAE, Augmented/Virtual Reality, and Artificial Intelligence; manufacturing technologies including 3D printing and robotics; risk assessment and usability testing; and finally, sustainability and entrepreneurship in footwear innovation.
1. 1. Introduction - p. 1 2. Chapter 2. Biomechanical assessment of maximum safe twists required for the gradual correction of clubfoot deformity - p. 7 3. 3. Foot problems in human beings: classification, prevention, and design-based solutions - p. 17 4. Part II: Ideation and design methods in footwear design and development - p. P2 5. 4. Technical sports socks as an innovation - p. 33 6. 5. Respectful footwear: balancing style and sustainability in design - p. 45 7. Part III: Methods and tools for creation of footwear - p. P3 8. 6. A short review on the importance of abrasion resistance and breathability for sports shoes - p. 59 9. 7. Challenges and innovation in footwear manufacturing: a global and Indian perspective - p. 77 10. 8. Foot orthoses for individuals with diabetes: a comprehensive review of efficacy, design, and clinical applications - p. 83 11. 9. Therapeutic footwear: innovations for comfort and health - p. 99 12. Part IV: Technologies and manufacturing methods of footwear - p. P4 13. Chapter 10. Advancements in shoe lasts for modern footwear manufacturing - p. 113 14. 11. Use of natural nonconventional fibers in footwear design - p. 125 15. Chapter 12. Exploring the need and approaches for developing an occupational footwear or it's components to ameliorate discomforts arising from extensive standing: a systematic review - p. 141 16. 13. Advancement in three-dimensional printing material and printed footwear accessories - p. 157 17. 14. Systemic unknown-knowns in the Indian footwear industry: an ergonomic perspective - p. 171 18. Part V: Risk assessment and usability testing of footwear - p. P5 19. 15. Effect of heel height of female footwear on kinetic responses during walking - p. 181 20. 16. The impact and applications of ergonomics in footwear design - p. 191 21. 17. Qualitative assessment of materials used for occupation and safety footwear in corrosive environments—a closer perspective - p. 217 22. 18. Navigating European regulation 2017/745: compliance strategies for footwear design and medical devices - p. 229 23. 19. Design thinking and process to develop a foot orthopedic device: an illustrative case study - p. 235 24. Part VI: Sustainability and entrepreneurship in the footwear sector - p. P6 25. 20. Importance of footwear in different sectors - p. 251 26. 21. From balance sheets to community impact: the financial and CSR dynamics of Indian Footwear Companies - p. 255 27. Index - p. 281
Footwear Innovation: From Conceptual Design through to Advanced Manufacturing Techniques is an essential guide for understanding technological advancements in the footwear industry. The book offers a detailed exploration into foot biomechanics, deformities, and machine learning's role in identifying users' needs. It serves as a comprehensive resource for footwear designers, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs. The book is divided into six parts: foot problems and biomechanics; ideation and design methodologies; advanced tools like Reverse Engineering, CAD/CAS/CAE, Augmented/Virtual Reality, and Artificial Intelligence; manufacturing technologies including 3D printing and robotics; risk assessment and usability testing; and finally, sustainability and entrepreneurship in footwear innovation.
1. 1. Introduction - p. 1 2. Chapter 2. Biomechanical assessment of maximum safe twists required for the gradual correction of clubfoot deformity - p. 7 3. 3. Foot problems in human beings: classification, prevention, and design-based solutions - p. 17 4. Part II: Ideation and design methods in footwear design and development - p. P2 5. 4. Technical sports socks as an innovation - p. 33 6. 5. Respectful footwear: balancing style and sustainability in design - p. 45 7. Part III: Methods and tools for creation of footwear - p. P3 8. 6. A short review on the importance of abrasion resistance and breathability for sports shoes - p. 59 9. 7. Challenges and innovation in footwear manufacturing: a global and Indian perspective - p. 77 10. 8. Foot orthoses for individuals with diabetes: a comprehensive review of efficacy, design, and clinical applications - p. 83 11. 9. Therapeutic footwear: innovations for comfort and health - p. 99 12. Part IV: Technologies and manufacturing methods of footwear - p. P4 13. Chapter 10. Advancements in shoe lasts for modern footwear manufacturing - p. 113 14. 11. Use of natural nonconventional fibers in footwear design - p. 125 15. Chapter 12. Exploring the need and approaches for developing an occupational footwear or it's components to ameliorate discomforts arising from extensive standing: a systematic review - p. 141 16. 13. Advancement in three-dimensional printing material and printed footwear accessories - p. 157 17. 14. Systemic unknown-knowns in the Indian footwear industry: an ergonomic perspective - p. 171 18. Part V: Risk assessment and usability testing of footwear - p. P5 19. 15. Effect of heel height of female footwear on kinetic responses during walking - p. 181 20. 16. The impact and applications of ergonomics in footwear design - p. 191 21. 17. Qualitative assessment of materials used for occupation and safety footwear in corrosive environments—a closer perspective - p. 217 22. 18. Navigating European regulation 2017/745: compliance strategies for footwear design and medical devices - p. 229 23. 19. Design thinking and process to develop a foot orthopedic device: an illustrative case study - p. 235 24. Part VI: Sustainability and entrepreneurship in the footwear sector - p. P6 25. 20. Importance of footwear in different sectors - p. 251 26. 21. From balance sheets to community impact: the financial and CSR dynamics of Indian Footwear Companies - p. 255 27. Index - p. 281
