Textile Fabric with Patterns and Three-dimensional Color Shimmer Effect, and Shoe Insole, Shoe Tongue, and Shoe Upper Incorporating the Same

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates to textile products, in particular to a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect, and to a functional shoe insole, shoe tongue, and shoe upper incorporating said fabric.

BACKGROUND OF THE PRESENT INVENTION

Textile fabrics are commonly made by weaving or knitting yarns, wherein yarns of different colors or types are combined to form fabrics with different surface colors or patterns.

Although such textile fabrics can have basic visual pattern effects, they generally feel flat to the touch. Furthermore, their color appearance is typically static and offers limited sensory variation. At best, these fabrics exhibit slight changes in luster when viewed from different angles, with no distinct color-changing effects.

SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION

The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect, and a functional shoe insole, shoe tongue, and shoe upper incorporating said textile fabric, which can provide instant color-changing shimmer effects with dynamic light functionality.

A secondary purpose of the present invention is to provide a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect, and a functional shoe insole, shoe tongue, and shoe upper incorporating said textile fabric, which can enhance ventilation effectiveness when applied to shoe insoles.

Another purpose of the present invention is to provide a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect, and a functional shoe insole, shoe tongue, and shoe upper incorporating said textile fabric, which can provide massage and anti-slip benefits for the sole of the foot when used in shoe insoles.

A further purpose of the present invention is to provide a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect, and a functional shoe insole, shoe tongue, and shoe upper incorporating said textile fabric, which can provide better support for walking or running when applied to shoe insoles.

Yet another purpose of the present invention is to provide a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect, and a functional shoe insole, shoe tongue, and shoe upper incorporating said textile fabric, which can also be applied to shoe tongues and uppers, providing shimmer effects during walking or running to enhance safety.

In order to achieve the aforementioned purposes, the present invention provides a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect, and a functional shoe insole incorporating said textile fabric. The textile fabric comprises at least multiple yarns, each arranged at intervals in either the vertical (up-down) or horizontal (left-right) direction. These yarns are interwoven by knitting in the warp or weft direction to form the textile fabric, which has multiple elongated protrusions and recesses arranged alternately at intervals. Each protrusion and recess are located on one side of the textile fabric, with each recess positioned between adjacent protrusions. The yarns define and include at least a first yarn and a second yarn, where the first yarn is characterized by a first color, and the second yarn is characterized by a second color. Each protrusion includes a first side surface and a second side surface being corresponding in cross-section, where the first side surface is formed by the first yarn and the second side surface is formed by the second yarn, while each recess is formed by either the first yarn or the second yarn.

The following sections describe several preferred embodiments of the present invention in detail, with explanations provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a schematic perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2 is a side view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention, corresponding to a person's eye-level perspective;

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram showing the person's eye at a different viewing angle compared to FIG. 2;

FIG. 4 is a schematic perspective view illustrating the use of the present invention as a shoe insole product;

FIG. 5 is a schematic exploded perspective view of the shoe insole product shown in FIG. 4;

FIG. 6 is a schematic perspective view of a shoe product illustrating the present invention used in a shoe tongue and a shoe upper; and

FIG. 7 is a schematic exploded perspective view of another preferred embodiment of this creation.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

Referring to FIGS. 1, 2, and 3, a textile fabric with patterns and a three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effect disclosed in the present invention comprises at least one textile fabric 12 and multiple yarns (not shown). The textile fabric 12 is a sheet-like structure with a defined length, width, and thickness. The yarns are of appropriate length and are arranged at intervals in either the vertical (up-down) or horizontal (left-right) direction. These yarns are interwoven by knitting in either the warp or weft direction to form the textile fabric 12, which has multiple elongated protrusions 22 and recesses 24 arranged alternately. Each protrusion 22 and recess 24 is located on one side of the textile fabric 12, with each recess 24 positioned between the adjacent protrusions 22. When viewed from the side, the textile fabric 12 exhibits a wave-like pattern, where the distance between any two adjacent peak (protrusion 22) and trough (recess 24) ranges from approximately 0.3 mm to 1.5 mm. The multiple yarns define and include at least a first yarn and a second yarn, which contribute to the structural and aesthetic properties of the textile fabric.

In the textile fabric described above, when there is no distinction between the first yarn and the second yarn, the invention can achieve a three-dimensional (3D) shimmer effect through the varying angles of light reflection from the protrusions 22 and recesses 24.

The spatial arrangement of the protrusions 22 and recesses 24 in the textile fabric is described in relative structural terms. Specifically, the textile fabric can also be characterized as comprising multiple continuously arranged grooves, where the two side surfaces of each groove correspond to each protrusion 22, and the bottom surface of each groove corresponds to each recess 24. In other words, the textile fabric has multiple elongated raised strips arranged at intervals on one side of the fabric.

Each protrusion 22 includes a first side surface 221 and a second side surface 222 being corresponding when viewed in cross-section.

In addition, the first yarn is characterized by a first color. The second yarn is characterized by a second color, with the properties of being partially light-transmitting or fully light-transmitting.

The first side surface 221 is formed by the first yarn, and the second side surface 222 is formed by the second yarn. Each recess 24 may be formed by either the first yarn or the second yarn, depending on the requirements.

The first color may be blue, while the second color may be orange.

Alternatively, the first color may be green or dark brown, and the second color may be yellow.

In another configuration, the first color may be red or pink, and the second color may be white or black.

By designing different colors for the first side surface 221 and the second side surface 222 of each protrusion 22, the textile fabric can create different visual effects based on the position of the observer. For example, as shown in FIG. 2, when viewed from one position, the observer predominantly sees the color of the first side surface 221 of each protrusion 22. Conversely, as shown in FIG. 3, from a different position, the observer primarily sees the color of the second side surface 222 of each protrusion 22. Furthermore, at different viewing angles, the observer perceives different light intensities from the color of each protrusion 22 and each recess 24 which further contribute to the instantaneously changing three-dimensional (3D) shimmer effect with diverse colors.

When the second yarn is configured to be partially light-transmitting or fully light-transmitting, light passing through the yarn undergoes refraction, thereby producing even more color and consciousness changing effects.

Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, the present invention may be applied to the outer surface of a shoe insole, forming a shoe insole 14 with textured patterns. Alternatively, the textile fabric can be cut into the shape of a shoe insole for use. This application increases the breathability of the shoe and provides additional benefits such as foot massage and anti-slip effects. In particular, when the textile fabric is applied to both outer surfaces of the shoe insole 14, it significantly improves ventilation effectiveness.

When the textile fabric is used in the shoe insole 14 and there is no difference in properties between the first yarn and the second yarn, it still effectively provides breathability, foot massage, and anti-slip benefits to the shoe.

In the textile fabric or its application in the shoe insole 14, either the first yarn or the second yarn can be made of a polyester fiber containing copper ions with a red or yellow color. This configuration provides additional antibacterial, antimicrobial, and deodorizing properties.

Referring again to FIG. 4, when the textured pattern of the present invention is oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis of the shoe insole 14, the pattern can produce enhanced reactive force and friction against the user's foot. This arrangement provides improved support for walking or running.

In the textile fabric or its application in the shoe insole 14, the first yarn can be configured as a cationic-dyeable polyester, while the second yarn can be a Nylon fiber, chemically referred to as a polyamide fiber.

The textile fabric or its application in the shoe insole 14 may further include a third yarn, such as a polyester fiber containing copper ions with the red or yellow color. The third yarn can be incorporated into each protrusion 22 or recess 24, or alternatively or additionally incorporated into the first side surface 221, the second side surface 222, or each recess 24. This configuration enables the present invention or its application in the shoe insole 14 to introduce additional color variations. When the third yarn is the polyester fiber containing copper ions, the invention or its application in the shoe insole 14 gains additional antibacterial, antimicrobial, and deodorizing properties.

Referring to FIG. 6. The present invention also can be applied to the outer surface of a shoe tongue 15 or a shoe upper 16 to form a shoe with textured patterns and/or instantaneously changing three-dimensional (3D) color shimmer effects, providing a safety functionality through these shimmer effects during walking or running.

Referring to FIG. 7. The side of the textile fabric 12 or the surface of the multiple yarns may be covered with a coating layer 17. The coating layer 17 includes a nano-fluorine water repellent material, such as a nano-fluorine water repellent agent of perfluoroalkyl ethyl acrylate copolymer, and an adhesive material, thereby enabling the textile fabric disclosed in the present invention or its application in a shoe to achieve water repellent/water resistant effects.

The water-repellent material can be prepared by mixing water, perfluoroalkyl ethyl acrylate copolymer, and dipropylene glycol methyl ether with the adhesive material such as ethyl acetate, to ensure the coating layer 17 adhere to the multiple yarns. The present invention uses the perfluoroalkyl ethyl acrylate copolymer-based water repellent to impart water-repellent properties to the multiple yarns, while also providing resistance to sunlight, high temperature, and washing, along with transparency, thereby prolonging the lifespan of the textile fabric. Perfluoroalkyl ethyl acrylate copolymers are commercially available and exhibit superior water-repellent effectiveness compared to other materials. However, other commercially available water repellents may also be used to achieve similar water-repellent effects. Additionally, fluorine-free acrylic copolymers can serve as water repellents, offering comparable performance to achieve the desired water repellency and durability.