New Balance 發佈首款 3D 打印跑鞋

隨著 3D 打印技術的推廣和發展，越來越多的運動品牌開始著手于將這項技術應用到產品研發之中，此番 New Balance 便緊跟行業發展的腳步，發佈旗下首款搭載 3D 打印鞋底的跑鞋。這種革命性鞋底是基於 Fresh Foam 系列進行研發的，研發過程也參考了人類在跑步時的足底壓力反饋，然後通過 3D System 技術搭配 DuraForm Flex TPU 材質製作而成。相比於市面上現有的 3D 打印鞋底而言，這種材質在柔韌性、強度、重量和透氣性之間取得更好的平衡，因此也更加適合用戶穿著跑步。對於這項了不起的設計，New Balance 創新賀工程總管 Sean Murphy 表示：

This project represents an unprecedented technical collaboration in footwear. To deliver this level of performance with a 3D printed component, we paired experts in running and biomechanics with leaders in plastics engineering, material development and generative design. These are the types of collaborations that will drive footwear design and manufacturing in the future.

品牌主席兼 CEO Robert DeMartini 也補充道：

In 2013 we said this was the future of footwear manufacturing and today we are proud to bring the future to consumers with a fully 3D printed midsole. With 3D printing we are able to pursue performance customization at a whole new level. The New Balance Innovation Team is showcasing the latest in performance running and these advancements signify an important step forward to becoming one of the world’s top athletic brands.

據悉這款搭載 3D 打印鞋底的跑鞋將於 2016 年 1 月舉辦的 Consumer Electronics Show 上正式與大家見面，並計劃於明年 4 月正式上架！