Recently, at the 2020 JEC World Composites Innovation Awards online awards ceremony held in Paris, France, ASICS relied on the carbon fiber material combined with advanced molding technology in its new spikeless track and field shoe METASPRINT. Won the annual JEC Composite Materials Innovation Award in Sports and Healthcare.
This award is awarded by the international jury of JEC World Composites Show & Conferences, the world's oldest and largest composite materials exhibition.
Adhering to the brand philosophy of "a sound spirit in a strong body", ASICS is constantly committed to cutting-edge exploration and technological upgrading in the field of running shoes. Scientific research experts at the ASICS Institute of Sport Science (ISS) located in Kobe, Japan, have devoted themselves to research and innovation, and worked closely with cross-industry teams to develop new carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastics (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics). (referred to as CFRTP) technology, combined with the molding process, explore new uses of the composite material and promote the progress and development of the field of professional running shoes.
Traditionally, sprinters have relied on spikes for traction and grip. ASICS METASPRINT uses CFRTP manufacturing technology for sole molding, which optimizes the appearance and performance of running shoes. The shoe uses a honeycomb-structured carbon fiber outsole to replace traditional spikes, enhancing traction and allowing athletes to sprint with explosive force in every step.
In short distance racing, every millisecond saved is crucial to athletes. Research and testing by ASICS Institute of Ergonomics (ISS) have shown that METASPRINT track and field shoes can help increase sprinting speed. Runners wearing these shoes can shorten their time by about 0.048 seconds in the 100-meter sprint [1 2020 2 In August, the ASICS Ergonomic Research Institute in Kobe, Japan, conducted a comparative test on METASPRINT and traditional spikes. The results show that runners wearing METASPRINT can increase their distance by 6.67 centimeters per second when sprinting, which means that within a 100-meter running distance, a sprinter's speed can be increased by approximately 0.048 seconds. (This test is affected by factors such as the environment and test subjects, and the results are for reference only)
was talking about his thoughts on METASPRINT winning the JEC Composite Materials Innovation Award, and the impact of the technology used in this running shoe on ASICS and the future development of the sports industry. Regarding the importance of CFRTP composites, Mr. Kenichi Harano, President and Senior General Manager of ASICS Institute of Ergonomics (ISS), said: “Due to its good resilience and lightweight, many industries are interested in CFRTP composites. Research was conducted. We are delighted to accept this prestigious award on behalf of ASICS and our cross-industry partners, and to apply this technology in sports to not only help athletes achieve their ideal performance, but also to promote it. Sustainable development. The manufacturing process of this technology can recycle unused material fragments, thereby reducing waste. "
Mr. Kenichi Harano also said: "ASICS has the mission of pioneering smart sports technology and aims to provide athletes in all fields. Equipped with the necessary sports equipment, it not only provides them with protection, but also helps them achieve excellence in competition. ASICS will also continue to be committed to developing various sustainable, high-quality technologies such as CFRTP and integrating them. Used in a wider range of sports including footwear and other sports equipment.”
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