recyclable Bio Knit trainers have uppers knitted from a single material by Ammo Liao
Polymer yarns are fed into automated machines, which can be programmed to weave various patterns that enable flexibility and rigidity in the desired areas of the shoe. The section around the ankle is more flexible to allow the wearer to insert and remove their foot, while the toe, heel and bridge are rigid for support. Different colours and motifs can also be incorporated into the weave. Knitted flat, the material is sewn together into slipperlike shoes that are fitted into 3Dprinted soles. Before assembly, the toe and heel are heatpressed in a mould for added rigidity, while laser engraving enables smaller areas to be hardened more accurately.
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