Nike Pitch Idea

Image Source The chart above represents a concept design that is explored later in this website. Adapter 22 has been upgraded to Adapter 23.
Shoe Concept	Version Status	Concept Design	Summary of Concept
Program Adapter 22	Old Version (uses physical hardware technology)		In this version, Adapter 22 focuses on functionality over comfort. It contains 22 mechanical nodes that shift outward and transition based off what type of terrain it encounters. The five terrains are mud, sand, concrete, smooth, and rocky jagged ground since these grounds are the ones people generally interact with. The nodes reaction process would be done with a mobile app and code from a microchip in the shoes.
Material Science Adapter 22	New Version (uses passive smart materials)		In this version, Adapter 22 prioritizes comfort and functionality. This leads to the creation of Adapter 23, an extra node located near the metatarsal or "ball" of the foot. For now, there are 22 mechanical nodes covered in rubber and other layers that interact with each other through materials science to "feel" the terrain its currently interacting with. This version also introduces the need to test a new terrain: water, since it is common for people to walk in water puddles or slip on slick surfaces. Once the nodes push outward to “feel” the ground, it transitions to the appropriate protective feature for that terrain.

Pitch

Technology x Fashion

Passive Smart Materials and Physical Hardware Technology

understanding when and how to use and execute each concept

As technology progresses, the value in efficiency, comfort, and sustainability is being redefined every time it's woven into another piece of clothing. As shown in Mock Exhibits and Simulations A through C, embedding technology into the world of fashion enhances functionality. However, it is important to remember this can be executed elegantly, (like the Nike Mind 001 Shoes). When the two worlds collide, it doesn't always have to look like heavy hardware mixed with an apparel design. We, the innovative thinkers, have to be smart enough to know when to use code and when the design is the code.

Exhibits A-C

Apparel Projects

Exhibit A

Image of Advanced Raincoat Inspired by Aerogami Technology

Concept name: Impervious

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The Smart Raincoat

Imagine you forgot your umbrella at home. You're walking along the sidewalk and before you can run a car already splashed you with dirty puddle water and now your day is ruined. Wouldn't it be nice if you could instantly shield yourself without having to get ready? Like you know the rain is coming and every cell in your body activates to protect you against rainwater?

Inspired by Nike's Aerogami Technology, Impervious is a sleek double-layered waterproof raincoat with a thick outer layer and a thin inner translucent layer. The outer layer's purpose (image on right) is protection and style while the inner layer (image on left, mannequin center) houses an embedded network of micro-moisture sensors. If one of the sensors contacts water, it alerts the spine of the coat. Instantly raising the collar and hood while triggering every textronic cell to transition into waterproof mode. Once dry, it reverts smoothly back to a breathable, everyday luxury jacket. Unlike traditional outerwear, Impervious combines a garment with an intelligent, adaptive shield that responds to external environmental triggers in real time.

Exhibit B

Concept Name: Adapter 23

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Adaptive Terrain Footwear

Accidentally stepped in a water puddle? Ever accidentally stepped in mud? Lost your balance on jagged shaped or rough ground?

Inspired by Nike Mind 001's inward-pushing nodes, the Adapter 23 features an outsole with 23 nodes designed to alter and morph its shape based on the terrain it contacts.

*The 23rd Node:
Building on the 22-node layout of its predecessor, the new model adds an oversized, dedicated node directly beneath the metatarsal area, the foot's primary stress point, to dramatically reduce fatigue and pain.

*6-Terrain Adaptability:
Engineered to handle mud, sand, concrete, smooth ground, jagged surfaces, and wet or slick surfaces.

*Active Dynamic Feedback:
Instead of relying on static calculations, the shoe's traction-mapping algorithm (Top Image Left)monitors real-time environmental forces: Impact Frequency, Lateral Displacement, and Moisture Conductivity, bypassing rigid settings for fluid, real-time adjustments.

*Smart Material Science:
When these sensors detect a terrain shift, they route a micro-voltage directive to internal electro-rheological fluid layers, instantly shifting node viscosity to alter the shoe's rubber geometry.

Note there isn't a design for Adapter 23, however it would appear similar to the images above with an extra node slightly larger than the others near the front of the outsole. (Top Image Right/Bottom Image)

Exhibit C

Image of Strapless Sports Mold (Mode) Bra

Concept Name: Sports Mold Bra

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Athletic Strapless Sports Mode Bra

Some are too tight and some are too big. Some are just the right size, but are not comfortable to wear all the time.

Engineered for elite athletic performance, The Sports Mold (Mode) Bra dynamically adapts to the unique contours of the wearer's body to provide comfort and functionality. By minimizing physical distractions, this allows athletes to maintain absolute focus during high-intensity training. Additionally, the smart fabric construct provides active ergonomic reinforcement, supporting proper posture and alignment when the body is under stress.

Interactive Simulations

The Logic

Exhibit A

The potential prototype would be based off the simulation stage:

State Machine:
Sensors detect threshold moisture voltage (rain hitting the jacket), a micro-current signal triggers a material reaction.
Model this logical transition in a Python or web dashboard to showcase how the software handles: continuous rain vs. a simple splash, calculate dielectric constant so the coat knows the difference between water and other liquids, sensor map, voltage drop threshold, nine ventilation zones (raincoat textronic cells gradually open throughout the coat not unanimously) and a cascade cool down timer system.
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Code for simulation below

Simulation Code

Exhibit B

1. Mud

2. Sand

3. Concrete

4. Smooth

5. Rough Rock

6. Water

ACTIVE STATE PROFILE:

4. Smooth

Metatarsal Node:
Flush / Maximum Adhesion

Stabilizer Pods:
Balanced Hydrostatic Stance

Adapter 23 3D Simulation Digital Prototype

Each button in the prototype from left to right, is respective of each terrain listed above from top to bottom
The simulation portrays how each individual node would react when interacting with one of the multiple terrains. The code that would have been used for Adapter 22 uses parameters like impact velocity, moisture level, and node displacement to calculate the PVDF layer voltage. This is so the node knows which terrain its dealing with for instance, concrete has a high voltage, and sand/mud have a low voltage.

Code for simulation below

Simulation Code

Exhibit C

The potential prototype would be based off the simulation stage:

Use 3D body scanning and motion capture technology to simulate how different breast shapes and sizes move during physical activities like running. Software simulates the fabric's response to sensor inputs, showing how the textronic cells adjust their tightness dynamically to prevent breast movement.
Test different materials' elasticity and response time to ensure the mold bra adjusts quickly enough for dynamic sports scenarios. Ensure safety and durability, including washable design and waterproofing for electronics.
*The last detail is important because a pocket for devices like airpods and phones may be implemented in the apparel.

Simulation Code

The Inspiration Behind the Concepts

Behind-the-Scene Design Videos

This look inspired another concept idea: an expandable durag convertible 2-in-1 cape/coat