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Last updated February 17, 2026
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Auxetic knitted tensioning architecture: NikeRecent Research Landscape

Standard footwear textiles lack dynamic structural responsiveness, leading to poor fit and energy loss during movement. These innovations engineer specific expansion geometries and tensioning systems to provide adaptive mechanical support.

What technical problems is Nike addressing in Auxetic knitted tensioning architecture?

Inadequate upper fit adaptability

(18)evidences

Standard knitted structures suffer from excessive stretching or deformation under mechanical load. Restricting zonal expansion ensures structural integrity and precise fit during high-stress movements.

Inadequate structural shape retention

(11)evidences

Standard knitted textiles suffer from permanent deformation or loss of tension under repeated mechanical loading. Integrating thermoplastic elements and vertical inlays creates a stable internal framework that prevents structural sagging and maintains long-term compressive integrity.