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Last updated February 17, 2026

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Fiber-reinforced fluid-filled bladder: NikeRecent Research Landscape

Standard cushioning units lose structural integrity and shape under high mechanical loads. Integrating internal fiber reinforcements and bead layers allows for precise volumetric control and pressure distribution within the upper.

What technical problems is Nike addressing in Fiber-reinforced fluid-filled bladder?

Insufficient impact attenuation

(24)evidences

Standard fluid bladders suffer from excessive deformation or rupture under high-pressure loads. Enhancing tensile strength prevents catastrophic failure and maintains shape stability during dynamic impact.

Insufficient localized impact attenuation

(9)evidences

Standard cushioning systems fail to provide targeted pressure distribution across varying foot-strike zones. Resolving this prevents structural bottoming out and uneven mechanical fatigue.