Purpose This paper aims to provide a comprehensive review of the state-of–the-art design
methods for additive manufacturing (AM) technologies to improve functional performance …

Abstract Image-Based Simulation (IBSim) is the process by which a digital representation of
a real geometry is generated from image data for the purpose of performing a simulation …

Multi-objective optimization has many important applications and becomes a challenging
issue in applied science. In typical multi-objective optimization algorithms, such as Indicator …

Abstract 3D scanning of the foot is of great significance for footwear customization, intelligent
shoe size recommendation and foot disease diagnosis. In this paper, we propose a 3D foot …

In the context of a research program aiming at defining a framework to acquire patient data
and support the whole shoe design and manufacturing process, this paper presents new …

The use of 3D imaging techniques has been early adopted in the footwear industry. In
particular, 3D imaging could be used to aid commerce and improve the quality and sales of …

In the footwear sector, automation is often performed by robotic arms due to the inherent
adaptive requirements of some of its tasks. With the Industry 4.0 revolution, automation is …

The toe box design is a crucial element for footwear comfort in high-heeled shoes. Their
shoe lasts, however, are developed based on foot measurements taken under a foot-flat …

The shoe last is an essential element because the style, fit and comfort of a shoe depend on
its design, shape and volume. The shape of the shoe last is essentially linked to the …

A shoe's shape, captured by the shoe last, is designed based on the anatomical parameters
of the foot. However, changing footwear fashions result in a variety of shapes and styles of …