The Problem
Footwear is the interface between the feet and their environment. Human feet have evolved to become mechanical wonders, with 26 bones and more than 30 ligaments providing resilience both for strain over time and extreme strain during short periods. Shoes and footwear have aimed at facilitating resilience without sacrificing function, and they have achieved this through innovations focused on the underside of the foot. The upper side of the foot, the dorsal aspect, is where shoes or boots are tightened. This, however, is also where arteries and nerves are located, and pressure on these structures can lead to cold feet, pain, and reduced control.
The Solution
VPECS (Versatile PErfusion Control System) is a system that takes the anatomy of the dorsal aspect of the middle foot into account. VPECS respects and protects important anatomical structures and reduces nerve and artery pressure as well as increases grip and control.
Latest Articles
European Patent published for VPECS
Today the European patent application for VPECS was published. This is the last step in the final approval of a patent, and gives a good
Interview with The Ski Podcast
The well known podcast namned The Ski Podcast today aired their episode #161 that focuses on ski boots. In this episode the VPECS founder Henrik
Divisional patent application filed
A divisional patent application has been filed based on the original patent application. The divisional application is aimed at protecting VPECS in other types of
Interview with Tom Gellie at Big picture Skiing
Today Tom Gellie from Big Picture Skiing had an interview with the inventor of VPECS Henrik Bjursten. Tom is an experienced skier and devoted ski
US patent approved
Today we recieved the positive news that a US patent (US 2022/0104576 A1) has been approved for the VPECS technology.
One step closer to European patent
Today the European Patent Offcie communicated an Intention to Grant, which means that they will be granting patents in the near future.