Combat Boot with Interchangeable Outsole and Heel.

摘要

This program addresses the problem of designing footwear with an interface for use with interchangeable molded outsoles. A series of preliminary concepts was provided for selection by the US Army Natick Research and Development Command. The candidate concepts were refined and preliminary models constructed for final selection of a single candidate. Final prototypes were then manufactured in a limited production for delivery to the Army. A contract modification provided additional outsole models to illustrate multi-purpose function. A total of 73 pairs of boots and 78 pairs of outsoles were delivered.