# Aerospace Tech Sneakers Me Next is a 3D-Printed Sneaker with Aerospace Technology By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-06-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/me-next References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/me-next-announces-launch-of-the-1st-3d-printed-sneaker-with-aerospace-technology-301308111.html) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/menext/the-1st-3d-printed-sneaker-inspired-by-aerospace-technology) The Me Next [3D-printed sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-novalis-styrax-breeze) is the first of its kind that's enhanced with aerospace technology and it combines style, comfort and [environmentally friendly materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allbirds-m00nshot-zero). According to Me Next, "a special gradient sandwich structure, a concept used in the aerospace field has been applied to the midsole design for the very first time in footwear" so that the design offers buffer performance and [great shock absorption](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudnova-2). Walking even a kilometer means that the feet will have 600-700 impacts with the ground and this number only gets higher with exercise. Thanks to the Gradient Sandwich Structure concept of the sneaker, large amounts of energy are absorbed to provide great comfort and protection; the midsole of the shoe boasts more than 762 cushioning units to support the pressure points on the feet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Aerospace-enhanced Footwear:** Opportunity to innovate and disrupt the footwear industry with the integration of aerospace technology and cushioning design for improved comfort and protection. - **3d-printed Shoes:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the footwear industry by incorporating 3D printing technology to create superior quality shoes with custom fit options. - **Environmentally-friendly Sneakers:** An opportunity for eco-friendly innovation in the footwear industry by utilizing sustainable materials to create comfortable and stylish sneakers without compromising environmental impact. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear Industry:** The application of aerospace technology and cushioning design can disrupt the footwear industry by introducing superior quality shoes with advanced features. - **3D Printing Industry:** The integration of 3D printing technology in shoe manufacturing can offer custom fit options, establish new business models and create disruptive innovation opportunities in the footwear industry. - **Sustainable Fashion Industry:** The creation of environmentally friendly sneakers can disrupt the fashion industry by meeting the growing consumer demand for sustainable and ethical fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Sports Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-1000.md) - [High-Tech Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-dn8.md) - [Responsive Dual-Chamber Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-dn.md) - [3D-Printed Skeletal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskyn.md) - [Net Zero Carbon Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allbirds-m00nshot-zero.md) - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Autumnal Aerodynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dfranklin-aero-sneakers.md) - [Custom 3D-Printed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sean-wotherspoon-x-zellerfeld.md) - [Sleek Footwear Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-1000.md)