Future Fusion
A pioneering 3D-printed footwear product line by Peak Sport that produces the world's first fully 3D-printed TPU sneakers using advanced additive manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- Xu Zhihua
- Team Size
- 501-1000
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $542.0M
- Latest Round
- Venture Round
- Key Investors
- CR State-Regulated Xiamen Consumption Fund, CCB Beijing Investment Fund, Ant Group
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Future Fusion 3D-Printed Sneakers (Series 1.0 - 3.0)","3D-Printed Basketball Boots (e.g., Dwight Howard series)","3D-Printed Volleyball Performance Shoes","Customizable 3D Lattice Midsoles"]
Technological Advantage
Integrates industrial-grade SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) for soles and FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) for uppers to create lightweight, high-energy-return lattice structures at a commercial price point (under $200).
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Delivers fully customizable, high-performance footwear with superior shock absorption through complex lattice structures and a 100% recyclable mono-material design.
How They Differentiate
Future Fusion distinguishes itself as Peak Sport's 3D-printed footwear product line that produces the world's first fully 3D-printed TPU sneaker (both upper and sole) using a mono-material, glue-free construction. Unlike competitors who often 3D-print only the midsole (like Adidas), Future Fusion leverages Peak Sport's mass-manufacturing infrastructure to offer fully 3D-printed performance footwear.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Professional athletes (basketball, volleyball, running), sneaker enthusiasts, and tech-conscious consumers seeking high-performance, sustainable footwear.
Industry Verticals
["Sportswear","Additive Manufacturing","Consumer Goods","Fashion Technology"]
Competitors
Adidas (4D Series), Zellerfeld, Nike (Flyprint), Carbon Inc.
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Expanded distribution to over 110 countries; holds 200+ patents in additive manufacturing; achieved mass-market commercialization of SLS and FDM footwear.
Major Milestones
["Launched China's first 3D-printed running shoe in 2017","Unveiled 'Future Fusion' world's first fully 3D-printed TPU sneaker in 2019","Secured $232M (1.5B RMB) strategic funding round in 2021 to accelerate 3D printing R&D","Integrated 3D-printed lattice technology into professional basketball footwear for NBA players in 2022"]
Notable Customers
Dwight Howard (NBA), Andrew Wiggins (NBA), China National Volleyball Team, Sneaker Enthusiasts/Tech Early Adopters