Nike - Marty McFly - Automatic Lacing System

It seems like Nike has applied for a patent on the automatic lacing system seen on Marty McFly in "Back to the Future II". Check out the patent exeprt;

"AUTOMATIC LACING SYSTEM
Abstract: An article of footwear with an automatic lacing system is disclosed. The automatic lacing system provides a set of straps that can be automatically opened and closed to switch between a loosened and tightened position of the upper. The article further includes an automatic ankle cinching system that is configured to automatically adjust an ankle portion of the upper."