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Небесная энциклопедия

Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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Мониторинг СМИ

Мониторинг СМИ и социальных сетей. Сканирование интернета, новостных сайтов, специализированных контентных площадок на базе мессенджеров. Гибкие настройки фильтров и первоначальных источников.

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26-01-2012 дата публикации

Paddle slipper that offers wearing comfort

Номер: US20120017470A1

Автор: Kung-Sheng Pan

Принадлежит: Individual

A paddle slipper includes an insole for the contact of the sole of a user's foot, and an outsole bonded to the bottom side of the insole for contacting the ground and defining at a bottom side thereof a front open zone, a front support zone and a rear support zone. The front and rear support zones of the outsole lift the insole so that the user's sole is kept above the ground, lowering the chance of water-wetting the sole of the user's foot when the user is paddling. A front groove is defined between front protruding blocks of the front support zone, facilitating discharge of pressure from the user's sole. The front open zone design offers wearing comfort when the user is walking.

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Номер записи: 1

23-02-2012 дата публикации

Sandal with pneumatic support

Номер: US20120042537A1

Автор: Vito Dimatteo

Принадлежит: Individual

The sandal with pneumatic support includes an inflatable bladder in the sole, in the area immediately beneath the arch of the foot when the sandal is worn. A manual air pump is provided integrally with the sandal. In one embodiment, the pump is located atop the toe divider of a flip-flop type sandal. In another embodiment, the pump is located in the heel. A pressure relief valve is located along one of the upper straps of the sandal. The arch bladder, air pump, and relief valve communicate pneumatically with one another. The sandal may be devoid of structure extending between the toes when worn, but may include straps passing over and/or around the foot. The sandal provides greatly improved support and reduces or eliminates muscular problems resulting from the lack of arch support in sandals.

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Номер записи: 2

03-05-2012 дата публикации

Fluid-Filled Chamber With A Stacked Tensile Member

Номер: US20120102782A1

Автор: Amy E. Gishifu, John F. Swigart

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A fluid-filled chamber may have a barrier, a stacked tensile member, and a fluid. The barrier may be formed from a polymer material that is sealed to define an interior void. The stacked tensile member may be located within the interior void and includes a first tensile element and a second tensile element that are joined to each other. Additionally, opposite sides of the stacked tensile member are joined to the barrier. The fluid is located within the interior void and may be pressurized to place an outward force upon the barrier and induce tension in the stacked tensile member. In some configurations, each of the tensile elements may be a spacer textile.

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Номер записи: 3

20-09-2012 дата публикации

Method Of Manufacturing A Contoured Fluid-Filled Chamber With Tensile Structures

Номер: US20120233880A1

Автор: Frederick J. Dojan, Kirvan L. Chao, Klaas P. Hazenberg

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

In one method of manufacturing a fluid-filled chamber, two polymer layers are located between two mold portions, the surfaces of the mold portions cooperatively defining a peripheral cavity with first and second regions, an inward extent of the first region exceeding an inward extent of the second region. A tensile structure may be positioned between the polymer layers and the mold portions may be compressed together. Part of a peripheral portion of the chamber may be formed by drawing first and second areas of the chamber against the first and second regions of the peripheral cavity, respectively. After pressurization, the first region of the peripheral cavity may have a greater extent of outward protrusion than the second region of the peripheral cavity. Accordingly, an asymmetric medio-lateral shape may be imparted to the chamber without the use of a tensile structure that is itself tapered or contoured.

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Номер записи: 4

20-09-2012 дата публикации

Fluid compression system

Номер: US20120233989A1

Автор: Andre Emond, Michel Bisson, Regis Fortin

Принадлежит: STC Footwear Inc

A fluid pump ( 10 ) has a compression member ( 12 ) having a variably-sized compression surface ( 13 b ) movable against fluid pressure in a chamber ( 22 ). The effective surface area of the compression member ( 12 ) decreases in size together with a corresponding cross-sectional area of the chamber ( 22 ) from a maximal area at a beginning of the compression stroke to a minimal area at the end of the compression stroke. Using a variably-sized surface area to compress a fluid volume allows obtaining a rapid gain of fluid pressure even for applications in which the compression member ( 12 ) is actuated at relatively low frequencies and under the action of relatively small forces.

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Номер записи: 5

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Article Of Footwear With An Adaptive Fluid System

Номер: US20120255195A1

Автор: Elizabeth Langvin, James Molyneux, Lee D. Peyton, Nicola J. Reynolds, Ty A. Ransom

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An adaptive fluid system for an article of footwear is disclosed. The adaptive fluid system includes a fluid chamber that provides cushioning and shock absorption for a foot. The adaptive fluid system includes an adjustable pressure regulating valve that may be used to control the pressure of the fluid chamber. The adaptive fluid system includes a valve that prevents fluid from escaping from a fluid chamber during use.

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Номер записи: 6

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Adjustable Bladder System for an Article of Footwear

Номер: US20120255196A1

Автор: Amy E. Gishifu, Elizabeth Langvin, James Molyneux, John F. Swigart, Lee D. Peyton, Nicola J. Reynolds, Ty A. Ransom

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An adjustable bladder system for an article of footwear is disclosed. The bladder system includes an outer bladder that may be inflated using an external pump. In addition, one or more tensile members may be disposed internally to the outer bladder to provide enhanced support. A valve member may also be disposed internally to the outer bladder. The valve member can include a contoured edge to provide a contoured shape for the outer bladder.

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Номер записи: 7

11-10-2012 дата публикации

Removable Heel Pad for Foot-Receiving Device

Номер: US20120255202A1

Автор: Graeme McMillan, Marty Evans, Moon Won KIM

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

Foot-receiving devices, such as articles of footwear (e.g., athletic footwear, etc.), include a foot-covering member (such as an upper member) and a foot-supporting member (such as a sole member, optionally including insole, midsole, and/or outsole portions) engaged with the foot-covering member. The foot-supporting member may include or define a cavity or void in the heel portion of the foot-receiving device. The foot-receiving device further may include a removable heel pad detachably engaged within the cavity or void.

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Номер записи: 8

18-10-2012 дата публикации

Method Of Lasting An Article Of Footwear With A Fluid-Filled Chamber

Номер: US20120260526A1

Автор: Joshua P. Heard, Klaas P. Hazenberg, Mark J. Smith, Taryn M. Hensley, Tiffany A. Beers

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A method of manufacturing an article of footwear may include assembling at least a portion of an upper of the article of footwear, the upper having a lower perimeter edge. A lasting element is secured to the upper adjacent to the lower perimeter edge. The lasting element includes a barrier and a tensile member located within the barrier, the tensile member being secured to opposite sides of the barrier. In addition, a sole structure of the article of footwear is joined to at least one of the upper and the lasting element.

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Номер записи: 9

06-12-2012 дата публикации

Outer sole of a climbing shoe

Номер: US20120304503A1

Автор: Laurent Bouvet, Simone Avesani

Принадлежит: Millet

Outer sole of a climbing shoe made of a flexible natural or synthetic rubber material having the general appearance of a smooth surface, the outer sole including at least in the zone located in its front portion, grooves produced by etching.

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Номер записи: 10

28-02-2013 дата публикации

Interchangeable Cleat System For Footwear

Номер: US20130047465A1

Автор: Andrew Caine, Perry W. Auger, Sergio Cavaliere

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An interchangeable cleat system for an article of footwear includes an outer sole member with a plurality of fixed cleat members and a plurality of removable cleat members. The spacing between the removable cleat members and the fixed cleat members may be approximately constant in at least one portion of the article of footwear. The differences in height between the removable cleat members and the fixed cleat members may be approximately constant within a portion of the outer sole member. The cleat system can include at least three sets of cleat members that can be interchanged over different portions of the outer sole member.

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Номер записи: 11

28-03-2013 дата публикации

SHOE WITH A DETACHABLE OUTSOLE HAVING A PIERCING PREVENTION MEANS

Номер: US20130074364A1

Автор: Lim Ok Soon

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The present invention relates to a shoe with a divided outsole having a piercing prevention means, and more specifically the object is to provide a shoe with a divided outsole, in which front and rear outsoles are detachably provided with a space in between, and which is adapted to be able to protect the sole of the foot of the wearer by providing a piercing prevention means that is soft, but at the same time averts piercing by sharp objects such as nails, on the inside floor surface of the shoe with the divided outsole, and which can exhibit outstanding cushioning while lightening the weight of the shoe by forming cushioning-material recesses in the front and rear outsoles stuck to the front and rear under-surface of the shoe upper and by then inserting cushioning materials, that are formed with air holes, in the cushioning-material recesses. 1131016171014131617210. A divided outsole type shoe with piercing prevention means , configured so that a bottom portion () corresponding to a sole of a foot is provided on a lower portion of an upper () in such a way as to be integrally connected to an upper portion of the upper surrounding a top of the foot , and front and rear outsole portions ( , ) are attached , respectively , to front and rear portions of the lower portion of the upper () in such a way as to be spaced apart from each other , and a bottom reinforcing portion () is coupled to a lower surface of the bottom portion () between the front and rear outsole portions ( , ) , and a midsole () is attached to a bottom in the upper () ,{'b': 11', '12', '10', '16', '17', '16', '17', '18', '16', '17', '11', '12', '19', '18, 'wherein front and rear bottom holes (, ) are formed, respectively, in the front and rear portions of the lower portion of the upper () to which the front and rear outsole portions (, ) are attached, the front and rear bottom holes being smaller in size than the front and rear outsole portions (, ), and cushioning recesses () are formed in upper ...

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Номер записи: 12

28-03-2013 дата публикации

Footwear having air-controlled active element

Номер: US20130074484A1

Автор: Finn Alexander Strong

Принадлежит: Individual

A clothing article for a foot including a sole including a sealed collapsible air cavity having disposed therein a return support for expanding a collapsed air cavity wherein the air cavity includes an outlet permitting a quantity of air to exit when the air cavity is collapsed; an upper, coupled to the sole, for covering a portion of the foot; an air-actuated active element coupled to the upper, the active element including a first mode and a second mode, the active element biased to the first mode and responsive to the quantity of air to transition from the first mode to the second mode; and a communication channel, coupled to the outlet and to the active element, for transferring the quantity of air from the air cavity to the active element.

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Номер записи: 13

04-04-2013 дата публикации

SOLE CONSTRUCTION FOR ENERGY STORAGE AND REBOUND

Номер: US20130081304A1

Автор: Abshire Danny

Принадлежит: Newton Running Company

A sole construction for supporting at least a portion of a foot and for providing energy storage and return is provided. The sole construction includes a generally horizontal layer of stretchable material, at least one chamber positioned adjacent a first side of the layer and at least one actuator positioned adjacent a second side of the layer vertically aligned with a corresponding chamber. The sole when compressed causes the actuator to push against the layer and move the layer at least partially into the corresponding chamber. 1. A sole construction comprising:a foundation layer defining a plurality of bottom facing chambers elongated in a generally posterior-to-anterior direction;an elastic membrane covering the chambers; anda plurality of actuators, each actuator vertically aligned with one of the chambers and engaging the elastic membrane, the plurality of actuators elongated in the generally posterior-to-anterior direction.2. The sole construction of claim 1 , further comprising:a lining layer lining the chambers of the foundation layer.3. The sole construction of claim 1 , further comprising:a top plate adjacent the foundation layer that distributes pressure across the foundation layer.4. The sole construction of claim 1 , wherein the actuators are sized and positioned to underlie a metatarsal region of a foot.5. The sole construction of claim 1 , wherein the actuators are sized and positioned to underlie a toe region of a foot.6. The sole construction of claim 1 , wherein the foundation layer includes foam.7. The sole construction of claim 1 , wherein the actuators include four substantially parallel actuators and the chambers include four substantially parallel chambers.8. The sole construction of claim 1 , wherein the foundation layer has varying density.9. The sole construction of claim 1 , wherein the actuators compressively pretension the elastic membrane.10. The sole construction of claim 1 , wherein the actuators include more than four substantially ...

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Номер записи: 14

18-04-2013 дата публикации

SOLE COMPONENT FOR AN ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME

Номер: US20130091638A1

Автор: NAKANO Kiyotaka

Принадлежит: WOLVERINE WORLD WIDE, INC.

A sole component having a base, a toe cover and an integral line of articulation permitting the toe cover to be molded in an “open” position and moved into a “closed” position during assembly on the article of footwear. The line of articulation may include a line of reduced thickness extending laterally across the sole. The line of articulation may also include breaks defined in the sidewall of the sole in alignment with the line of reduced thickness. The present invention also provides a method of forming a sole component generally including the steps of providing a mold having bottom and top mold parts shaped to cooperatively define a mold cavity in the shape of a sole component having a toe cover joined to a base along a line of articulation, closing the mold parts, injecting a sole forming material into the cavity, removing the sole component and moving the toe cover about the line of articulation into a closed configuration for use. 1. A method of forming a sole component for an article of footwear , comprising;providing a mold having bottom and top mold parts, the mold parts shaped to define a mold cavity in the form of a sole component having a base, a toe cover in an open configuration, and an articulation joint adjacent the toe cover;closing the bottom and top mold parts to cooperatively define the cavity;injecting a sole forming material into the cavity to form the sole component;removing the formed sole component from the mold in the open configuration; andmoving the toe cover about the articulation joint into a closed configuration, wherein the toe cover would have created an undercut with respect to the mold parts had the sole component been molded with the toe cover in the closed configuration.2. The method according to further including joining the formed sole component to an upper.3. The method according to wherein the toe cover extends upwardly and rearwardly over the upper in the closed configuration.4. The method according to further including ...

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Номер записи: 15

18-04-2013 дата публикации

INSOLE FOR A FOOTWEAR ARTICLE

Номер: US20130091729A1

Автор: "DEstais Mathias", Baudouin Jean-Marc, Lagneau Adrien, VINCENT Pierre

Принадлежит: DECATHLON

The invention relates to an insole, and to an article of footwear provided with such an insole, with application to the design of shoes wherein an improvement in comfort is sought. 1. An insole for footwear , having a principal portion designed to accommodate the pressure of the foot of a user , said principal portion exhibiting an upper wall oriented toward the foot when in use and a lower wall oriented toward the side opposite said upper wall , said principal portion having at least one deformable cavity filled at least partly with a compressible , fluid-permeable material , said cavity being provided , on the one hand , with at least one inlet allowing intake of the fluid into said cavity and on the other hand with at least one outlet , distinct from the inlet and allowing exhausting of the fluid from the cavity , wherein the thickness of the principal portion , in the undeformed state of said cavity is substantially constant , with the possible exception of the perimeter of said cavity and/or with the possible exception of said inlets and/or outlets , and wherein the outlet(s) include an opening formed in said upper wall.2. The insole according to claim 1 , wherein the cavity extends substantially over at least the rear portion of the principal portion.3. The insole according to claim 2 , wherein the cavity extends from the portion of the principal portion corresponding to the heel claim 2 , substantially to at least the boundary of the area of the principal portion corresponding to the medio-plantar area.4. The insole according to claim 2 , wherein the principal portion includes claim 2 , in addition to the cavity claim 2 , called the first cavity claim 2 , a second deformable cavity claim 2 , filled at least partly with a compressible claim 2 , fluid-permeable material claim 2 , said second cavity being provided claim 2 , on the one hand claim 2 , with at least one inlet allowing intake of the fluid into said second cavity claim 2 , and on the other hand with ...

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Номер записи: 16

16-05-2013 дата публикации

FUNCTIONAL SHOE HAVING A CUSHIONING FUNCTION AND AN AIR CIRCULATION FUNCTION

Номер: US20130118028A1

Автор: Yoon Keun Soo

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A functional shoe pertains to a cushioning function and an air circulation function, which integrally performs the cushioning function and the air circulation function. The functional shoe includes: an insole () and a midsole () having a tunnel portion (). The tunnel portion () has a lower surface () and an upper surface () having a predetermined angle (α) with the lower surface (); an outsole () having an anti-slip tread (); a foldable resilient member () having a support portion () for supporting the lower surface () of the tunnel portion (), and a rotating portion (). The rotating portion () is resiliently folded by the load being applied thereto; a sealing member (); and an air channel () having one end communicated to the closed tunnel () and the other end located at the front end of the insole (). 1. A functional shoe having cushioning and air circulation functions , comprising:{'b': 110', '102, 'an insole () having an upper surface to which leather uppers () are adhered;'}{'b': 120', '122', '122', '110', '122', '122, 'i': a', 'b', 'a, 'a midsole () including a tunnel portion () formed at a rear end thereof, and having a lower side surface () in contact with a lower surface of the insole () and formed parallel to the ground surface and an upper side surface () configured to form a predetermined angle (α) with respect to the lower side surface ();'}{'b': 130', '132', '120, 'an outsole () having a tread () adhered to a lower surface of the midsole () and configured to prevent slippage thereof;'}{'b': 140', '142', '122', '122', '144', '122', '122', '144, 'i': a', 'b, 'a foldable resilient member () having a support section () configured to support a lower side surface () of the tunnel portion () and a pivot section () configured to support an upper side surface () of the tunnel portion (), wherein the pivot section () is resiliently folded by an applied load;'}{'b': 150', '122, 'a sealing member () installed to seal the tunnel portion (); and'}{'b': 160', '122', ...

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Номер записи: 17

16-05-2013 дата публикации

INNER SOLE INCLUDING AN AIR BAG

Номер: US20130118029A1

Автор: Kim Seong Sun

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The present invention relates to an inner sole used in a shoe. The inner sole includes a heel air bag for supporting the heel and a first arch air bag for supporting the plantar arch which is connected to the heel air bag through a passageway. The heel air bag and the primary arch air bag are coupled to the bottom surface of the inner sole. A second arch air bag is disposed over the first arch air bag to communicate with the primary arch air bag. When the heel air bag is pressed, air pressure is uniformly applied to the second arch air bag through the first arch air bag. 1. An inner sole for a shoe in which two airbags are connected to each other via a channel and are coupled to an undersurface of the inner sole such that the airbags support a heel part and an arch part of a sole of a foot , the inner sole comprising:a heel airbag;a first arch airbag connected to the heel airbag via the channel, the first arch airbag being disposed at a position corresponding to the arch part;a second arch airbag overlying and coupled to the first arch airbag such that the second arch airbag communicates with the first arch airbag; andan auxiliary sole coupled to the undersurface of the inner sole while surrounding the heel airbag and the first arch airbag,wherein, when the heel airbag is pressed, air pressure causes the first arch airbag and then the second arch airbag to expand upward, thereby supporting the arch part.2. The inner sole of claim 1 , wherein the first arch airbag and the second arch airbag are stacked on each other while having the same shape.3. The inner sole of claim 1 , further comprising airbag recesses in the undersurface thereof claim 1 , the recesses being depressed inward such that the heel airbag and the second arch airbag are respectively seated therein. The present invention relates, in general, to a technology of an inner sole used in a shoe, and more particularly, to an inner sole for a shoe which has an airbag coupled to the undersurface of the inner ...

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Номер записи: 18

16-05-2013 дата публикации

Footwear outsole inlcuding gripping tread

Номер: US20130118036A1

Автор: Lavion Gibson

Принадлежит: Deckers Outdoor Corp

An outsole for an article of footwear including a plurality of laterally extending walls where each pair of adjacent walls defines a channel. The outsole also includes a plurality of receptacles between the adjacent walls where the channel extends across each of the receptacles.

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Номер записи: 19

23-05-2013 дата публикации

Energy-Return Shoe System

Номер: US20130125422A1

Автор: Perenich Stephen

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An energy return shoe system has a shoe portion, a flexible lower sole portion and a toe mechanism. The toe mechanism has an upper toe plate, a lower toe plate, and at least two toe arms. The upper toe plate is affixed to the shoe portion, the lower toe plate is affixed to the lower sole, and the toe arms are pivotally affixed at ends to the upper toe plate and the lower toe plate and are substantially parallel to each other. The lower sole is made of a flexible material and there is at least one spring mechanism that urges the shoe portion away from the lower sole. As the wearer steps down, energy of the wearer's mass is stored in one or more spring devices and as the wearer begins to lift their foot, the stored energy is returned to help push that foot off the ground. 1. An energy-return shoe system comprising:a shoe portion having a bottom surface; an upper toe plate affixed to the bottom surface of the toe area of the shoe portion;', 'a lower toe plate affixed to a top surface of the toe area of a lower sole;', 'a plurality of toe arms, a first end of each toe arm pivotally affixed to the upper toe plate and a distal end of each of the toe arms pivotally affixed to the lower toe plate, each toe arm substantially parallel to an adjacent toe arm; and, 'a toe mechanism for providing parallel synchronization, the toe mechanism comprisingat least one energy storage mechanism interfaced to store energy as pressure is exerted between the upper toe plate and the lower toe plate, and the energy storage mechanism releases stored energy when the pressure abates.2. The energy-return shoe system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one energy storage mechanism comprises an expansion spring interfaced between the lower toe plate and a flange at the heel area of the shoe portion.3. The energy-return shoe system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one energy storage mechanism further comprises a plurality of torsion springs claim 2 , each of the torsion springs interfaced between ...

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Номер записи: 20

06-06-2013 дата публикации

Article of Footwear with Thong Portion Including Grooves

Номер: US20130139405A1

Автор: Eric Lonsway, Kelly A. O'Connor, Thomas W. Simshaw

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An article of footwear with a thong portion is disclosed. The thong portion is configured to fit between two adjacent toes to help fasten a pair of straps to a foot. The thong portion includes a plurality of grooves that enhance the grip between the thong portion and a portion of the foot between the two adjacent toes. The plurality of grooves can also enhance the flexibility of the thong portion to help the thong portion conform to the contours of the foot.

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Номер записи: 21

06-06-2013 дата публикации

Article Of Footwear With Insertable Lightweight Interior Midsole Structure

Номер: US20130139410A1

Автор: Dirsa David J., Peters Tamara M., Williamson Daniel A.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An article of footwear includes an upper that at least in part defines an interior chamber for receiving a foot; an insertable interior midsole component received within the interior chamber; and an exterior sole structure engaged with the upper, wherein the exterior sole structure includes: (a) an exterior midsole component and (b) optionally an outsole component that extends under the forefoot region, wherein the insertable interior midsole component is formed from a foam material comprising a reaction product of about 10 to about 100 phr hydrogenated or non-hydrogenated acrylonitrile butadiene copolymer, 0 to about 40 phr modified hydrogenated acrylonitrile butadiene copolymer, and 0 to about 90 phr alpha olefin copolymer, and at least one additive in an amount suitable to form the foam material; wherein the density of the foam material is less than 0.25 g/cm. 1. An article of footwear comprising , in combination:an upper that at least in part defines an interior chamber for receiving a foot;an insertable interior midsole component received within the interior chamber; andan exterior sole structure engaged with the upper, wherein the exterior sole structure includes: (a) an exterior midsole component and (b) optionally an outsole component that extends under the forefoot region,{'sup': '3', 'wherein the insertable interior midsole component is formed from a foam material comprising a reaction product of about 10 to about 100 phr hydrogenated or non-hydrogenated acrylonitrile butadiene copolymer, 0 to about 40 phr modified hydrogenated acrylonitrile butadiene copolymer, and 0 to about 90 phr alpha olefin copolymer, and at least one additive in an amount suitable to form the foam material; wherein the density of the foam material is less than 0.25 g/cm.'}2. The article of footwear of wherein the foam material comprises about 30 to about 90 phr hydrogenated or non-hydrogenated acrylonitrile butadiene copolymer claim 1 , about 5 to about 30 phr modified hydrogenated ...

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Номер записи: 22

13-06-2013 дата публикации

PROPULSIVE SOLE FOR IMPACT DISTRIBUTION AND ROUND WALKING

Номер: US20130145650A1

Автор: Seo Woo Seung

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A shoe sole of the present invention comprises a midsole and an outsole in which the outsole includes a cushion member formed beneath the midsole in a shape of a series of zigzags, with a determined thickness and width. The cushion member may disperse the wearer's weight uniformly to the whole area of the shoe sole and may provide comfortable deformation of the shoe sole according to the wearer's walking behavior due to spaces defined in the cushion member. Since the cushion member gets opened and shrunk repeatedly while walking, the wearer can propel one's round walking, thereby that the shoe sole can reduce the fatigue of the wearer's feet and protect the wearer's joints like ankles and knees safely. 145. A shoe sole with propelling function for impact dispersion and round walking , the shoe sole comprising a midsole and an outsole ,{'b': 5', '10', '4, 'wherein the outsole includes a cushion member formed beneath the midsole , in a shape of a series of zigzags, with a determined thickness and width.'}21011. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the cushion member provides a space defined inside a zigzag curved section to have one lateral opening claim 1 , thereby to disperse impact.35. The shoe sole of claim 2 , wherein the zigzag curved sections at both lateral sides in the outsole are relatively thicker and wider than middle section.41111. The shoe sole of claim 2 , wherein the opening of the space is narrower than inside of the space .510. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the cushion member increases gradually from a medial arch to a heel claim 1 , and{'b': '10', 'the thickness of the cushion member increases and then decreases gradually from the medial arch to a toe.'}610. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein a toe and heel portions of the cushion member are formed wider than a middle portion thereof.7102010. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the zigzag shaped cushion member is provided independently with a support member which is formed on the ...

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Номер записи: 23

27-06-2013 дата публикации

Articles of Footwear

Номер: US20130160328A1

Автор: Berend Thomas, Hatfield Tobie D., Rucier Kevin J., Smaldone Patricia L.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Articles of footwear, including athletic footwear, include cleat structures, strapping systems, sole structures, and/or improved natural motion characteristics are described. Also, methods for making such articles of footwear (and particularly sole structures for articles of footwear) are described. 1. An upper for an article of footwear , comprising:an upper member defining a medial side, a lateral side, a rear heel area, and an ankle opening;a rear heel strap member engaged with or integrally formed with the rear heel area of the upper member, wherein the rear heel strap member includes: (a) a rear heel element, (b) a lateral side strap element that extends from the rear heel element and along the lateral side of the upper, and (c) a medial side strap element that extends from the rear heel element and along the medial side of the upper;a first strap member extending from the medial side of the ankle opening, across a front of the ankle opening, to at least one of a lateral midfoot or lateral forefoot area of the upper member;a second strap member extending from the lateral side of the ankle opening, across the front of the ankle opening, to a medial midfoot area of the upper member;a first tensioning system for engaging the medial side strap element with the first strap member; anda second tensioning system for engaging the lateral side strap element with the second strap member.2. An article of footwear , comprising:an upper defining a medial side, a lateral side, a rear heel area, and an ankle opening;a rear heel strap member engaged with or integrally formed with the rear heel area of the upper, wherein the rear heel strap member includes: (a) a rear heel element, (b) a lateral side strap element that extends from the rear heel element and along the lateral side of the upper, and (c) a medial side strap element that extends from the rear heel element and along the medial side of the upper;a first strap member extending from the medial side of the ankle opening ...

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Номер записи: 24

25-07-2013 дата публикации

Article of footwear with thong portion including grooves

Номер: US20130185954A1

Автор: Eric Lonsway, Kelly A. O'Connor, Thomas W. Simshaw

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An article of footwear with a thong portion is disclosed. The thong portion is configured to fit between two adjacent toes to help fasten a pair of straps to a foot. The thong portion includes a plurality of grooves that enhance the grip between the thong portion and a portion of the foot between the two adjacent toes. The plurality of grooves can also enhance the flexibility of the thong portion to help the thong portion conform to the contours of the foot.

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Номер записи: 25

01-08-2013 дата публикации

Support And Cushioning System For An Article Of Footwear

Номер: US20130192087A1

Автор: Jessiman Alexander W., LITCHFIELD Paul E., Montross Matthew J., Smith Steven F., White J. Spencer

Принадлежит: Reebok International Ltd.

A cushioning member for an article of footwear. The cushioning member is a flexible bladder having a fluidly interconnected heel chamber and forefoot chamber. The bladder is disposed above the sole and beneath the wearer's foot to provided added cushioning to the wearer. The bladder contains air at slightly above ambient pressure and can be formed by thermoforming or by welding two sheets of resilient, flexible material together. A connecting passage fluidly connects the heel chamber and the forefoot chamber. The connecting passage is narrow to control the flow of air between the two chambers. 1. A resilient insert for an article of footwear , the resilient insert comprising;a forward medial forefoot chamber disposed on a medial side of a forefoot of the resilient insert;a rearward medial forefoot chamber disposed on the medial side of the forefoot of the resilient insert, rearward of the forward medial forefoot chamber;a lateral forefoot chamber disposed on a lateral side of the forefoot of the resilient insert;a central forefoot chamber disposed between the rearward medial forefoot chamber and the lateral forefoot chamber; anda medial rearfoot chamber disposed on a medial side of a rearfoot of the article of footwear,wherein the forward medial forefoot chamber is directly fluidly connected to the rearward medial forefoot chamber,wherein the rearward medial forefoot chamber is directly fluidly connected to the central forefoot chamber,wherein the central forefoot chamber is directly fluidly connected to the lateral forefoot chamber, andwherein the lateral forefoot chamber is fluidly connected to the medial rearfoot chamber.2. The resilient insert of claim 1 , comprising:a rearward medial rearfoot chamber disposed on the medial side of the rearfoot of the resilient insert, rearward of the medial rearfoot chamber,a lateral rearfoot chamber disposed on the lateral side of the rearfoot of the resilient insert,wherein the medial rearfoot chamber is directly fluidly ...

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Номер записи: 26

08-08-2013 дата публикации

Training Footwear

Номер: US20130199054A1

Автор: Andrews Michael, Christensen Brian, LEARY Kevin, LITCHFIELD Paul E., McINNIS William, SHINNEY Paul, Vestuti Ricardo

Принадлежит: Reebok International Limited

An article of footwear includes a sole having a forefoot portion, a heel portion and an outsole having a bottom surface including a primary ground contacting surface. The bottom surface of the outsole includes a forefoot bulge and a heel bulge which provide the footwear with controlled instability for providing dynamic conditioning of the wearer's muscles during the gait cycle. 1. An article of footwear , comprising: an outsole having a bottom surface,', 'a midsole having a bottom surface including a plurality of cavities, and', 'an intermediate sole disposed between the midsole and the outsole, the intermediate sole comprising a resilient insert having a forefoot portion and a heel portion,, 'a sole includingwherein the resilient insert includes at least one forefoot compressible chamber and a plurality of heel compressible chambers, wherein the plurality of cavities of the midsole bottom surface correspond with the chambers of the resilient insert,wherein the plurality of cavities accommodate a first portion of a volume of the chambers of the resilient insert, andwherein a second portion of the volume of the chambers of the resilient insert extends outside of the cavities in the midsole such that the bottom surface of the outsole has bulges that correspond with the chambers of the resilient insert.2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the bulges has a periphery and a groove adjacent the periphery claim 1 , andwherein the bulge flexes at the groove so as to move under pressure of a wearer during a gait cycle.3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the bulges has a periphery claim 1 , a center claim 1 , a bulge tread claim 1 , and a first groove provided between the bulge tread and the periphery claim 1 ,wherein the bulge tread has a plurality of concentric treads that radiate from the center of the bulge and are separated from each other by a plurality of respective second grooves, andwherein the bulge flexes at the ...

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Номер записи: 27

19-09-2013 дата публикации

Rigid Cantilevered Stud

Номер: US20130239437A1

Автор: Baker Brian D.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Articles of footwear may include selectively engageable traction elements that engage with a surface or the ground during certain activities and do not engage with the surface or the ground during other activities. The selectively engageable traction elements are caused to engage with the ground or surface when a portion of the footwear is flexed. When the footwear is in its unflexed position, the selectively engageable traction elements may not engage with the ground or surface. Selectively engageable fraction elements may be desired or may be useful during particular, targeted movements such as sharp turns, pivoting, sudden or abrupt starting and stopping motions, and the like and in changing environmental conditions, such as on various surfaces having different characteristics. Wearers of such footwear may benefit from the extra traction provided by the selectively engageable traction elements when performing the targeted movements and/or when wearing the footwear on surfaces with varying conditions. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , comprising: 'the free end is movable away from the sole base member as a result of flexure of the sole base member in the region of the attached end.', 'a sole base member that forms a portion of a ground-contact surface of the sole structure; and a rigid cantilevered stud having an attached end and an opposing free end, wherein the attached end is secured to the sole base member and the free end extends away from the attached end and forms a portion of the ground-contact surface of the sole structure during at least some portions of a step cycle, wherein'}2. The sole structure of claim 1 , wherein the free end is located beneath the sole base member.3. The sole structure of claim 2 , wherein the rigid cantilevered stud is oriented so that the free end is substantially forward of the attached end.4. The sole structure of claim 1 , whereinthe sole structure is incorporated into an article of footwear, andthe rigid ...

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Номер записи: 28

26-09-2013 дата публикации

AIR PRESSURE ADJUSTABLE ELASTIC BODY USED IN SHOE SOLE AS A SHOCK ABSORBER

Номер: US20130247411A1

Автор: YANG Teng-Jen

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An air pressure adjustable elastic body used in shoe sole as a shock absorber is provided with two joining members oppositely connected by a connecting member, one of the joining members is formed with an accommodation space, and another one of the two joining members is provided with an inflation/deflation module which inflates/deflates the elastic body; and the connecting member is an integral structure disposed along the connecting edge of the two joining members and includes an upper portion, a lower portion and a lateral portion which connects the upper portion and the lower portion, the upper portion and the lower portion cooperate with the lateral portion to define a clamping opening for enclosing the connecting edges of the two joining members and sealing the two joining members. 1. An air-pressure adjustable elastic body used in shoe sole as a shock absorber , comprising:two joining members oppositely connected, each of the joining members including an inner surface and an outer surface and being formed with a connecting edge along a circumference thereof, the connecting edge extending outwards from the respective joining members, a first joining member of the two joining members being formed with an accommodation space, the two joining members being disposed in such a manner that the two inner surfaces of the two joining members are oppositely arranged while the two connecting edges abut against each other, the respective joining members being formed by plastic injection molding, a second joining member of the two joining members being provided with an inflation/deflation module which inflates/deflates the elastic body; anda connecting member connecting the two joining member by injection welding, the connecting member being formed by injection molding while sealing gas between the two joining members;wherein the air-pressure adjustable elastic body is a ring-shaped structure, the connecting member is an integral structure disposed along the connecting ...

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Номер записи: 29

03-10-2013 дата публикации

SUPPLEMENTAL REMOVABLE STICK ON CLEAT FOR FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20130255102A1

Автор: Terrell Rayford

Принадлежит:

The present invention provides a stick on cleat for removably transforming a shoe into a functional pair of removable cleats having a flexible detachable base plate comprising an top surface and a bottom surface; at least 5 spikes depending from the bottom surface; an adhesive layer on the top surface, wherein the adhesive layer can be removably secured to a shoe sole; and a protective layer positioned over the adhesive layer. 1. A stick on cleat for removably transforming a shoe into a functional pair of removable cleats comprising:a flexible detachable base plate comprising a top surface and a bottom surface;at least 5 spikes depending from the bottom surface;an adhesive layer on the top surface, wherein the adhesive layer can be removably secured to a shoe sole; anda protective layer positioned over the adhesive layer.2. The stick on cleat of claim 1 , wherein the flexible detachable base plate is made of a plastic claim 1 , a rubber claim 1 , a polymer composition claim 1 , a resin claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The stick on cleat of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive layer comprises ABS cement claim 1 , acrylic cement claim 1 , balsa cement claim 1 , cyanoacrylate claim 1 , epoxy resin claim 1 , polyester and polyvinyl resin claim 1 , PVA glue claim 1 , chlorosulfonated polyethylene synthetic rubber claim 1 , rubber glues claim 1 , or a combination thereof.4. The stick on cleat of claim 1 , wherein the flexible base plate has a shape that is generally in the shape of a shoe sole.5. The stick on cleat of claim 1 , wherein the flexible base plate is generally planar.6. The stick on cleat of claim 1 , wherein the at least 5 spikes are soccer spikes claim 1 , rugby spikes claim 1 , baseball spikes claim 1 , football spikes claim 1 , track sprinter's spikes and turf knobs.7. The stick on cleat of claim 1 , wherein at least 5 spikes includes a total of 7 claim 1 , 8 claim 1 , 9 or 10 spikes.8. The stick on cleat of claim 1 , wherein the at least 5 spikes are soft ...

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Номер записи: 30

14-11-2013 дата публикации

Article of Footwear with Outsole Web and Midsole Protrusions

Номер: US20130298425A1

Автор: Long Bradley S., McDonald Steven C.

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An article of footwear is disclosed that includes an upper, an outsole, and a midsole. The upper is configured to receive a foot, and the outsole is secured to the upper. The outsole defines a plurality of apertures extending entirely through the outsole. In addition, the outsole has a ground-engaging surface positioned at a first elevation. The midsole is positionable such that a lower surface of the midsole extends into the apertures of the outsole and is exposed by the apertures. 1. An article of footwear , comprising:an upper for extending around at least a portion of a foot;an outsole that is permanently secured to the upper and defines a plurality of apertures extending entirely through the outsole, the outsole having a ground-engaging surface positioned at a first elevation; anda midsole positioned within the upper such that a lower surface of the midsole extends into the apertures of the outsole and is exposed by the apertures, wherein the lower surface is at a second elevation, the first elevation is less than the second elevation;wherein the outsole includes a rim section that extends around a periphery of the footwear and includes a plurality of rim apertures, and wherein the midsole further includes protrusions extending through the rim apertures in a lateral and a downward direction.2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the midsole is not separable from the article of footwear.3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , further including a plurality of rim side apertures through which a plurality of midsole side protrusions extend.4. The article of footwear of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of rim side apertures are formed in a heel region of the article of footwear.5. The article of footwear of claim 1 , further including a plurality of ground engaging protrusions formed on the outsole.6. The article of footwear of claim 5 , wherein the ground engaging members are tapered.7. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the outsole forms a web ...

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Номер записи: 31

19-12-2013 дата публикации

Lightweight And Flexible Article Of Footwear

Номер: US20130333245A1

Автор: Becker David Warren, Dendena Constantino, Link Kenneth, Savage Peter R., Steen Michael, Tseng Nico

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An article of footwear with an outer member including slots that increase flexibility is disclosed. The outer member also includes an inner plate including a set of protective strips. The inner plate is disposed along an inner surface of the outer member so that the protective strips are aligned with and cover the slots in the outer member. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an upper defining a first upper slot, a second upper slot, and a third upper slot, each of the first, second, and third upper slots extending from a lateral side of the upper to a medial side of the upper;the second upper slot being disposed rearward of the first upper slot, and the third upper slot being disposed rearward of the second upper slot;an outer member disposed at a bottom side of the upper;the outer member defining a first outer member slot, a second outer member slot, and a third outer member slot, each of the first, second, and third outer member slots extending through an entire depth of the outer member from a lateral side of the outer member to a medial side of the outer member;the first upper slot being aligned with the first outer member slot on a lateral side and a medial side of the article of footwear;the second upper slot being aligned with the second outer member slot on the lateral side and the medial side of the article of footwear;the third upper slot being aligned with the third outer member slot on the lateral side and the medial side of the article of footwear;wherein the first, second, and third upper slots are narrower when in a flexing mode of the article of footwear than when in a horizontal mode of the article of footwear; andwherein the first, second, and third outer member slots are wider when in the flexing mode of the article of footwear than when in the horizontal mode of the article of footwear.2. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the outer member further comprises:a central portion that is horizontally disposed under the bottom ...

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Номер записи: 32

19-12-2013 дата публикации

SPIKE SOLE REINFORCED BY FIBER REINFORCEMENT

Номер: US20130333251A1

Автор: Hibino Shigeru, Matsuo Koki, Taniguchi Norihiko

Принадлежит: ASICS CORPORATION

An FRP-made spike sole of the present invention has a plurality of spikes in a front foot portion, wherein: at least one layer of a main reinforcement sheet which is arranged spanning from a front end of the front foot portion to a rear end of a middle foot portion and made of fiber reinforcement coated with a matrix resin is laminated with a layer of a first cut-off sheet which is absent at least in an area in the vicinity of the front end of the front foot portion and which is arranged in the middle foot portion and made of fiber reinforcement coated with a matrix resin; and a front end of the first cut-off sheet is positioned posterior to a front end of a proximal phalanx of a big toe and anterior to a base of the metatarsal bone of the big toe. 1. A spike sole having a plurality of spikes at least in a front foot portion , wherein:at least one layer of a main reinforcement sheet which is arranged spanning from a front end of the front foot portion to a rear end of a middle foot portion and made of a fiber reinforcement coated with a matrix resin is laminated with a layer of a first cut-off sheet which is absent at least in an area in a vicinity of the front end of the front foot portion and which is arranged in the middle foot portion and made of a fiber reinforcement coated with a matrix resin; anda front end of the first cut-off sheet is positioned posterior to a front end of a proximal phalanx of a big toe and anterior to a base of the metatarsal bone of the big toe.2. A spike sole according to claim 1 , wherein:a second cut-off sheet which is absent at least in the area in the vicinity of the front end of the front foot portion and which is arranged in the middle foot portion and made of a fiber reinforcement coated with a matrix resin is laminated with the main reinforcement sheet and the first cut-off sheet;a front end of the second cut-off sheet is positioned posterior to a head of the proximal phalanx of the big toe and anterior to the base of the ...

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Номер записи: 33

30-01-2014 дата публикации

Sole Structure For An Article Of Footwear

Номер: US20140026438A1

Автор: Cortez Margarita, Fagergren Fred G., Hazenberg Klaas P., Schindler Eric S., Stanke Camden

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

A sole structure for an article of footwear includes one or more outsole portions. At least some of these outsole portions include a plurality of alternating upward-facing and downward-facing elongate channels. The channels may have a base and two sidewalls, with adjacent channels sharing a common sidewall. The bases of the downward-facing channels form an upper surface of the outsole portion and the bases of the upward-facing channels form a lower surface of the outsole portion. The sidewalls are arranged at non-perpendicular angles to the upper surface. A first outsole portion has a pressure-versus-strain curve having a local maximum at a “trip point” pressure value and a first strain value and wherein the pressure-versus-strain curve has a change in strain of at least approximately 10% before a second occurrence of the “trip point” pressure value is reached. An article of footwear having the sole structure attached to an upper is also provided. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , the sole structure comprising: a plurality of alternating upward-facing and downward-facing elongate channels;', 'wherein each channel has a base element and two sidewalls, with adjacent upward-facing and downward-facing channels sharing a common sidewall,', 'wherein the base elements of the downward-facing channels form an upper surface of the first outsole portion and the base elements of the upward-facing channels form a lower surface of the first outsole portion, and', 'wherein the first outsole portion has a pressure-versus-strain curve having a local maximum pressure at a “trip point” pressure value and a first strain value, and a second occurrence of the “trip point” pressure value at a second strain value, wherein the difference between the second strain value and the first strain value is at least 10%., 'one or more outsole portions, a first outsole portion having2. The sole structure of claim 1 , wherein the difference between the second strain value and the first ...

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Номер записи: 34

30-01-2014 дата публикации

MIDFOOT INSERT CONSTRUCTION

Номер: US20140026442A1

Автор: Ferrigan Timothy S., Foresta Brian, Graser Patricia J., Saito Christine L.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An outsole structure includes a medial side, a lateral side, and a longitudinal axis. The outsole structure also has a forefoot portion, a heel portion, and a midfoot portion. The midfoot portion defines a recess and an insert received within the recess. The insert includes a base portion, medial wall that projects from the base portion, and a lateral wall that projects from the base portion. The insert additionally includes a first rib that projects from the base portion and that extends between the medial wall and the lateral wall. The insert further includes a second rib that projects from the base portion and that extends between the medial wall and the lateral wall. Moreover, the insert includes at least one pocket that is defined between the base portion, the medial wall, the lateral wall, the first rib, and the second rib. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an upper; anda sole structure that is operably coupled to the upper, the sole structure including an outsole structure that defines a ground engaging surface,the outsole structure including a medial side, a lateral side, and a longitudinal axis that extends between the medial side and the lateral side,the outsole structure also having a forefoot portion, a heel portion, and a midfoot portion disposed between the forefoot portion and the heel portion with respect to the longitudinal axis,the midfoot portion defining a recess and an insert that is received within the recess, the insert partially defining the ground engaging surface,the insert including a base portion, the insert also including a medial wall that projects from the base portion and that is disposed proximate the medial side, the insert further including a lateral wall that projects from the base portion and that is disposed proximate the lateral side, the insert additionally including a first rib that projects from the base portion and that extends between the medial wall and the lateral wall, the insert further including a second rib that ...

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Номер записи: 35

13-02-2014 дата публикации

Shoe Spring and Shock Absorbing System

Номер: US20140041253A1

Автор: Rabushka Mitchell Gary

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Footwear with a powerful arch spring made with spring boards that can be utilized by the heel and ball of the foot areas during impact for efficient energy storage and return during walking, running and other forms of self-propelled locomotion. The spring boards can extend into the toe area of the footwear to create a toe spring with efficient energy storage and return. Embodiments of the present invention combine the spring boards which are excellent for storing and returning energy with a shock absorbing material which can also function as a secondary spring in order to achieve high efficiency energy returns while maintaining comfort and stability with the footwear. 1. In a footwear comprising a toe area , a ball of the foot area , an arch area , and a heel area; and energy storage and return system for the footwear , the system comprising:a top spring board and a bottom spring board;the top spring board concave up in the arch area;the top spring board and the bottom spring board fixedly connected to each other in at least the arch area to form at least one spring board axis; and whereinat least one of the top spring board and the bottom spring board further include a shock absorbing elastomer;wherein, when the footwear is in a resting shape, the top spring board extends from the spring board axis into both the heel area and the ball of the foot areas of the footwear such that the top spring board does not directly contact the bottom spring board in at least two of the area forward of the spring board axis, arch area rearward of the spring board axis, heel area, and the ball of the foot area of the footwear;wherein, upon an impact, the top spring board is capable of reboundably bending toward the bottom spring board in at least two of the arch area forward of the spring board axis, arch area rearward of the spring board axis, the heel area, and the ball of the foot area of the footwear; andwherein, upon an impact, the bottom spring board is capable of reboundably ...

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Номер записи: 36

06-03-2014 дата публикации

Cushioning Sole For Shoe

Номер: US20140059884A1

Автор: Diepenbrock James E.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

A sole in accordance with the present invention may include a sole for attachment to an outside of a shoe. Moreover, a sole of the present invention may include a sole for insertion within an inner cavity formed by an upper of a shoe. In exemplary aspects the sole includes a base and a plurality of protrusions projecting from the base and integrally constructed with the base. Protrusions may include a side extending at an angle from the base. In addition, protrusions may include a side extending near perpendicular from the base. A plurality of protrusions may be arranged at ball portions of the sole. In addition, a plurality of protrusions may be arranged at a heel portion of the sole. 1. A sole for cushioning a wearer's foot from impact , the sole comprising:(a) a base portion extending across at least the heel of the wearer's foot and the ball of the wearer's foot in an as-worn position, the base portion extending in a substantially planar fashion and having a first surface and a second surface; (i) an angled side extending at an approximate thirty-degree angle from the base, and', '(ii) a perpendicular side extending at a near perpendicular angle from the base; and, "(b) a first plurality of concentrically arranged portions extending from at least one of the first surface of the base portion and the second surface of the base portion, the first plurality of concentrically arranged portions being substantially centered on the heel of the wearer's foot in an as-worn position, each concentrically arranged portion of the first plurality of concentrically arranged portions comprising:"} (i) an angled side extending at an approximate thirty-degree angle from the base, and', '(ii) a perpendicular side extending at a near perpendicular angle from the base., "(c) a second plurality of concentrically arranged portions extending from at least one of the first surface of the base portion and the second surface of the base portion, the second plurality of concentrically ...

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Номер записи: 37

13-03-2014 дата публикации

Suspension system for shoes comprised of carbon fiber springs and other components.

Номер: US20140068966A1

Автор: Chaffin Timothy Roy

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A new self-contained energy transfer system for shoes, which absorbs stores and releases energy and can be adapted to any footwear; engineered to provide the correct biomechanical sequence of events during the gait cycle, eliminating the need for a flexible articulation of the shoe at the toe break. 1. That the energy transfer system is an independent unit wholly contained within itself , allowing the unit to achieve its intended purpose while adapted to any type of footwear.2. That the system consists of two reactionary plates of a convex and concave curvature attached at the toe end and open at the heel end , serving as a chassis for containment of the inner components.3. (canceled)4. That the component springs are of two single lineal arches mirrored to each other and bound at the end creating a modified ellipse.5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled) Please provide a 5-15 word description of what your invention is or does.Suspension system for shoes comprised of carbon fiber springs and other components.Do any of the following statements apply to your invention? The invention was known or used in the U.S. before I invented it. The invention was patented or published anywhere in the world before I invented it. The invention has been in public use or on sale in the U.S. for over one year. The invention was patented or published anywhere in the world more than one year ago.NoWhy are you seeking patent protection? Check all that applyI want to make and sell my invention.I want to prevent my competitors from making, using, and selling my invention.I want to receive credit for my invention for personal or professional reasons.Did you invent your invention alone, or with the help of others?I invented the invention alone.Which of the following statements describes the ownership of the invention?I (we) own all the rights to the invention.Please select the one category that best describes your invention.Mechanical device or ...

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Номер записи: 38

13-03-2014 дата публикации

Apparatus For Footwear-Embedded Mechanical Energy Harvesting System Based On Dual-Loop Channel

Номер: US20140068973A1

Автор: Joseph Ashley Taylor, Thomas Nikita Krupenkin

Принадлежит: Individual

An energy harvesting apparatus is described that utilizes hydraulic actuation and creates a continuous, revolving motion of a chain of energy-producing elements within an energy-producing channel (the channel being in the form of a tube, for example). In particular, the arrangement of the present invention is based upon a specially-designed dual-loop channel topology that allows for efficient conversion of a unidirectional flow of a fluid entering the energy-producing channel into a smooth, continuous revolving motion of a chain of energy-producing elements within the channel.

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Номер записи: 39

20-03-2014 дата публикации

Sole Structures and Articles of Footwear Having Plate Moderated Fluid-Filled Bladders and/or Foam Type Impact Force Attenuation Members

Номер: US20140075777A1

Автор: Bruce Robert M., Heard Joshua P., Kohatsu Shane S., Nurse Matthew A.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Sole structures for articles of footwear, including athletic footwear, include: (a) an outsole component; (b) a midsole component engaged with the outsole component, wherein the midsole component includes at least one opening or receptacle; (c) at least one fluid-filled bladder system or foam system provided in the opening or receptacle; and/or (d) a rigid plate system including one or more rigid plates overlaying the fluid-filled bladder or foam system(s). The rigid plate(s) may be fixed directly to the midsole component or the rigid plate(s) may rest on the fluid-filled bladder(s) or foam somewhat above the surface of the midsole component when the sole structure is in an uncompressed condition. Articles of footwear and methods of making sole structures and articles of footwear including such sole structures also are described. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , comprising:an outsole component including an exterior major surface and an interior major surface, wherein the exterior major surface includes a forefoot projection area and a rearfoot projection area, wherein the forefoot projection area is at least partially surrounded by and projects beyond a first main outsole surface area, wherein the forefoot projection area is connected to the first main outsole surface area by a first flexible web member, wherein the rearfoot projection area is at least partially surrounded by and projects beyond a second main outsole surface area, and wherein the rearfoot projection area is connected to the second main outsole surface area by a second flexible web member;a midsole component engaged with the interior major surface of the outsole component, wherein the midsole component includes a forefoot opening and a rearfoot opening, wherein the forefoot opening is located proximate to the forefoot projection area, and wherein the rearfoot opening is located proximate to the rearfoot projection area;a forefoot fluid-filled bladder system engaged with the interior ...

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Номер записи: 40

20-03-2014 дата публикации

Sole Structures and Articles of Footwear Having Plate Moderated Fluid-Filled Bladders and/or Foam Type Impact Force Attenuation Members

Номер: US20140075778A1

Автор: Bruce Robert M., Heard Joshua P.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Sole structures for articles of footwear, including athletic footwear, include: (a) an outsole component; (b) a midsole component engaged with the outsole component, wherein the midsole component includes at least one opening or receptacle; (c) at least one fluid-filled bladder system or foam system provided in the opening or receptacle; and/or (d) a rigid plate system including one or more rigid plates overlaying the fluid-filled bladder or foam system(s). The rigid plate(s) may be fixed directly to the midsole component or the rigid plate(s) may rest on the fluid-filled bladder(s) or foam somewhat above the surface of the midsole component when the sole structure is in an uncompressed condition. Articles of footwear and methods of making sole structures and articles of footwear including such sole structures also are described. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , comprising:a forefoot outsole component including an exterior major surface and an interior major surface;a forefoot midsole component engaged with the interior major surface of the forefoot outsole component, wherein the forefoot midsole component includes a forefoot receptacle defined therein;a forefoot fluid-filled bladder system located at least partially within the forefoot receptacle; anda rigid plate member including a rigid plate portion at least partially overlaying the forefoot fluid-filled bladder system, wherein a bottom surface of the rigid plate member is exposed and forms a bottom surface of the sole structure in an arch area of the sole structure rearward of the forefoot outsole component.2. A sole structure according to claim 1 , further comprising:a rearfoot impact-attenuation system for attenuating ground reaction forces in a heel area of the sole structure.3. A sole structure according to claim 2 , wherein the rigid plate member includes a rear portion that extends over and is at least partially covered by the rearfoot impact-attenuation system.4. A sole structure ...

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Номер записи: 41

20-03-2014 дата публикации

Sole Structures and Articles of Footwear Having Plate Moderated Fluid-Filled Bladders and/or Foam Type Impact Force Attenuation Members

Номер: US20140075779A1

Автор: Bruce Robert M., Heard Joshua P.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Sole structures for articles of footwear, including athletic footwear, include: (a) an outsole component; (b) a midsole component engaged with the outsole component, wherein the midsole component includes at least one opening or receptacle; (c) at least one fluid-filled bladder system or foam system provided in the opening or receptacle; and/or (d) a rigid plate system including one or more rigid plates overlaying the fluid-filled bladder or foam system(s). The rigid plate(s) may be fixed directly to the midsole component or the rigid plate(s) may rest on the fluid-filled bladder(s) or foam somewhat above the surface of the midsole component when the sole structure is in an uncompressed condition. Articles of footwear and methods of making sole structures and articles of footwear including such sole structures also are described. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , comprising:an outsole component including an exterior major surface and an interior major surface;a midsole component engaged with the interior major surface of the outsole component, wherein the midsole component includes a receptacle defined therein, and wherein an undercut region is defined in the midsole component at least partially around a periphery of the receptacle;a fluid-filled bladder system located at least partially within the receptacle; anda rigid plate portion at least partially overlaying the fluid-filled bladder system,wherein a compressive force applied between the first rigid plate portion and the exterior major surface of the outsole component causes the undercut region to reduce in height.2. A sole structure according to claim 1 , wherein the undercut region extends completely around the periphery of the receptacle.3. A sole structure according to claim 1 , wherein the receptacle constitutes a through hole extending completely through the midsole component claim 1 , and wherein the fluid-filled bladder system is engaged with the interior major surface of the outsole ...

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Номер записи: 42

27-03-2014 дата публикации

Tread Pattern For Article of Footwear

Номер: US20140082968A1

Автор: Binzer Mary

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An article of footwear may include a sole having a lower surface. A forefoot region may include a first forefoot section and a second forefoot section separated by a first flex groove. The first flex groove may be formed by an upwardly extending elongate recess in the lower surface of the sole. In addition, the first forefoot section may include a first set of ground engaging members extending substantially downward, the first set of ground engaging members forming a substantially arcuate first arrangement. Also, the second forefoot section may include a second set of ground engaging members extending substantially downward, the second set of ground engaging members forming a substantially arcuate second arrangement. The first arrangement may be curved in a different direction than the second arrangement. Each ground engaging member of the first set of ground engaging members may have a length extending along an arc. 1. An article of footwear , comprising:a sole having a lower surface exposed to the ground;a forefoot region of the article of footwear having a first forefoot section and a second forefoot section separated by a first flex groove;the first flex groove formed by an upwardly extending elongate recess in the lower surface of the sole;the first forefoot section including a first set of ground engaging members extending substantially downward from the lower surface of the sole, the first set of ground engaging members forming a substantially arcuate first arrangement; andthe second forefoot section including a second set of ground engaging members extending substantially downward from the lower surface of the sole, the second set of ground engaging members forming a substantially arcuate second arrangement;wherein the first arrangement is curved in a different direction than the second arrangement; andwherein each ground engaging member of the first set of ground engaging members has a length extending along an arc.2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 43

03-04-2014 дата публикации

SHOES, DEVICES FOR SHOES, AND METHODS OF USING SHOES

Номер: US20140090270A1

Автор: Bemis Jon, Goldston Adam, Goldston Mark, Goldston Ryan

Принадлежит: Athletic Propulsion Labs LLC

A shoe includes a first plate and a second plate that are located in a forefoot portion of the shoe between an upper and an outsole of the shoe, and one or more springs for biasing the first plate and the second plate apart from each other. A device for a shoe includes a first plate and a second plate that are installable in a forefoot portion of the shoe, and an energy return member positioned between the first plate and the second plate. A method of using a shoe includes applying, with a foot, a force on at least one of two plates that is positioned in a forefoot portion of a shoe, so as to move the two plates together and increase a loading of a spring, and launching the foot due to the two plates being moved apart by the spring as the foot is being lifted. 1. A device for use in a shoe , the device comprising:a first plate and a second plate that are separate units, the first plate having a first hinge portion, and the second plate having a hinge portion;one or more springs for biasing the first plate and the second plate apart from each other;a pin that passes through the first hinge portion of the first plate and the hinge portion of the second plate to hold together the first plate and the second plate;wherein the first plate is at least partially rotatable about the pin; andwherein an outer edge of the first hinge portion of the first plate is recessed from an outer edge of a top portion of the first plate in order to accommodate the pin such that an end of the pin is flush with the outer edge of the top portion of the first plate.2. A device for use in a shoe , the device comprising:a first plate and a second plate, the first plate having a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, and the second plate having a hinge portion that is located between the first hinge portion of the first plate and the second hinge portion of the first plate; anda pin that passes through the first hinge portion of the first plate and the hinge portion of the second plate ...

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Номер записи: 44

03-04-2014 дата публикации

SHOES, DEVICES FOR SHOES, AND METHODS OF USING SHOES

Номер: US20140090276A1

Автор: Bemis Jon, Goldston Adam, Goldston Mark, Goldston Ryan

Принадлежит: Athletic Propulsion Labs LLC

A shoe includes a first plate and a second plate that are located in a forefoot portion of the shoe between an upper and an outsole of the shoe, and one or more springs for biasing the first plate and the second plate apart from each other. A device for a shoe includes a first plate and a second plate that are installable in a forefoot portion of the shoe, and an energy return member positioned between the first plate and the second plate. A method of using a shoe includes applying, with a foot, a force on at least one of two plates that is positioned in a forefoot portion of a shoe, so as to move the two plates together and increase a loading of a spring, and launching the foot due to the two plates being moved apart by the spring as the foot is being lifted. 1. A device for use in a shoe , the device comprising:a first plate and a second plate, the first plate having a first hinge portion, and the second plate having a hinge portion;one or more springs for biasing the first plate and the second plate apart from each other; anda pin that passes through the first hinge portion of the first plate and the hinge portion of the second plate to hold together the first plate and the second plate;wherein the first plate is at least partially rotatable about the pin; andwherein the first plate is made of an elastomer and has one or more air openings.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising filler material disposed between the first plate and the second plate.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the filler material has one or more openings in which the one or more springs are positioned.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more air openings in the first plate are each located over a middle of a corresponding spring of the one or more springs.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elastomer is thermoplastic.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more springs comprise a plurality of springs that are arranged in at least two rows.7. The device of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 45

10-04-2014 дата публикации

Shoe Having Individual Particles Bonded to Its Bottom Surface

Номер: US20140096414A1

Автор: COX Anthony, Goldberg Jonathan, Koo John C. S.

Принадлежит: DYNASTY FOOTWEAR, LTD.

Provided is a shoe that includes: a bottom surface that is adjacent to the ground in normal use; a sole that forms at least a portion of the bottom surface; an upper portion extending above the sole; and individual particles bonded to the bottom surface of the shoe. The individual particles include at least one of corn husk, hemp or a natural plant material that has been ground into the individual particles. 1. A shoe comprising:(a) a bottom surface that is adjacent to the ground in normal use;(b) a sole that forms at least a portion of the bottom surface;(c) an upper portion extending above the sole; and(d) a plurality of individual particles bonded to the bottom surface of the shoe,wherein the individual particles comprise at least one of corn husk, hemp or a natural plant material that has been ground into the individual particles.2. A shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the individual particles comprise a natural plant material that has been ground into the individual particles.3. A shoe according to claim 2 , wherein the natural plant material has been dried and ground into the individual particles.4. A shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the individual particles comprise hemp.5. A shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the individual particles comprise corn husk.6. A shoe according to claim 1 , wherein at least 1 claim 1 ,000 of the individual particles are bonded to the bottom surface of the shoe.7. A shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the individual particles are bonded to the bottom surface of the shoe using a separate adhesive material.8. A shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the individual particles have been bonded to the bottom surface of the shoe by embedding the individual particles directly into said bottom surface.9. A shoe according to claim 8 , wherein said embedding is performed by using at least one of heat and pressure.10. A shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the individual particles have been bonded directly onto the bottom surface of the shoe. ...

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Номер записи: 46

03-01-2019 дата публикации

DYNAMIC PRESSURE CONTROLLED AIR CUSHION DEVICE

Номер: US20190000183A1

Автор: CHEN SHIH-CHANG, Han Yung-Lung, Lee Wei-Ming, MO Li-Pang, Mou Hao-Jan

Принадлежит: Microjet Technology Co., Ltd.

A dynamic pressure controlled air cushion device disposed on a bottom part of a shoe comprises a first air bag and a second air bag communicated with each other through an air passage, and the first air bag and the second air bag are respectively disposed corresponding to a front foot sole and a rear foot sole of a user. Through introducing the air into the first air bag by the first air pump and introducing the air into the second air bag by the second air pump, the first air bag and the second air bag are inflated, so as to increase a supporting force for the front foot sole and the rear foot sole of the user 1. A dynamic pressure controlled air cushion device applied to a shoe , the shoe comprising a bottom part and the dynamic pressure controlled air cushion device comprising:a first air bag disposed on the bottom part and disposed corresponding to a front foot sole of a user;a second air bag disposed on the bottom part and disposed corresponding to a rear foot sole of the user;an air passage communicated between the first air bag and the second air bag;a first air pump disposed and enclosed in the air passage;a second air pump disposed and enclosed in the air passage;a first sensor disposed on the bottom part and disposed adjacent to the first air bag;a second sensor disposed on the bottom part and disposed adjacent to the second air bag; anda control module electrically connected with the first air pump, the second air pump, the first sensor and the second sensor;wherein when the first sensor senses that a force exerted by the front foot sole of the user is larger than a specific first load value interval, the first sensor sends a first sensing signal to the control module, and the control module enables the first air pump according to the first sensing signal, so that air is introduced into the first air bag by the first air pump, and the first air bag is inflated to increase a supporting force for the front foot sole of the user, and wherein when the second ...

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Номер записи: 47

03-01-2019 дата публикации

ICE SLIP RESISTANCE FORMULA AND PROCESS

Номер: US20190000184A1

Автор: Chen Steve, Shi Jeremy, Zhang Jex, Zhao Linan

Принадлежит:

Embodiments relate generally to a traction surface and methods for forming the traction surface. The traction surface may comprise a compound material comprising glass fibers oriented orthogonal to the surface of the compound material extending from the compound material, wherein when the traction surface contacts an icy surface, the glass fibers are operable to penetrate a liquid-like top layer of the icy surface to provide grip with an ice layer below the liquid-like top layer. The method for forming the traction surface may comprise integrating glass fibers into a compound material; orienting the glass fibers within the compound material such that the glass fibers are oriented approximately orthogonal to the surface of the compound material; splitting the compound material to expose the glass fibers, wherein the glass fibers extend from the surface of the compound material; and forming the split compound material into a traction surface. 115-. (canceled)17. The traction surface of claim 16 , wherein the traction surface is formed of a sheet having the glass fibers extending from at least one surface of the sheet.18. The traction surface of claim 17 , wherein the sheet comprises a thickness of approximately 2 millimeters.19. The traction surface of claim 16 , wherein the compound material comprises a vulcanized rubber material.20. The traction surface of claim 16 , wherein the compound material comprises a plastic material.21. The traction surface of claim 16 , wherein the glass fibers are oriented within the compound material by rolling the glass fibers through a roller system claim 16 , wherein the opening of the roller system is less than the length of the glass fibers.22. The traction surface of claim 21 , wherein the glass fibers are further oriented within the compound material by stacking blocks of the compound material together and compressing the blocks together.23. The traction surface of claim 16 , wherein the glass fibers are exposed on at least one ...

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Номер записи: 48

04-01-2018 дата публикации

GOLF SHOE WITH AN OUTSOLE HAVING WAVE-LIKE FLEX CHANNELS

Номер: US20180000191A1

Автор: Bacon Jonathan G., Bento Robert S., Feeney James M., Jr. Douglas K., Robinson

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A golf shoe has an upper, a midsole, and an outsole. The outsole includes a plurality of wave-like flex channels, surrounded by a hard base material. The hard base material provides stiffness for support and stability while the flex channels allow the outsole to bend when a user walks or swings a golf club. The outsole also has a plurality of receptacles for attaching and removing cleats, providing traction between the golf shoe and a ground surface. 1. A golf shoe comprising:an upper;a midsole; and a plurality of flex channels, each flex channel extending in a transverse direction from a lateral edge to a medial edge or an interior region of the outsole, wherein each flex channel has at least one curved channel portion, the curved portions being substantially parallel;', 'a hard base material surrounding the flex channels; and', 'a plurality of receptacles for attaching and removing a plurality of cleats, wherein the hard base material provides stiffness for support and stability and the flex channels allow the outsole to bend when a golfer walks or swings., 'an outsole having2. The golf shoe of claim 1 , wherein at least one flex channel extends from a lateral edge to a receptacle located in an interior region of the shoe.3. The golf shoe of claim 1 , wherein the outsole includes a forward portion proximate to a wearer's toes and a rear portion proximate to a wearer's heel claim 1 , the forward portion having a plurality of first traction elements and the rear portion having a plurality of second traction elements.4. The golf shoe of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of ridge segments along a lateral edge of the outsole claim 1 , proximate to a wearer's cuboid bone.5. The golf shoe of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of traction elements arranged on the hard base material between the flex channels.6. The golf shoe of claim 1 , wherein the midsole defines a plurality of grooves running adjacent to the flex channels of the outsole substantially ...

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Номер записи: 49

04-01-2018 дата публикации

Traction cleat and receptacle

Номер: US20180000199A1

Автор: John Robert Burt, Lee P. Shuttleworth

Принадлежит: Pride Manufacturing Co LLC

In traction cleat and receptacle system in a shoe outsole, unauthorized cleats are prevented from connection to a receptacle by a projection in the receptacle cavity and a recess in the cleat attachment stem for receiving the projection. A locking arrangement includes an annular array of twelve locking teeth on a boss surrounding the receptacle cavity, wherein every fourth tooth has a steeper side angle to in cooperate with mating cleat locking posts. A cylindrical shroud prevents the locking posts from damaging the outsole material during cleat rotation.

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Номер записи: 50

07-01-2021 дата публикации

Golf shoes having multi-surface traction outsoles

Номер: US20210000217A1

Автор: Jean-Marie Bidal

Принадлежит: Acushnet Co

Golf shoes having improved outsole constructions are provided. The golf shoes include upper, midsole, and outsole sections. The outsole includes a first set of arc pathways extending along the outsole in one direction. A second set of arc pathways extend along the outsole in a second direction. When the first and second arc pathways are superposed over each other, four-sided tile pieces are formed, and these tiles contain protruding traction members. In one embodiment, the tiles comprise a first protruding traction member, an opposing second protruding traction member, and a non-protruding segment disposed between the first and second traction members. Different traction zones containing different traction members are provided on the outsole. These zones provide improved multi-surface traction. In one embodiment of the outsole, there is no channeling and no trenching of the golf course turf. There is less damage to the golf course for a given amount of traction. In one embodiment, the tile pieces, first and second protruding traction members, and non-protruding segment comprise the same material and form a unitary piece. Preferably, the unitary piece is made of a rubber material. In another embodiment, a heel step region without traction members may be provided on the outsole. Additionally, spike receptacles and spikes may be provided on the outsole in addition to the traction members.

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Номер записи: 51

08-01-2015 дата публикации

Article Of Footwear Having A Sole Structure With A Framework-Chamber Arrangement

Номер: US20150007448A1

Автор: Peyton Lee D., Richards Andrew C.

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A framework-chamber arrangement for an article of footwear, and an article of footwear having a sole structure including a framework-chamber arrangement, is provided that can cooperate to provide various advantageous features, such as multiple-stage cushioning and specialized attenuation of and reaction to ground contact forces. The framework-chamber arrangement can include a fluid-filled chamber forming laterally extending arms and a framework having corresponding recesses formed therein and receiving a lower portion of the chamber. The fluid-filled chamber can be retained within the framework without a bond being formed between lower regions of the chamber arms and the framework. Peripheral portions of some of the chamber arms can be spaced apart from adjacent portions of corresponding channels while in a relaxed state. 1. A framework-chamber arrangement for a sole structure of an article of footwear , the framework-chamber arrangement comprising:a heel fluid-filled chamber forming a plurality of arms extending laterally between upper and lower regions of the heel fluid-filled chamber;a forefoot fluid-filled chamber forming a plurality of arms extending laterally between the upper and lower regions of the forefoot fluid-filled chamber and at least one conduit interconnecting two or more of the arms of the forefoot fluid-filled chamber and configured to direct fluid flow between the interconnected arms; anda framework receiving and retaining the lower regions of the heel and forefoot fluid-filled chambers within a plurality of recesses formed in an upper portion of the framework, the plurality of recesses including a plurality of channels receiving and retaining lower regions of the arms of the forefoot and heel fluid-filled chambers, the plurality of channels including at least one forefoot channel corresponding with the at least one chamber conduit and interconnecting two or more of the plurality of forefoot channels.2. The framework-chamber arrangement of claim ...

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Номер записи: 52

08-01-2015 дата публикации

Article Of Footwear Having A Sole Structure With A Framework-Chamber Arrangement

Номер: US20150007449A1

Автор: Andrew C. Richards, Lee D. Peyton

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A framework-chamber arrangement for an article of footwear, and an article of footwear having a sole structure including a framework-chamber arrangement, is provided that can cooperate to provide various advantageous features, such as multiple-stage cushioning and specialized attenuation of and reaction to ground contact forces. The framework-chamber arrangement can include a fluid-filled chamber forming laterally extending arms and a framework having corresponding recesses formed therein and receiving a lower portion of the chamber. The fluid-filled chamber can be retained within the framework without a bond being formed between lower regions of the chamber arms and the framework. Peripheral portions of some of the chamber arms can be spaced apart from adjacent portions of corresponding channels while in a relaxed state.

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Номер записи: 53

08-01-2015 дата публикации

SANDAL WITH PNEUMATIC SUPPORT

Номер: US20150007459A1

Автор: DIMATTEO VITO E.

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The sandal with pneumatic support includes an inflatable bladder in the sole, in the area immediately beneath the arch of the foot when the sandal is worn. A manual air pump is provided integrally with the sandal. In one embodiment, the pump is located atop the toe divider of a flip-flop type sandal. In another embodiment, the pump is located in the heel. A pressure relief valve is located along one of the upper straps of the sandal. The arch bladder, air pump, and relief valve communicate pneumatically with one another. The sandal may be devoid of structure extending between the toes when worn, but may include straps passing over and/or around the foot. Other embodiments provide additional air bladders in the straps to better secure the sandal on the foot. The sandal provides greatly improved support and reduces or eliminates muscular problems resulting from the lack of arch support. 1. A sandal with pneumatic support , comprising:a generally flat sole having an upper surface, a lower surface, a core extending between the upper surface and lower surface, an arch area, a heel portion, and a periphery;a toe divider extending upwardly from the upper surface of the sole;a plurality of foot-securing straps extending from the periphery of the sole, at least one of the straps having an air passage and a pneumatically distensible strap bladder disposed therein;a pneumatically distensible second bladder disposed within the arch area of the sole;a manually actuated air pump communicating pneumatically with each of the bladders, the air pump being permanently and integrally connected to each of the bladders; anda pressure relief valve communicating pneumatically with each of the bladders, each of the bladders, the air pump, and the pressure relief valve communicating pneumatically with one another by means of the air passage in the at least one of the straps.2. The sandal with pneumatic support according to claim 1 , wherein:said plurality of foot-securing straps comprises a ...

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Номер записи: 54

14-01-2016 дата публикации

MULTIFUNCTIONAL OUTDOOR SHOE

Номер: US20160007676A1

Автор: Kormann Marco, Leimer Robert, Zwer Andrej Nicolai, Zwinger Christian

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Described are shoes, in particular mountain shoes, mountain running shoes, trail running shoes and climbing shoes, as well as methods for their manufacture. The shoe may include a shoe upper, a textile two-dimensional region connected to the shoe upper, which extends beneath a foot of a user of the shoe when worn, and an outsole unit with a rubber material. The textile two-dimensional region is connected to the rubber material of the outsole unit without a bonding agent. 1. A shoe comprising:(a) a shoe upper;(b) a textile two-dimensional region connected to the shoe upper, which extends beneath a foot of a user of the shoe when worn; and(c) an outsole unit comprising a rubber material,wherein the textile two-dimensional region is connected to the rubber material of the outsole unit without a bonding agent.2. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the textile two-dimensional region is connected to the outsole unit by vulcanizing the rubber material.3. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the textile two-dimensional region occupies more than 30% of a total area beneath the foot of the user.4. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the textile two-dimensional region comprises a Strobel sole.5. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the entire textile two-dimensional region is connected to the rubber material of the outsole unit.6. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the shoe upper is connected to the rubber material of the outsole unit without a bonding agent.7. The shoe of claim 6 , wherein the shoe upper is connected to the outsole unit by vulcanizing the rubber material.8. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the textile two-dimensional region is mechanically connected to the rubber material of the outsole unit by the rubber material at least partially permeating the textile two-dimensional region.9. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the textile two-dimensional region is chemically connected to the rubber material of the outsole unit.10. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the outsole unit is integrally formed as a single ...

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Номер записи: 55

14-01-2016 дата публикации

Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper

Номер: US20160007682A1

Автор: Farris Bryan N., Henrichot Olivier, Pisciotta Jeffrey C.

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An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. 166-. (canceled)67. An article of footwear , comprising:a longitudinal direction extending along a major axis the article of footwear and a lateral direction extending along a minor axis of the article of footwear;an upper and a sole structure;a first side extending along the longitudinal direction of the article of footwear;a second side extending along the longitudinal direction of the article of footwear;the first side being on an opposite side of the article of footwear from the second side;a connecting member comprising a substantially planar upper layer and a substantially planar lower layer, the upper layer being attached to the lower layer at a central attachment portion that extends longitudinally along the connecting member, the upper layer also being attached to the lower layer at a first portion, the first portion being located along the second side of the connecting member;the upper layer being attached to the upper and the lower layer being attached to the sole structure;the connecting member including a decoupled portion extending laterally from the central attachment portion to the first side of the connecting member, the decoupled portion including a first free portion of the upper layer and a first free portion of the lower layer, the first free portion of the upper layer being configured to move substantially independently of the first free portion of the lower layer; andwherein the central attachment portion is spaced substantially equidistant from the first side of the article and the second side of the article.68. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the first side is a lateral side.69. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the first ...

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Номер записи: 56

14-01-2016 дата публикации

Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper

Номер: US20160007683A1

Автор: Farris Bryan N., Henrichot Olivier, Pisciotta Jeffrey C.

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An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. 166-. (canceled)67. An article of footwear , comprising:a longitudinal direction extending along a major axis the article of footwear and a lateral direction extending along a minor axis of the article of footwear;an upper and a sole structure;a first side extending along the longitudinal direction of the article of footwear;a second side extending along the longitudinal direction of the article of footwear;the first side being on an opposite side of the article of footwear from the second side;a connecting member including a layer of material, the connecting member being folded along the longitudinal direction such that the connecting member includes an upper layer and a lower layer;the upper layer being attached to the upper along the first side and the lower layer being attached to the sole structure along the first side;the second side of the sole structure and the second side of the upper being directly coupled to each other; andthe upper layer and the lower layer of the connecting member being decoupled from one another such that the upper layer is configured to move substantially independently of the lower layer.68. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the first side is a lateral side.69. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the first side is a medial side.70. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the connecting member is compressible.71. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the connecting member is configured to provide shock absorption for the article of footwear.72. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the decoupled upper layer and lower layer allows a lower periphery of the upper to move ...

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Номер записи: 57

14-01-2016 дата публикации

Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper

Номер: US20160007684A1

Автор: Farris Bryan N., Henrichot Olivier, Pisciotta Jeffrey C.

Принадлежит:

An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion. 166-. (canceled)67. An article of footwear , comprising:a longitudinal direction extending along a major axis the article of footwear and a lateral direction extending along a minor axis of the article of footwear;an upper and a sole structure;a connecting member including an upper layer and a lower layer, the upper layer being attached to the lower layer at a central attachment portion that extends longitudinally along the connecting member;the upper layer being attached to the upper and the lower layer being attached to the sole structure;the connecting member including a decoupled portion extending laterally from the central attachment portion and including a first free portion of the upper layer and a second free portion of the lower layer;an opening disposed between the first free portion and the second free portion;a covering portion having an end portion disposed adjacent to an upper periphery of the sole structure; andwherein the covering portion is configured to cover the opening between the first free portion and the second free portion.68. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the end portion is attached to the lower layer.69. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the end portion is attached between the lower layer and the sole structure.70. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein a length of the covering portion is approximately similar to a length of the connecting member in the longitudinal direction.71. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the end portion is continuously formed with the lower layer.72. The article of footwear according to claim 67 , wherein the covering portion is configured to cover a portion ...

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Номер записи: 58

14-01-2021 дата публикации

Footwear Fluid-Filled Chamber Having Central Tensile Feature

Номер: US20210007440A1

Автор: DeVoe DeVonne, Monfils Benjamin J., Peyton Lee D., Taylor Danielle L.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An article of footwear includes a sole structure including a chamber for receiving a pressurized fluid, the chamber having a top portion, a bottom portion, and side portions around a periphery of the chamber. The sole structure also includes a central structure located in a central portion of the chamber between opposing side portions of the chamber, such that the chamber is devoid of additional structures in a surrounding region around the central structure and extending from the central structure to the side portions of the chamber. On all sides of the central structure, a dimension of the surrounding region between the central structure and the nearest side portion is one third or more of a span across the chamber between opposing side portions. 120-. (canceled)21. An article of footwear having an upper and a sole structure secured to the upper , the sole structure comprising:a chamber defining an interior void for receiving a pressurized fluid, the chamber having a top portion, a bottom portion, and a side portion extending between the top portion and the bottom portion around a periphery of the chamber;a central structure including a bonded area where the top portion of the chamber is joined to the bottom portion of the chamber to form a recess in the top portion of the chamber; anda reinforcing member including an upper portion having a lower surface bonded to the top portion of the chamber and a support structure extending downward from the lower surface into the recess in the top portion of the chamber, the support structure including a central member having a plurality of peripheral members arranged around the central member.22. The sole structure of claim 21 , wherein the reinforcing member comprises a material selected from a composite material claim 21 , polyurethane claim 21 , and/or vinyl.23. The sole structure of claim 21 , wherein upper portion of the reinforcing member comprises a rigid plate and the support structure is formed from a compressible ...

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Номер записи: 59

14-01-2021 дата публикации

Article with a cushioning assembly having inner and outer bladder elements and a reinforcement element and method of manufacturing an article

Номер: US20210007441A1

Автор: Benjamin J. Monfils, II Fidencio CAMPOS, Zachary M. Elder

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An article comprises a cushioning assembly that comprises a first bladder element forming a first fluid chamber. The cushioning assembly further comprises a second bladder element within the first bladder element. The second bladder element forms a second fluid chamber sealed from and within the first fluid chamber. At least one reinforcement element is operatively connected to and in contact with at least one of the first bladder element and the second bladder element. The at least one reinforcement element is configured to reinforce the cushioning assembly under a load applied to the first bladder element. A method of manufacturing an article with the cushioning assembly is provided.

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Номер записи: 60

10-01-2019 дата публикации

All Terrain Soles

Номер: US20190008232A1

Автор: Chaney Brian

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A sole designed for attachment to an article of footwear, made of a hard polymer outsole connection plate affixed to a flexible polymer outsole that has a series of threaded imbed anchors housed therein for the attachment of various designs of interchangeable cleats. The cleats reside in detents formed on planar channels across the width of the outsole and extend above a series of tapered raised pads formed on the bottom face of the outsole. 1. An all terrain outsole , comprising:a polymer outsole having cleat channels formed between a series raised pads formed thereon a bottom face of said outsole;at least one imbed anchor nut affixed within said polymer outsole, said anchor nut having a threaded opening approximately flush with said bottom face of said outsole;at least one mechanical fastener threading engageable with said imbed anchor nuts;at least one cleat selected from any or all of the cleats consisting of hexagonal cleats, chevron cleats and stud cleats, said cleats each having at least one through bore sized to accommodate said mechanical fastener;wherein said at least one cleat is removeably affixed in said cleat channels by said mechanical fasteners which are threadingly engaged with said imbed anchor nuts.2. The all terrain outsole of further comprising:a cleat locating detent formed in each of said cleat channels, said cleat locating detent having at least one hexagonal first cleat detent formed within a chevron second cleat detent; wherein said first cleat detent is complimentary in configuration to said hexagonal cleat and said second detent is complimentary in configuration to said chevron cleat.3. The all terrain outsole of further comprising:a tapered channel formed about the interior periphery of an exterior bottom surface of said series of raised pads.4. The all terrain outsole of wherein said cleat channels extend completely across a width of said outsole.5. The all terrain outsole of where said imbed anchor nuts reside equidistant between said ...

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Номер записи: 61

27-01-2022 дата публикации

MULTI-FUNCTION SNEAKER

Номер: US20220022599A1

Автор: Laverty Gregoire, Moranges Cyrille

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A sneaker may comprise an outsole. The outsole may comprise a heel zone disposed adjacent a first end of the outsole. The outsole may comprise a forefoot zone disposed adjacent a second end of the outsole opposite the first end. The forefoot zone may be formed from a first climbing rubber. The outsole may comprise a durability zone disposed at a midfoot of the outsole interposed between the heel zone and forefoot zone. The sneaker may comprise an upper coupled to the outsole. The sneaker may comprise a heel grip having a cup shape configured to be disposed at the first end of the outsole over at least a portion of the heel zone of the outsole and at least a portion of a heel portion of the upper. The sneaker may comprise a toe grip disposed adjacent the vamp of the upper. 1. A multi-function sneaker comprising: a heel zone disposed adjacent a first end of the outsole,', 'a forefoot zone disposed adjacent a second end of the outsole opposite the first end, the forefoot zone formed from a first climbing rubber, wherein the forefoot zone comprises a bottom surface that is smooth, and', 'a durability zone disposed at a midfoot of the outsole interposed between the heel zone and forefoot zone, the durability zone formed from a durable rubber, wherein the durability zone comprises a bottom surface that comprises a tread pattern;, 'an outsole comprisinga midsole disposed adjacent the outsole, the midsole comprising a foam material having a recess formed therein;an edging plate at least partially disposed in the recess of the midsole and extending from at a midfoot of the midsole to a forefoot of the midsole;an upper coupled to the outsole, the upper comprising a vamp, a medial quarter portion, a lateral quarter portion, and a heel portion;a heel grip having a cup shape configured to be disposed at the first end of the outsole over at least a portion of the heel zone of the outsole and at least a portion of the heel portion of the upper, wherein the heel grip is formed from ...

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Номер записи: 62

27-01-2022 дата публикации

PROTECTIVE ARTICLES HAVING A PLURALITY OF CORE MEMBERS

Номер: US20220022600A1

Автор: Dodd Mark D.

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A protective guard for reducing injury to a shin of a person includes a conformable substrate and a plurality of core members disposed adjacent to a surface of the conformable substrate. The plurality of core members are arranged such that a first of the core members is rotationally movable about at least one axis relative to a second of the core members. A flexible fabric membrane comprised of natural or synthetic fibers is positioned adjacent to at least one of the conformable substrate and the plurality of core members. 126-. (canceled)27. An article of footwear comprising:an outsole including a core including a plurality of plates, wherein a first one of the plurality of plates is hingedly attached, at one or more edges of the first plate, to one or more substantially adjacent other plates in the plurality of plates,wherein each hinge hingedly attaching an edge of the first plate to another plate joins less than the entire respective hingedly attached edge to a corresponding one of the one or more substantially adjacent other plates and is integrally connected to the first plate and the other plate. This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/057,954, filed Feb. 15, 2005; this application also claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/055,295, filed May 22, 2008. All of the above applications are hereby incorporated by reference.The present invention relates generally to protective articles and in particular to protective articles to protect persons, animals, and other non-living articles or items from impact or other forces.Guards and other protective equipment is widely used in amateur and professional sports and other activities to protect participants' from injury. For example, in soccer, players often wear shin guards to protect their lower legs in the event that they are kicked by other players during a game. Football players wear protective shoulder and thigh pads to prevent injury due to impact with ...

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Номер записи: 63

11-01-2018 дата публикации

SHOE AND PEDAL SYSTEM FOR BICYCLES

Номер: US20180009502A1

Автор: Klein Maxwell C., Redding John

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A bicycle pedal system which allows riders to engage the sole of their shoe with the pedal to feel an operative engagement therebetween during normal riding conditions, while allowing the rider to easily detach the shoe from the pedal should the need arise. The system includes a shoe sole wearable on the foot of a user, wherein the shoe sole includes a lower surface and a plurality of first engagement elements extending from the lower surface. The system further comprises a bicycle pedal including a first surface, an opposing second surface, and a plurality of second engagement elements extending from the first surface and being complimentary to the first engagement elements. The shoe sole is configured to be selectively engageable with the pedal, with the first engagement elements being registered with the second engagement elements when the shoe sole is engaged with the pedal. 1. A system for transmitting power between a user and a bicycle , the system comprising:a shoe sole wearable on the foot of a user, the shoe sole having a lower surface and a plurality of first engagement elements extending from the lower surface; anda pedal for use on a bicycle, the pedal having a first surface, an opposing second surface, and a plurality of second engagement elements extending from the first surface and being complimentary to the first engagement elements;the shoe sole being configured to be selectively engageable with the pedal, the first engagement elements being registered with the second engagement elements when the shoe sole is engaged with the pedal.2. The system recited in claim 1 , wherein the sole includes an upper surface opposite the lower surface claim 1 , the first engagement elements extending from the lower surface and away from the upper surface.3. The system recited in claim 1 , wherein each first engagement element is of a hexagonal shape.4. The system recited in claim 3 , wherein the plurality of first engagement elements are arranged in a honeycomb ...

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Номер записи: 64

15-01-2015 дата публикации

Quick Change Shock Mitigation Outsole Insert with Debris Shield

Номер: US20150013191A1

Автор: Brown Jeffrey W.

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An article of footwear has a shock absorbing insert placed between the insole and the outsole thereof, for example at the heel. The insert includes a spring carrier having upper and lower portions, each having a plurality seats for receiving a respective ends of respective coil springs. Each of the springs extends between said upper and lower portions and is captured therebetween. A magnetic spring supplements the mechanical springs. The springs and carrier are protected from environmental elements and abrasive particles by a debris shield.

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Номер записи: 65

03-02-2022 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR MIDSOLE COMPRISING AN INTERNAL BLADDER

Номер: US20220031019A1

Автор: Mkumba Hafia Salum

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The presently disclosed subject matter is directed to a footwear midsole configured as an air-filled bladder formed from one or more exterior walls. The interior of the midsole comprises one or more fluids (e.g., gases or liquids). The midsole further includes a covering that partially or fully covers the interior compartment. The covering is formed form an elastomeric material that allows exclusive top-down compression of the midsole. Accordingly, the midsole provides a reactive opposed rebound force supplied by the elastomeric covering in response to compression. 1. A footwear midsole comprising:an interior compartment comprising a fluid; andan elastomeric covering spanning at least a portion of an exterior surface of the interior;wherein the midsole enables top-down compression when a force is exerted upon the midsole.2. The midsole of claim 1 , further comprising an inflation housing that allows fluid to be added or removed from the interior compartment.3. The midsole of claim 1 , wherein the fluid comprises a gas claim 1 , a liquid claim 1 , or combinations thereof.4. The midsole of claim 1 , wherein the fluid is selected from ambient air claim 1 , nitrogen claim 1 , carbon dioxide claim 1 , helium claim 1 , or combinations thereof.5. The midsole of claim 1 , wherein the fluid is selected from water claim 1 , saline claim 1 , or combinations thereof.6. The midsole of claim 1 , wherein the elastomeric material is selected from natural or synthetic rubber claim 1 , natural or synthetic rubber blends claim 1 , polyisoprene claim 1 , polybutadiene claim 1 , chloroprene rubber claim 1 , butyl rubber claim 1 , styrene-butadiene rubber claim 1 , nitrile rubber claim 1 , silicone claim 1 , polyether block amides claim 1 , ethylene-vinyl acetate claim 1 , thermoplastic elastomers claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polyester claim 1 , polyester polyurethane claim 1 , polyether polyurethane claim 1 , or combinations thereof.7. The midsole of claim 1 , wherein the interior ...

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Номер записи: 66

03-02-2022 дата публикации

SOLE AND BASEBALL SPIKE SHOE WITH THE SOLE

Номер: US20220031020A1

Автор: MATSUI Shogo, Mimura Kohei, SUDO Shingo

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An object of the present invention is to provide a sole of a baseball spike shoe that improves a ball speed in a pitching motion. A sole includes a plurality of first protrusions arranged in a forefoot region of a sole body. Each of the first protrusions is formed such that its longitudinal direction extends along a foot width direction in a bottom view. When the plurality of first protrusions are projected on a virtual projection plane as viewed from a front side of the sole body, the sum of projection lengths of the plurality of first protrusions in the foot width direction is 85% or more and 100% or less of a distance of a straight line connecting in the foot width direction a side of the most medial first protrusion to a side of the most lateral first protrusion. 1. A sole of a baseball spike shoe applicable to a foot opposite to a pitching arm , the sole comprising:a sole body; anda plurality of first protrusions each of which is more rigid than the sole body and configured to protrude downward from the sole body, whereinthe plurality of first protrusions are arranged in a forefoot region of the sole body corresponding to a forefoot of a wearer's foot,each of the first protrusions is formed such that its longitudinal direction extends along a foot width direction in a bottom view, andwhen the plurality of first protrusions are projected on a virtual projection plane as viewed from a front side of the sole body, a sum of projection lengths of the plurality of first protrusions in the foot width direction is 85% or more and 100% or less of a distance of a straight line connecting in the foot width direction a side of the most medial one of the first protrusions to a side of the most lateral one of the first protrusions.2. The sole of claim 1 , whereineach of the plurality of first protrusions is configured such that the longitudinal direction is inclined at an angle in a range of 80 degrees or more to 100 degrees or less with respect to a foot length direction in ...

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Номер записи: 67

19-01-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING FLUID FLOW TRANSFER IN SHOES

Номер: US20170013915A1

Автор: CASTON, JR. Gayford

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The present subject matter relates to systems, devices, and methods for controlling fluid flow transfer in footwear in which a front chamber has a first inlet and a first outlet, a rear chamber has a second inlet and a second outlet, a first valve assembly is connected between the second outlet and the first inlet and is configured to allow fluid to pass unidirectionally from the rear chamber to the front chamber, and a second valve assembly is connected between the first outlet and the second inlet and is configured to allow fluid to pass unidirectionally from the front chamber to the rear chamber. In addition, one or both of the front chamber or the rear chamber can include one or more openings therethrough that are configured to allow fluid to pass into or out of the respective chamber with respect to a surrounding environment. 1. A fluid transfer system for shoes comprising:a front chamber having a first inlet and a first outlet;a rear chamber having a second inlet and a second outlet;a first valve assembly connected between the second outlet and the first inlet and configured to allow fluid to pass unidirectionally from the rear chamber to the front chamber; anda second valve assembly connected between the first outlet and the second inlet and configured to allow fluid to pass unidirectionally from the front chamber to the rear chamber;wherein one or both of the front chamber or the rear chamber comprises one or more openings therethrough that are configured to allow fluid to pass into or out of a respective one of the front chamber or the rear chamber with respect to a surrounding environment.2. The fluid transfer system of claim 1 , wherein the front chamber comprises:a substantially U-shaped first outer periphery tube that is connected to the first inlet at one end and to the first outlet at a second end substantially opposing the first end; anda plurality of front cross tubes, each of the plurality of front cross tubes being connected at one end to a ...

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Номер записи: 68

10-01-2019 дата публикации

AMBULATORY RECHARGING UNIT WITH BIONIC PNEUMATICALLY-ACTUATED GENERATOR

Номер: US20190013755A1

Автор: Stach John

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An ambulatory recharging module comprising a pneumatically-actuated or hydraulically-actuated portable induction generator for recharging a microprocessing device, the module comprising shoes having flexible reservoirs for directing compressed air or hydraulic fluid to the generator via polymeric hoses, the compressed air or hydraulic fluid driving blades within the generator and inducing a current. 1. An ambulatory microprocessing device recharging unit , the recharging unit comprising: one or more flexible air reservoirs;', 'one or more air inlet valves;', 'one or more air outlet valves;, 'two shoes, each shoe comprising a sole comprisingwherein each shoe is adapted to intake ambient air via the inlet valves when compressive force in reduced on the shoe and expel air from the outlet valves when compressive force is applied to the shoe;a plurality of flexible polymeric hoses for pneumatically interconnecting directing flow of compressed air from the outlet valves to a generator; a polymeric housing;', 'two or more fan blades adapted to be axially rotated by compressed air delivered by the polymeric hoses;', 'and one or more ports for bringing an electrical device into electrical contact with a current induced by the generator., 'an induction generator detachably affixed to the polymeric hoses comprising2. The recharging unit of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric housing is cylindrical.3. The recharging unit of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric housing comprises one of an open top end and an open bottom end bolted to the housing.4. The recharging unit of claim 1 , wherein the ports comprise USB ports for bringing a microprocessing device into electrical connectivity with the generator via a charge wire.5. The recharging unit of claim 1 , further comprising one or more micro USB plugs to electrical interconnectivity between one or more LED lights and the generator.6. The recharging unit of claim 1 , further comprising a belt clip.7. The recharging unit of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 69

18-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD OF MAKING A MOISTURE-PERMEABLE AND WATERPROOF VAMP FOR A SHOE

Номер: US20180014602A1

Автор: CHANG Chung-Tang, LIN Ho-Pin

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A method of making a moisture-permeable and waterproof vamp includes: (a) providing inner and outer fabric layers, each of the inner and outer fabric layers having a top surface and a bottom surface; (b) forming a moisture-permeable and waterproof resin layer on one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer; (c) attaching the resin layer to the other one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer so as to obtain a fabric laminate; (d) cutting and forming the fabric laminate into a vamp that is formed with at least one seam; and (e) applying a waterproof treatment to the seam. 1. A method of making a moisture-permeable and waterproof vamp for a shoe , comprising:(a) providing an outer fabric layer and an inner fabric layer, each of the outer fabric layer and the inner fabric layer having a top surface and a bottom surface that is opposite to the top surface;(b) forming a moisture-permeable and waterproof resin layer on one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer;(c) attaching the resin layer to the other one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer so that the resin layer is interposed between the inner fabric layer and the outer fabric layer so as to obtain a moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric laminate;(d) cutting and forming the moisture-permeable and waterproof fabric laminate into a vamp that is formed with at least one seam and that is provided with a receiving space adapted for receiving a user's foot; and(e) applying a waterproof treatment to the seam.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein step (b) is conducted by coating a resin material on one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer to form a coating layer claim 1 , and drying the coating layer.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the resin material ...

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Номер записи: 70

18-01-2018 дата публикации

TETHERED FLUID-FILLED CHAMBER WITH MULTIPLE TETHER CONFIGURATIONS

Номер: US20180014605A1

Автор: Taylor Danielle L., Thompson Dolores S.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An article comprises a chamber that includes a barrier formed from a polymer material. The barrier has a first portion that forms a first surface of the chamber, and a second portion that forms an opposite second surface of the chamber. The barrier forms at least one interior cavity between the first portion and the second portion. The at least one interior cavity is filled with fluid retained by the barrier. 1. An article comprising: a barrier including a first portion and a second portion opposite the first portion, wherein the barrier defines at least one interior cavity between the first portion and the second portion;', 'a plurality of first tethers having a first configuration in the at least one interior cavity, wherein the plurality of first tethers connects the first portion to the second portion at a first area of the chamber, and the first configuration has a first density;', 'a plurality of second tethers having a second configuration in the at least one interior cavity, wherein the plurality of second tethers connects the first portion to the second portion at a second area of the chamber, the second configuration has a second density, and the second density is different from the first density; and', 'wherein the second area completely surrounds the first area such that the plurality of second tethers continuously and completely surrounds the plurality of first tethers., 'a chamber including2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the first configuration includes a first material claim 1 , and the second configuration includes a second material different than the first material.3. The article of claim 1 , wherein the first configuration includes a first length claim 1 , and the second configuration includes a second length different than the first length.4. The article of claim 1 , wherein:the chamber comprises a first polymer sheet including the first portion of the barrier and a second polymer sheet including the second portion of the barrier;the first ...

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Номер записи: 71

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Article of Footwear With Decoupled Upper

Номер: US20160015118A1

Автор: Farris Bryan N., Henrichot Olivier, Pisciotta Jeffrey C.

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An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

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Номер записи: 72

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Article of Footwear With Decoupled Upper

Номер: US20160015119A1

Автор: Farris Bryan N., Henrichot Olivier, Pisciotta Jeffrey C.

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An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

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Номер записи: 73

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper

Номер: US20160015126A1

Автор: Farris Bryan N., Henrichot Olivier, Pisciotta Jeffrey C.

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An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

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Номер записи: 74

21-01-2016 дата публикации

Article of Footwear with Decoupled Upper

Номер: US20160015127A1

Автор: Farris Bryan N., Henrichot Olivier, Pisciotta Jeffrey C.

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An article of footwear including a connecting member is disclosed. The connecting member provides partial decoupling between the upper and the sole structure. The connecting member can include an upper layer and a lower layer that are attached at a central attachment portion.

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Номер записи: 75

17-01-2019 дата публикации

Anti-sprain shock-absorbing balance air-cushion shoe

Номер: US20190014861A1

Автор: Shufu Li

Принадлежит: Zhejiang Geely Automobile Research Institute Co Ltd, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co Ltd

An anti-sprain shock-absorbing balance air-cushion shoe includes a shoe insert and a sole, it further includes two airbags communicating with each other, two airbag rooms are formed in the upper surface of the sole, used to contain the two airbags respectively, the two airbag rooms are arranged in the sole along the left-and-right direction, which are stretchable and compressible, and the combination of the shoe insert and the sole fixes the two airbags in the two airbag rooms respectively. In the air-cushion shoe, two intercommunicated airbags are mounted in the sole, when an airbag room on one side of the sole steps onto a foreign matter, the airbag room on the side is compressed, and the airbag in the compressed airbag room is also compressed, gas in the compressed airbag flows to the other airbag, which prevents the sole from rolling over and keeps the sole to be in balance.

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Номер записи: 76

16-01-2020 дата публикации

SOLE ASSEMBLY WITH TEXTILE SHELL AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME

Номер: US20200015548A1

Автор: Cortez Margarita, Monfils Benjamin J., Peyton Lee D.

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

An article of footwear has a sole assembly with a cushioning component and a shell that has a textile layer. The cushioning component is positioned in a cavity of the shell so that the cushioning component is supported on a lower surface by the shell and the upper surface of the cushioning component is uncovered by the shell at an opening of the shell. A method of manufacturing an article of footwear includes forming an at least partially textile shell so that the shell has a cavity with an opening. A cushioning component is positioned in the cavity of the shell so that a lower surface of the cushioning component is supported on an inner surface of the shell and is uncovered by the shell at the opening. The lower surface of the cushioning component is secured to the inner surface of the shell by radio frequency welding or adhesive. 1. An article of footwear comprising: a cushioning component;', 'a shell composed at least partially of a textile layer and at least partially encasing the cushioning component;', 'a strobel unit overlaying an upper surface of the cushioning component;', 'wherein a lower surface of the cushioning component is welded to an inner surface of the shell and the upper surface of the cushioning component is welded to the strobel unit., 'a sole assembly having2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the shell is configured to have a greater compliance in a vertical direction than in a transverse direction; and wherein the cushioning component has a compliance in the vertical direction less than the compliance of the shell in the transverse direction.3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the cushioning component is not secured to the shell.4. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the shell extends to include an integral footwear upper.5. A method of manufacturing an article of footwear comprising:forming an at least partially textile shell so that the shell has a cavity with an opening;positioning a ...

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Номер записи: 77

21-01-2021 дата публикации

Shoe Having Dual Material Sole

Номер: US20210015206A1

Автор: Aubert Shepherd, Jack Boys, Raghu Yalamanchili

Принадлежит: Cole Haan LLC

A shoe comprising a sole. The sole includes an upper sole member and a lower sole member of different materials. The lower sole member has a hole extending from its lower side to its upper side, and a projection of the upper sole member extends downwardly into the hole. The lower sole member further includes a longitudinal flex groove extending from a toe region to a front end of the hole, and from a rear end of the hole to a sole heel end. The longitudinal flex groove and hole combine to facilitate transverse flexion of the lower sole member in response to gait forces from the ground and a wearer's foot.

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Номер записи: 78

17-04-2014 дата публикации

SHOCK ABSORBING SHOES WITH TRIANGLE SHOCK ABSORBING SPACE

Номер: US20140101972A1

Автор: Ha Yong-ho

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A shock absorbing shoe with a triangle shock absorbing space, the shoe having an outsole and a midsole, wherein the midsole is divided into upper and lower midsoles, a plurality of upper seating holes provided on opposite sides of the upper midsole behind an area corresponding to an arch region of a foot sole, a plurality of lower seating holes provided on opposite sides of the lower midsole. The shoe includes a shock absorbing means having a body member formed longitudinally between the upper and lower midsoles, and wing members provided on opposite sides of the body member. Each wing member includes an upper inclined portion inclined upwards to be received in the associated upper seating hole, a lower inclined portion inclined downwards to be received in the associated lower seating hole, and a connecting portion connecting the upper and lower inclined portions. 14010. A shock absorbing shoe with a triangle shock absorbing space , having an outsole () and a midsole () ,{'b': 10', '20', '30', '22', '32, 'wherein the midsole () is divided into an upper midsole () and a lower midsole (), a plurality of upper seating holes () being provided on opposite sides of the upper midsole behind an area corresponding to an arch region of a foot sole, a plurality of lower seating holes () being provided on opposite sides of the lower midsole,'}{'b': '100', 'the shock absorbing shoe comprising shock absorbing means (), the shock absorbing means including{'b': 110', '20', '30, 'a body member () formed longitudinally between the upper midsole () and the lower midsole (); and'}{'b': 120', '110, 'wing members () provided on opposite sides of the body member (), each of the wing members comprising{'b': 122', '22, 'an upper inclined portion () inclined upwards to be received in the associated upper seating hole ();'}{'b': 126', '32, 'a lower inclined portion () inclined downwards to be received in the associated lower seating hole (); and'}{'b': 124', '122', '126', '122', '126', '124', ...

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Номер записи: 79

22-01-2015 дата публикации

ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR INCLUDING UNITARY FOOTBED-SOLE COMPONENTS AND STITCHING AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Номер: US20150020412A1

Автор: Kue Chengkou

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A method of forming an article of footwear according to an embodiment of the present invention includes injection molding a footbed component as a single monolithic piece, the footbed component comprising a footbed having a top surface configured to contact a user's foot when the article of footwear is worn by the user, the footbed component further comprising a stitch-out flange extending laterally outwardly about the footbed, the stitch-out flange having a top surface and a bottom surface; arranging at least a portion of an upper as a layer against the top surface of the stitch-out flange; stitching the upper to the stitch-out flange by applying a stitching pattern completely through the upper and the top and bottom surfaces of the stitch-out flange, for example along a vertical direction with respect to the footbed component. 1. A method of forming an article of footwear , the method comprising:injection molding a footbed component as a single monolithic piece, the footbed component comprising a footbed having a top surface configured to contact a user's foot when the article of footwear is worn by the user, the footbed component further comprising a stitch-out flange extending laterally outwardly about the footbed, the stitch-out flange having a top surface and a bottom surface;arranging at least a portion of an upper as a layer against the top surface of the stitch-out flange;stitching the upper to the stitch-out flange by applying a stitching pattern completely through the upper and the top and bottom surfaces of the stitch-out flange.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein applying the stitching pattern comprises applying the stitching pattern along a vertical direction with respect to the footbed.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein injection molding the footbed comprises injection molding the footbed component of a foaming resin comprising ethylene vinyl acetate.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising adhering an outsole component to a bottom surface of the ...

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Номер записи: 80

28-01-2016 дата публикации

PERFORMANCE OUTDOOR FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20160021969A1

Автор: II Carl F., LETTOW, SAURO Raymond J.

Принадлежит: VORBECK MATERIALS CORP

Embodiments of the present invention relate to footwear articles and a method for fabricating a footwear article. The footwear article comprises an upper and a sole that is comprised of a graphene-containing polymer composition and having one or more layers affixed to the upper. The method for fabricating the footwear article comprises forming a sole on an upper. The sole comprises a graphene-containing polymer composition and one or more layers affixed to the upper. 1. A footwear article comprising:an upper; anda sole comprised of a graphene-containing polymer composition and having one or more layers affixed to the upper.2. The footwear article of claim 1 , wherein the graphene-containing polymer composition includes graphene sheets.3. The footwear article of claim 2 , wherein the graphene sheets have a surface area of at least 100 m/g.4. The footwear article of claim 1 , wherein the upper includes a graphene-containing polymer composition.5. The footwear article of claim 1 , wherein the upper and a layer included in the one or more layers comprise a single continuous unit.6. The footwear article of claim 1 , wherein the graphene-containing polymer composition has one or more of the following characteristics:a tensile strength of 50 lbs. or greater;a thermal insulation value of at least 0.12 clo;a coefficient of friction of at least 0.75 when dry; anda coefficient of friction of at least 0.5 when wet.7. The footwear article of claim 1 , wherein the sole further comprises a formation of one or more cleat protrusions included on a surface of the sole.8. The footwear article of claim 1 , wherein the upper includes a graphene-containing polymer composition.9. The footwear article of claim 1 , wherein the upper includes a toe cap comprised of a second graphene-containing polymer composition; andwherein the first and second graphene-containing polymer composition include the same or different graphenic material.10. The footwear article of claim 7 , wherein the one or ...

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Номер записи: 81

28-01-2016 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR WITH SOLE STRUCTURE INCORPORATING LOBED FLUID-FILLED CHAMBER WITH PROTRUDING END WALL PORTIONS

Номер: US20160021974A1

Автор: Kelley Risha, Mathras Steve M., Miner Mark C., Schindler Eric S.

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A sole structure includes at least one lobed fluid-filled chamber component, a midsole component inter-fitted with the fluid-filled chamber component and forming a portion of a peripheral side of the sole structure, and an optional outer sole component. A lobed fluid-filled chamber component has a central portion, a plurality of lobes extending outward from the central portion, and a plurality of channels formed between the plurality of lobes, the plurality of channels extending in a direction from a top surface of the fluid-filled chamber component to a bottom surface of the fluid-filled chamber component. At least one lobe may have an exposed distal end wall including a projecting portion that extends beyond the portion of the peripheral side surface of the sole structure formed by the midsole component. The midsole component includes a plurality of projections that extend through and are inter-fitted with the plurality of channels of the fluid-filled chamber component and that have exposed side walls that form the portion of the peripheral side surface of the sole structure. An exposed side wall of a protrusion may have a flex structure, such as an indentation, to facilitate compressibility and bending of a midsole protrusion between adjacent fluid-filled lobes under a bending force. A distal end of a midsole protrusion may include a flex structure, such as a lateral groove, to facilitate bending and flexibility of the sole structure. An inter-fitted configuration of the plurality of lobes of the fluid-filled chamber component and the plurality of protrusions of the midsole component may present an aesthetically pleasing profile, such as a “zigzag” profile. 1. An element of a sole structure for an article of footwear , comprising:a fluid-filled chamber component having a central portion, a plurality of lobes extending outward from the central portion, and a plurality of channels formed between the plurality of lobes,the plurality of channels extending in a ...

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Номер записи: 82

28-01-2016 дата публикации

Cleat Assembly For An Athletic Shoe And An Athletic Shoe Comprising Same

Номер: US20160021981A1

Автор: Piturro Laurence, Sanchez Hernan

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An athletic shoe comprising an upper portion; a sole; and a cleat assembly comprising a base for coupling to the sole, wherein the cleat assembly includes a post assembly having a biasing member; and a cleat body, wherein the cleat body is disposed on the post assembly; wherein the post assembly has 360° tiltability, relative to the sole; wherein the cleat body also has 360° tiltability, relative to the sole. A cleat assembly for an athletic shoe is also provided. 1. An athletic shoe comprising:an upper portion;a sole; and a post assembly comprising a biasing member; and', 'a cleat body, wherein the cleat body is disposed on the post assembly;, 'a cleat assembly comprising a base that is coupleable to the sole, wherein the cleat assembly compriseswherein the post assembly has 360° tiltability, relative to the sole;wherein the cleat body also has 360° tiltability, relative to the sole, based on the cleat body being disposed on the post assembly.2. The athletic shoe as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the biasing member is a spring.3. The athletic shoe as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the base of the cleat assembly comprises a threaded post claim 1 , and the cleat assembly is coupled to the sole by the threaded post that threadably engages a complementary receptacle in the sole.4. The athletic shoe as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the base of the cleat assembly is molded to the sole.5. The athletic shoe as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cleat body is comprised of a flexible material.6. The athletic shoe as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the cleat body is comprised of a gel claim 5 , silicone claim 5 , rubber and/or polyurethane material.7. The athletic shoe as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the biasing member provides for increased structural support for the post assembly.8. The athletic shoe as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the post assembly comprises a flexible cover;wherein the post assembly and the cleat body are two separately identifiable structures; and the cleat body ...

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Номер записи: 83

26-01-2017 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR HAVING A SOLE WITH A PLURALITY OF CHAMBERS

Номер: US20170020228A1

Автор: Lee Sangmin, SCOFIELD Robert Kent

Принадлежит: Chinook Asia LLC

Soles for footwear and footwear are disclosed. The sole may include a midsole having a first surface. The sole may additionally include an outsole having a second surface and a plurality of first recesses. The second surface may be attached to the first surface. The first surface and the plurality of first recesses may define a plurality of chambers. One or more chambers of the plurality of chambers may include trapped air. The midsole may further include first protruding portions that extend downwardly from the first surface toward one or more first recesses of the plurality of first recesses. 1. A sole for footwear , the sole comprising:a midsole having a first surface; andan outsole having a second surface and a plurality of first recesses, the second surface is attached to the first surface, the first surface and the plurality of first recesses define a plurality of chambers, one or more chambers of the plurality of chambers includes trapped air, the midsole further includes first protruding portions that extend downwardly from the first surface toward one or more first recesses of the plurality of first recesses.2. The sole of claim 1 , wherein the first protruding portions include one or more walls that are shaped to correspond to part of the one or more recesses of the plurality of first recesses such that the one or more walls are in contact with the part of those recesses.3. The sole of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of first recesses includes a plurality of concave-shaped walls claim 2 , and the one or more walls are convex-shaped to correspond to the plurality of concave-shaped walls such that the convex-shaped walls are in contact with at least a substantial portion of the concave-shaped walls.4. The sole of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of first recesses includes a bottom and a plurality of sidewalls claim 1 , the plurality of first recesses includes inclined surfaces disposed between the plurality of sidewalls and the second surface claim 1 , the ...

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Номер записи: 84

25-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD OF MAKING A BREATHABLE, WINDPROOF AND WATERPROOF VAMP FOR A SHOE

Номер: US20180020770A1

Автор: CHANG Chung-Tang, LIN Ho-Pin

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A method of making a breathable and windproof vamp includes: (a) providing outer and inner fabric layers; (b) forming a breathable and windproof resin layer on one of the outer fabric layer and the inner fabric layer; (c) dispensing a plurality of spaced-apart glue dots on the resin layer or on the other one of the outer fabric layer and the inner fabric layer; (d) connecting the inner and outer fabric layers in such a manner that the glue dots and the resin layer are interposed between the inner and outer fabric layers, and the inner and outer fabric layers are adhered with each other through the spaced-apart glue dots so as to obtain a fabric laminate; and (e) cutting and forming the fabric laminate into a vamp. 16. A method of making a breathable and windproof vamp () for a shoe , comprising:(a) providing an outer fabric layer and an inner fabric layer, each of the outer fabric layer and the inner fabric layer having a top surface and a bottom surface that is opposite to the top surface;(b) forming a breathable and windproof resin layer on one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer;(c) dispensing a plurality of spaced-apart glue dots on the resin layer or on the other one of the bottom surface of the outer fabric layer and the top surface of the inner fabric layer;(d) connecting the inner fabric layer and the outer fabric layer in such a manner that the glue dots and the breathable and windproof resin layer are interposed between the inner fabric layer and the outer fabric layer, and the inner fabric layer and the outer fabric layer are adhered with each other through the spaced-apart glue dots so as to obtain a breathable and windproof fabric laminate; and(e) cutting and forming the breathable and windproof fabric laminate into a vamp that is formed with a receiving space for receiving a user's foot.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein in the breathable and windproof fabric laminate claim 1 , an area of the ...

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Номер записи: 85

25-01-2018 дата публикации

AIR CUSHION SHOE DEVICE

Номер: US20180020771A1

Автор: Lo Chih-Fang

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An air cushion shoe device installed in a shoe comprises an air cushion assembly which includes a rear pressing portion, a conduit, and a plurality of gasbags. One end of the conduit is fluidly communicated with the rear pressing portion and the other end thereof has a plurality of branches whose quantity is corresponding to the one of the gasbags. Each branch is fluidly communicated with the corresponding gasbag. A check valve is arranged between the conduit and the branches. An air hole of the conduit is located between the rear pressing portion and the check valve. When the rear pressing portion is pressed downwardly, the air received in the rear pressing portion is extruded through the conduit, the check valve, and each gasbag to each branch so that each gasbag is filled with the air to reduce the impact generated between a foot and a ground. 1. An air cushion shoe device , installed in a shoe , comprising an air cushion assembly , wherein:the air cushion assembly includes a rear pressing portion, a conduit, and a plurality of gasbags, one end of the conduit is fluidly communicated with the rear pressing portion and the other end thereof has a plurality of branches whose quantity is corresponding to the one of the gasbags, each of the branches is fluidly communicated with the corresponding gasbag, a check valve is arranged between the conduit and the branches so that the air which is flowed toward the gasbags is not flowed back, an air hole is formed at the conduit and located between the rear pressing portion and the check valve for providing an outside air to enter into the conduit through the air hole and then flow toward the rear pressing portion to fill the rear pressing portion, when the rear pressing portion is forced to press downwardly, the air received in the rear pressing portion is extruded through one end of the conduit adjacent to the rear pressing portion and the check valve to the other end of the conduit opposite to the end thereof adjacent to ...

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Номер записи: 86

10-02-2022 дата публикации

Adjustable Foot Support Systems Including Fluid-Filled Bladder Chambers

Номер: US20220039513A1

Автор: Patton Levi J.

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Foot support systems for articles of footwear or other foot-receiving devices include a compressor or other gas source used to control gas pressure provided in one or more pressure adjustable fluid-filled bladders used to support a wearer's foot. Additional features relate to fluid flow control systems and methods that include a plurality of valves to control an inflation configuration for supplying gas to the one or more adjustable fluid filled bladders or a deflation configuration for releasing gas from the one or more adjustable fluid filled bladders. 1. A foot support system for an article of footwear , comprising:a compressor including a gas intake port and a gas outlet port;a first solenoid valve including a gas intake port in fluid communication with the gas outlet port of the compressor and a gas outlet port, wherein the first solenoid valve includes a first movable plunger that is configured to move to change the first solenoid valve at least between an inflation configuration and a deflation configuration;a first fluid-filled bladder configured to support at least a portion of a plantar surface of a user's foot, wherein the first fluid-filled bladder includes a gas port; anda first fluid line connecting the gas outlet port of the first solenoid valve and the gas port of the first fluid-filled bladder.2. The foot support system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a controller for controlling operation of the compressor and the first solenoid valve; anda pressure sensor for determining pressure in the first fluid-filled bladder and providing sensed pressure information to the controller.3. The foot support system according to claim 2 , further comprising:an input device for receiving input data in electronic communication with the controller, wherein the input device is configured to receive user input including at least one of: (a) a desired pressure level for the first fluid-filled bladder and (b) a desire to change pressure in the first fluid-filled ...

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Номер записи: 87

23-01-2020 дата публикации

AIRBAG FOR ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20200022454A1

Автор: Eldem Can, Flanagan Wade, Fredrick Craig, Nyberg Ryan, Small Jessica

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

A bladder for an article of footwear includes a chamber having (i) an arcuate segment extending from a first transition to a second transition, (ii) a first plurality of elongate segments extending in a first direction from the first transition to a first terminal end, and (iii) a second plurality of elongate segments spaced apart from the first plurality of elongate segments and extending in the first direction from the second transition to a second terminal end. The bladder also includes a web area connecting the arcuate segment, the first plurality of elongate segments, and the second plurality of elongate segments and extending to a terminal edge spaced apart from each of the first terminal end and the second terminal end. 1. A bladder for an article of footwear , the bladder comprising: an arcuate segment extending from a first transition to a second transition;', 'a first plurality of elongate segments extending in a first direction from the first transition to a first terminal end; and', 'a second plurality of elongate segments spaced apart from the first plurality of elongate segments and extending in the first direction from the second transition to a second terminal end; and, 'a chamber comprisinga web area connecting the arcuate segment, the first plurality of elongate segments, and the second plurality of elongate segments and extending to a terminal edge spaced apart from each of the first terminal end and the second terminal end.2. The bladder of claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of elongate segments includes:a first heel segment extending from the first transition to a third transition;a first mid-foot segment extending from the third transition to a fifth transition; anda first forefoot segment extending from the fifth transition to the first terminal end, the arcuate segment, the first heel segment, and the first mid-foot segment being aligned along a plane and the first forefoot segment extending away from the plane.3. The bladder of claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 88

28-01-2021 дата публикации

ANTI-SLIP DEVICE

Номер: US20210022412A1

Автор: Nezaj Valerije

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An anti-slip device, including at least one main body, including an outer surface to resist movement across a ground surface, and an inner surface to connect to footwear. 1. An anti-slip device , comprising: an outer surface to resist movement across a ground surface, and', 'an inner surface to connect to footwear., 'at least one main body, comprising2. The anti-slip device of claim 1 , wherein the outer surface is a smooth surface that increases friction across the ground surface.3. The anti-slip device of claim 1 , wherein the outer surface is a textured surface that increases friction across the ground surface.4. The anti-slip device of claim 1 , further comprising:a piezoelectric transducer disposed within at least a portion of the at least one main body to release a viscous liquid on the outer surface in response to a detection of sliding across the ground surface. The present general inventive concept relates generally to an anti-slip device, and particularly, to an anti-slip device for footwear.Traditional socks do not offer the support needed for a person walking on smooth surfaces on a constant basis. Generally, traditional socks are inserted within footwear.However, in practice, many people wear socks regardless of the purpose. In other words, socks are often worn for comfort and may be used indoors and outdoors without further equipping footwear. Unfortunately, this practice can result in injuries because the person may inadvertently fall and hurt themselves because of a lack of traction on the socks.Therefore, there is a need for an anti-slip device for footwear to prevent injuries while wearing socks.The present general inventive concept provides an anti-slip device.Additional features and utilities of the present general inventive concept will be set forth in part in the description which follows and, in part, will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the general inventive concept.The foregoing and/or other features and ...

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Номер записи: 89

28-01-2021 дата публикации

Article of footwear

Номер: US20210022443A1

Автор: Brian Linkfield, Cassidy R. Levy, Kevin W. Hoffer

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A sole structure for an article of footwear includes a cushioning element having a top surface, a bottom surface formed on an opposite side of the cushioning element from the top surface, a ramp surface spaced apart from the bottom surface in a heel region of the cushioning element, a heel pocket extending through the cushioning element from the top surface to the ramp surface, and a plurality of pillars extending from the ramp surface and surrounding the pocket. The sole structure additionally includes a plurality of cushioning particles disposed within the pocket, an outsole attached to the cushioning element and enclosing a first end of the pocket, and an upper barrier layer attached to the top surface of the cushioning element and covering a second end of the pocket.

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Номер записи: 90

29-01-2015 дата публикации

Adjustable Bladder System For An Article Of Footwear

Номер: US20150026997A1

Автор: GISHIFU AMY E., Langvin Elizabeth, Molyneux James, Peyton Lee D., Ransom Ty A., Reynolds Nicola J., SWIGART JOHN F.

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An adjustable bladder system for an article of footwear is disclosed. The bladder system includes an outer bladder that may be inflated using an external pump. In addition, one or more tensile members may be disposed internally to the outer bladder to provide enhanced support. A valve member may also be disposed internally to the outer bladder. The valve member can include a contoured edge to provide a contoured shape for the outer bladder. 1. A bladder system for an article of footwear , the article of footwear having a forward forefoot portion , a rearward heel portion , and a midfoot portion in between the forward forefoot portion and the rearward heel portion , the bladder system comprising:an outer bladder bounding an interior cavity;wherein the outer bladder has a forward end and a rearward end;at least one support structure disposed inside the interior cavity;a valve member disposed inside the interior cavity, the valve member providing fluid communication between the interior cavity and an exterior of the outer bladder; a first surface that is forwardly oriented toward the forward end of the outer bladder and that is at a decline toward the forward end of the outer bladder,', 'a second surface that is rearwardly oriented toward the rearward end of the outer bladder and that faces a sidewall of the at least one support structure,', 'a third surface that is generally perpendicular to the first surface and the second surface and is on a medial side of the valve member,', 'a fourth surface that is opposite to the third surface, is generally perpendicular to the first surface and the second surface, and is on a lateral side of the valve member, and', 'a fifth surface that is a lower surface that faces in a ground surface direction; and, 'wherein the valve member includeswherein the internal pressure of the outer bladder can be adjusted.2. The bladder system according to claim 1 , wherein the valve member is disposed adjacent to the forward end of the outer ...

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Номер записи: 91

29-01-2015 дата публикации

ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR, SOLE AND PUMP ARRANGEMENT FOR USE IN SAME, AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

Номер: US20150027005A1

Автор: Chan Chi Kit, Hui Samuel Sing-Kwong, Lee Neville Ka Shek

Принадлежит: Cedar Technologies International Ltd.

An article of footwear has a shoe upper, a sole connected to the shoe upper and the sole is provided with peripheral walls which together define a cavity therein. A layer of material extends across and is connected to the walls or adjacent to the walls at a perimeter of the layer of material, the layer of material dividing the cavity into at least a first chamber and a second chamber. The layer of material and the walls on one side of the perimeter of the layer of material define the first chamber, and the layer of material and the walls on the other side of the perimeter of the layer of material define the second chamber. The sole is configured such that movement of the layer of material within the cavity causes simultaneous changing of interior volume between the chambers and thus pumping of air into or out of the chambers for air circulation of the article of footwear. 1. An article of footwear , comprising:a) a shoe upper;b) a sole connected to the shoe upper and the sole is provided with peripheral walls which together define a cavity therein;c) a layer of material extending across and connected to the walls or adjacent to the walls at a perimeter of the layer of material, the layer of material dividing the cavity into at least a first chamber and a second chamber, wherein the layer of material and the walls on one side of the perimeter of the layer of material define the first chamber, and the layer of material and the walls on the other side of the perimeter of the layer of material define the second chamber; andd) the sole is configured such that movement of the layer of material within the cavity causes simultaneous changing of interior volume between the chambers and thus pumping of air into or out of the chambers for air circulation of the article of footwear.2. An article of footwear as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the layer of material is relatively thin and flexible.3. An article of footwear as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the layer of material is ...

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Номер записи: 92

02-02-2017 дата публикации

GLIDING SPORT BOOT SOLE

Номер: US20170027274A1

Автор: Simonetti Luigi

Принадлежит: ROSSIGNOL LANGE S.R.L

Ski boot sole (), characterized in that it comprises: 1. Ski boot sole comprising:a plate made of a composite material comprising reinforcing ribs;rear and front components extending under the plate and forming gripping tread patterns, the front component comprising at least one binding device intended to cooperate with a corresponding binding device belonging to a ski.2. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , which comprises an outer rib and an inner rib claim 1 , the outer rib and inner ribs being arranged at lateral parts of the plate in an anterior half of the sole.3. Ski boot sole according to claim 2 , wherein the outer and inner claim 2 , ribs extend over a length comprised in a range of from 30 to 80% of a length of a front half of the sole defined between a middle of the sole and a front end thereof.4. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , which comprises a rear rib in a central position of the sole.5. Ski boot sole according to claim 4 , wherein the rear rib extends over a length comprised in a range of from 30 to 60% of a length of a rear half of the sole defined between a middle of the sole and a rear end thereof.6. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , which comprises at least one of:two front ribs and a rear rib, which are positioned within the plate and extend over a length comprised in a range of from 25% to 75% of a total length of the sole; andtwo front ribs and a rear rib, which are positioned in a central zone of the sole and meet in a central zone of the sole.7. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of:the plate extends over at least 60% of a length of the sole, andthe plate has a thickness comprised in a range of from 1.2 to 1.8 mm.8. Ski boot sole according to claim 7 , wherein the sole comprises reinforcing ribs having a height less than or equal to 5 mm claim 7 , or even comprised between 2 and 4 mm and a width less than or equal to 20 mm or even comprised between 5 and 15 mm.9. Ski boot sole according to claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 93

04-02-2016 дата публикации

Shoe Having Active Air Ventilation

Номер: US20160029740A1

Автор: Wilhelm Mohlmann

Принадлежит: ATMOS airwalk ag

The invention relates to a shoe, comprising a sole construction, which has an upper sole part and a lower outsole part and an air-pumping device having a pumping vol-ume, an air-supplying device, which is connected to the air-pumping device, an air-discharging device, which is connected to the air-pumping device, wherein the upper sole part, the lower outsole part, and the air-pumping device are de-signed in such a way that air in the amount of the pumping volume can be sucked into the air-pumping device through the air-supplying device from outside the shoe and above the upper sole part due to the unloading of the sole con-struction during the walking motion of a user, air in the amount of the pumping volume can be discharged into the interior of the shoe through the air-discharging device due to the loading of the sole construction during the walking motion of the user, and the pumping volume of the air-pumping device is at least 5 ml, in particular at least 10 ml.

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Номер записи: 94

01-02-2018 дата публикации

AQUA SHOE HAVING ANTI-SLIP STRUCTURE

Номер: US20180027920A1

Автор: Choi Sun Mi

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A shoe with a superior wearing sensation is equipped with an anti-slip structure to forward comfort and safety in a watery place. The shoe includes an upper that covers an instep from above, an insole part that connects to the lower part of the upper and an outsole part which is integrated by adhesion with the insole part and the upper and which is supported by an outsole surface, wherein the outsole part is equipped with an anti-slip structure in which a plurality of suction parts are arranged while a suction part includes a cup that tightly contacts along the cup rim to the ground surface to provide, by being compressed, suction force and a protuberance that protrudes downward from the center of the cup. 1. An aqua shoe that is equipped with an anti-slip structure comprising:an upper that covers an instep from above;an insole part that connects to the lower part of the upper; andan outsole part which is integrated with the insole part and the upper and which is supported by an outsole surface,wherein the outsole part is equipped with an anti-slip structure in which a plurality of suction parts are arranged while a suction part includes a cup that tightly contacts along the cup rim to the ground surface to provide, by being compressed, suction force.2. The aqua shoe that is equipped with an anti-slip structure of claim 10 , wherein the suction part is constructed so that the level of the cup rim is located lower than the level of the lower end of the protuberance.3. The aqua shoe that is equipped with an anti-slip structure of claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , for the suction part claim 2 , the cup rim claim 2 , upon stepping on the ground claim 2 , contacts to the ground and provides suction force by being compressed then relieves the suction force when the protuberance claim 2 , upon shifting the foot load and by increasing the pressure claim 2 , contacts to the ground.4. The aqua shoe that is equipped with an anti-slip structure of claim 1 , wherein the outsole part ...

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Номер записи: 95

01-02-2018 дата публикации

Article of Footwear Incorporating an Impact Absorber and Having an Upper Decoupled from its Sole in a Midfoot Region

Номер: US20180027924A1

Автор: Meschter James C., Nurse Matthew A., Shaffer Benjamin A.

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An article of footwear includes an upper, a sole attached to the upper, and an impact absorber attached to the upper at least along a midfoot region of the upper and capable of absorbing a portion of a lateral impact when the impact absorber is moved into contact with a top surface of the sole. The impact absorber is be integrally formed with the sole and has a width that varies along a length of the impact absorber. The width of the impact absorber decreases in a forefoot region and a heel region. The upper rolls to contact the top surface of the sole upon lateral impact. The sole and the upper may be attached asymmetrically. 1. An article of footwear , comprising:an upper including a lateral side, a medial side opposite the lateral side, and a midfoot region;a sole attached to the upper such that the upper is permitted to roll with respect to the sole upon exposure to at least one of a lateral force or a medial force; andan impact absorber attached to at least one of the lateral side and the medial side of the upper and provided at least along the midfoot region of the upper,wherein the impact absorber is compressible for absorbing a portion of the at least one of the lateral force or the medial force, and wherein the upper is configured to move and compress the impact absorber into contact with a top surface of the sole.2. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the impact absorber has a height that varies along a length of the impact absorber.3. The article of footwear according to claim 2 , wherein the height of the impact absorber decreases in a forefoot region and a heel region.4. The article of footwear according to claim 1 , wherein the impact absorber includes: (a) a first impact absorber attached along the medial side of the upper and (b) a second impact absorber attached along the lateral side of the upper.5. The article of footwear according to claim 4 , wherein the first impact absorber differs in size and shape from the second impact ...

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Номер записи: 96

05-02-2015 дата публикации

DIFFERING VOID CELL MATRICES FOR SOLE SUPPORT

Номер: US20150033577A1

Автор: DAHL JEROD, Foley Peter, Kanous Trevor, Metzer Collin, Sugano Eric William

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A shoe sole comprises a first array of interconnected void cells that is oriented adjacent to a second opposing array of interconnected void cells, wherein the second opposing array of interconnected void cells is geometrically different from the first array of void cells and includes at least one void cell with an asymmetrical perimeter. 1. A shoe sole comprising:a first array of interconnected void cells oriented adjacent to a second opposing array of interconnected void cells, wherein the second opposing array of interconnected void cells is geometrically different from the first array of void cells and includes at least one void cell with an asymmetrical perimeter.2. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the first array of interconnected void cells includes at least one void cell that is different from a corresponding void cell of the second opposing array of interconnected void cells.3. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the first array of interconnected void cells has a first outer perimeter dimension and the second opposing array of interconnected void cells has a second outer perimeter dimension claim 1 , the first outer perimeter dimension different than the second outer perimeter dimension.4. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein a depth of a void cell of the first array of interconnected void cells is different from a depth of a corresponding void cell of the second opposing array of interconnected void cells.5. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the void cells of the first array of interconnected void cells has different dimensions than a corresponding void cell of the second opposing array of interconnected void cells.6. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the second opposing array of interconnected void cells includes at least one void cell corresponding to multiple void cells of the first array of interconnected void cells.7. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein the shoe sole includes offset cut lines.8. The shoe sole of claim 1 , wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 97

04-02-2021 дата публикации

SOLE STRUCTURE WITH TIERED PLATE ASSEMBLY FOR AN ARTICLE OF FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20210030112A1

Автор: Amoako Lawrence K., Dieudonne Melusine, Schulze Tim Steffen

Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

A sole structure may have a tiered plate assembly including a first plate and a second plate. The first plate may extend from a forefoot region of the sole structure to a heel region of the sole structure. Stated differently, the first plate may be a full-length plate that extends the full length of the sole structure. The second plate may be joined with the first plate in a midfoot region of the sole structure and at a rear of a heel region of the sole structure, and may diverge from the first plate between the midfoot region and the rear of the heel region to define a first heel gap between the first plate and the second plate in the heel region. Heel cushioning units may be stacked in the heel region, with a first heel cushioning unit disposed in the first heel gap. 1. A sole structure comprising:a tiered plate assembly including a first plate and a second plate;the first plate extending from a forefoot region of the sole structure to a heel region of the sole structure;the second plate joined with the first plate in a midfoot region of the sole structure and at a rear of a heel region of the sole structure, and diverging from the first plate between the midfoot region and the rear of the heel region to define a first heel gap between the first plate and the second plate in the heel region.2. The sole structure of claim 1 , further comprising:a first heel cushioning unit disposed in the first heel gap and confronting a distal side of the first plate and a proximal side of the second plate; anda second heel cushioning unit stacked on the proximal side of the first plate in the heel region and opposite from the first heel cushioning unit.3. The sole structure of claim 2 , wherein the first heel cushioning unit and the second heel cushioning unit are fluid-filled bladders.4. The sole structure of claim 1 , wherein a rear portion of the first plate and the rear portion of the second plate ascend together in a proximal direction at the rear of the heel region.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 98

09-02-2017 дата публикации

Cushioning assembly for an article of footwear

Номер: US20170035146A1

Автор: Lee D. Peyton

Принадлежит: Nike Inc

A cushioning assembly for an article of footwear includes a first bladder wall and a second bladder wall disposed opposite the first bladder wall. At least one of the first bladder wall and/or the second bladder wall defines a plurality of domes defining a fluid-filled cavity between the first bladder wall and the second bladder wall. The domes include a base portion defining a generally hemispherical segment having a base radius, and a cap portion defining a generally hemispherical cap having a cap radius. The cap radius is less than the base radius. The cushioning assembly may include a load distribution structure positioned adjacent the cap portions of the domes to distribute an applied load across the domes.

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Номер записи: 99

11-02-2016 дата публикации

ACTIVE MULTICOMPARTMENTAL PRESSURE REDISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160037939A1

Автор: PETROV STAN C.

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An interconnected multicompartmental pressure redistribution system that is able to precisely identify contact pressure points and address excess pressure on the body by redistributing the pressure in real time. Sensors that are part of a matrix of fluid substance-filled interactive pixels communicate with a microcontroller that may also be in wireless communication with a smart device. The microcontroller controls the individual fluid flow regulators located between the interactive pixels. This causes specific flow regulators to open, allowing the fluid substance to flow from one interactive pixel to another, redistributing pressure, as needed. 1. An active multicompartment pressure redistribution system , comprising:a plurality of containment vessels filled with a fluid substance arranged in a matrix, each containment vessel interconnected to surround containment vessels by fluid flow channels;a plurality of flow regulators, each flow regulator located in a flow channel;a plurality of pressure sensors, at least one pressure sensor located on each containment vessel; anda microcontroller in the matrix connected for communication with the pressure sensors and flow regulators;whereby the microcontroller activates the flow regulators in response to data received from the pressure sensors.2. The active multicompartment pressure redistribution system of wherein the containment vessel is filled with a fluid that is one of a liquid claim 1 , gas claim 1 , or gel.3. The active multicompartment pressure redistribution system of wherein the containment vessel is made from an elastic fluid impermeable material.4. The active multicompartment pressure redistribution system of wherein the containment vessel walls are reinforced by semi-elastic bands.5. The active multicompartment pressure redistribution system of wherein the containment vessel further comprises a semi-flexible frame to which the semi-elastic bands attach.6. The active multicompartment pressure redistribution ...

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Номер записи: 100