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09-04-2019 дата публикации

Чехол летний на аппарат внешней фиксации

Номер: RU0000188367U1
Автор: Александр Николаевич Леонтьев, Евгения Николаевна Московенкова, Людмила Вячеславовна Леонтьева
Принадлежит: Александр Николаевич Леонтьев, Евгения Николаевна Московенкова, Федеральное государственное бюджетное учреждение «Российский научный центр «Восстановительная травматология и ортопедия» имени академика Г.А. Илизарова» Министерства здравоохранения Российской Федерации.

ЧЕХОЛ ЛЕТНИЙ НА АППАРАТ ВНЕШНЕЙ ФИКСАЦИИ. (57) Реферат Полезная модель относится к медицинским изделиям, может быть использована в качестве многоразового защитного средства при лечении аппаратом внешней фиксации для прогулок в теплое время года и при передвижении в здании, а также как дополнительное средство гигиены оперированной конечности под одеждой и внутри утепленного зимнего чехла. Чехол выполнен из однослойного цельного мягкого гибкого полотна, обеспечивающего воздухообмен, содержит фиксирующее средство на двух противолежащих смыкаемых сторонах полотна, выполненное в виде застежки-молнии 1, позволяющей удерживать полотно в свернутом состоянии, стягивающий элемент, выполненный в виде шнура 2 пропущенного в канал вдоль края полотна (тесьма), обеспечивающий стягивание чехла для его плотного примыкания к конечности, канал для шнура образован тем, что полотно загнуто и прошито вдоль края. Отличается тем, что полотно выполнено из ткани состоящей из смеси хлопчатобумажных волокон и синтетических волокон с содержанием последних в диапазоне от 20 до 80%, плотностью в диапазоне от 80 до 315 грамм на квадратный метр (г/ м 2 ), с водоотталкивающей пропиткой, прочностью на разрыв не менее 500Н, стойкостью к истиранию не менее 3000 циклов, гигроскопичностью в диапазоне от 1 до 18% воздухопроницаемостью не менее 35 дм 3 /м 2 сек. Технический результат заключается в обеспечении защиты конечности и смонтированного на ней АВФ, от негативного воздействия окружающей среды чехлом способным к многократному использованию и стерилизации (1 н.з.п. 9 з.п. 8 илл.). РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 188 367 U1 (51) МПК A41D 13/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A41D 13/00 (2019.02); A61F 5/00 (2019.02); A61F 15/00 (2019.02); A43B 17/00 (2019.02) (21) (22) Заявка: 2019100049, 08.01.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 08.01.2019 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 08.01.2019 (45) ...

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29-03-2012 дата публикации

Footwear sole

Номер: US20120073162A1
Автор: Jorge GUIRADO MARTINEZ
Принадлежит: Camper SL

Shoe insert ( 1 ) comprised of numerous elements that provide shock absorption, elements that are made up of numerous cavities ( 2 ), each corresponding with pivots or shock absorbing ( 3 ) elements, which extend out from the bottom part of the insert; shock absorption elements ( 2, 3 ) configured in such way that, when compressed by the user's weight, they compress and absorb the shock that is produced by the stepping action, thus achieving a sensation of well being and comfort.

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Номер записи: 2
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Forefoot catapult for athletic shoes

Номер: US20120096741A1
Автор: Adam Goldston, Jon Bemis, Mark Goldston, Ryan Goldston
Принадлежит: Athletic Propulsion Labs LLC

An athletic shoe includes an upper, an outsole, a pair of hinged plates, and a spring. The pair of hinged plates are attached between the outsole and the upper in a forefoot portion of the shoe, and the spring biases the plates apart, so that energy is stored and returned during a propulsion phase of a gait cycle in a human step. Foam may be disposed between the plates. A shroud may enclose an outer periphery of the plates. An adjustable torsion spring may be disposed in a hinge portion of the plates, and one or more wave springs may be disposed between the plates.

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Номер записи: 3
19-07-2012 дата публикации

Absorbent footwear liner

Номер: US20120180337A1
Автор: Shannon Michelle McLinden
Принадлежит: Summer Soles LLC

An absorbent footwear liner comprising an upper absorbent layer and a lower layer comprising an adhesive equal in size to the upper layer for adhering the liner to substantially the entire surface of a footbed for absorbing and dissipating moisture thereon and preventing foot slippage on a shoe footbed due to perspiration.

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Номер записи: 4
16-08-2012 дата публикации

Cushioning element, footwear, insole, deformable filling, and envelope

Номер: US20120204451A1
Автор: Bartholomeus Mattheus de Roode, Marcel Geerdink
Принадлежит: SC Johnson and Son Inc

Cushioning element ( 4 ) for footwear, having a deformable filling ( 12 ) and an envelope ( 10 ) that encloses the deformable filling. The envelope is arranged for forming at least one flow channel ( 837 ). In use, at least part of the deformable filling flows into the at least one flow channel as a result of increased pressure of the deformable filling caused by a mechanical load The deformable filling contains solid bodies and further contains a lubricating fluid for mutually lubricating the solid bodies. A dimension of the at least one flow channel is arranged for hindering entrance of the solid bodies into the at least one flow channel during cushioning.

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Номер записи: 5
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Flat, topless socks

Номер: US20120255101A1
Автор: Carl M. Pizzo
Принадлежит: Individual

The flat, topless sock is are re-usable, machine washable/dryable, sock/stocking alternative that is inserted into a shoe or sandal, adhering to the shoe's insole so it can be worn in place of traditional socks to give the wearer the “no-sock” look while providing the benefits of wearing a sock. The preferred embodiment of the flat, topless sock consists of a soft, durable, absorbent surface in contact with the skin on the bottom of the foot and an adhesive/anti-slip surface on the opposite side which is in contact with/adheres to the insole of the shoe or sandal. Optional features may include but are not limited to: the addition of extra layer(s) for added comfort, shock and/or sweat absorption; the addition of an anti-microbial agent; a design modification to allow for use in a thong sandal; and an unlimited variety of decorative material designs, colors, textures, stitching patterns or appliqués.

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Номер записи: 6
22-11-2012 дата публикации

Footwear Having Sensor System

Номер: US20120291564A1
Автор: Allan M. Schrock, Andrew A. Owings, Anthony C. Dean, Michael S. Amos
Принадлежит: Nike Inc

An article of footwear includes an upper member and a sole structure, with a sensor system connected to the sole structure. The sensor system includes a plurality of sensors that are configured for detecting forces exerted by a user's foot on the sensor. Each sensor includes two electrodes that are in communication with a force sensitive resistive material. Additionally, the sensor system may be provided on an insert that may form a sole member of the article of footwear. The insert may include an airflow system that includes one or more air chambers in communication with one or more air reservoirs through air passages extending therebetween. The insert may also have a multi-layered structure, with the airflow system provided between the layers.

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Номер записи: 7
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Shoe insole including a knitted spacer fabric

Номер: US20130139407A1
Автор: Bas Brongers, Wido Van Drecht
Принадлежит: SC Johnson and Son Inc

A shoe insole includes a knitted spacer fabric. The knitted fabric comprises a top layer, a bottom layer, and a plurality of spacing threads extending between the top layer and the bottom layer. The spacing threads includes a monofilament yarn having a diameter of between 0.09 mm and 0.12 mm. Optionally the top layer on one of its sides, exposed to the exterior and adapted to contact a shoe wearer's foot, has been given a softer feel by a sanding treatment.

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Номер записи: 8
06-06-2013 дата публикации

Ventilating Footwear Devices

Номер: US20130139413A1
Автор: Michael S. Adams, Robert J. Wiener, William G. Hardie
Принадлежит: WL Gore and Associates Inc

Ventilating insole boards, self-ventilating footwear devices and self-bailing footwear articles and devices are provided.

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Номер записи: 9
20-06-2013 дата публикации

PERFORMANCE ENHANCED WATER SOCK

Номер: US20130152275A1
Автор: Crosby Stacey D.
Принадлежит:

A water sock forming a tubular body having a pair of opposing, open ends that allow the water sock to be put on and removed as easily as any sock. The simple design of this water sock makes it compatible with any type of outer footwear. In one exemplary embodiment, a stretchable toe strap extends between opposing sides of the water sock adjacent to one of the open ends. This toe strap is received between two of the wearer's toes during use and prevents the water sock from sliding rearward toward the wearer's heel. 110-. (canceled)11. A water sock , comprising:an elongate sewn tubular body formed from a first resiliently stretchable fabric material having a top, a bottom, a foot engaging portion and a heel engaging portion, each of said foot engaging portion and said heel engaging portion defining an open end, the top and bottom of the first material at said open end of said foot engaging portion being fastened (sewn) together to thereby form a toe strap extending between opposing sides thereof thereby creating two discrete openings adapted to separate the big toe from the remaining toes of a wearer, said bottom of said body having a ball region and a heel region;said first material adapted to cling to a wearer's foot;a circumferential toe band on said open end of said foot engaging portion extending generally laterally, a portion of said toe band being angled toward the heel portion to provide clearance for the wearer's toes; anda plurality of discrete slip resistant regions formed from a second material, said plurality of slip resistant regions positioned on said bottom of said body such that said first material underlies said plurality of slip resistant regions;wherein said first material and said second material are different, said first material being formed from a combination of spandex and at least one of polyester or nylon and said second material being formed at least partially from a polymer, said plurality of discrete slip resistant regions being separated ...

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Номер записи: 10
27-06-2013 дата публикации

MULTIPURPOSE OPEN-TOED STOCKING

Номер: US20130160192A1
Автор: Stuart Charissa
Принадлежит: PEEKY INTERNATIONAL LLC

An open toe stocking is provided. The stocking includes a body with a foot engaging portion having a heel area. The body also includes an open toe area disposed in front of the heel area of the foot engaging portion and a bottom area extending from the heel area of the foot engaging portion to the open toe area of the foot engaging portion. A leg engaging portion is integrally formed with, and extends generally perpendicularly upwardly from, the foot engaging portion. The stocking also includes an elastic circumferential band encircling a lip of the open toe area of the foot engaging portion so as to allow the open toe area of the foot engaging portion to engage the foot of the wearer when the toes of the wearer are passed therethrough. A retention strap extends through the open-toed area of the foot engaging portion so as to engage between a pair of adjacent toes of the wearer. The retention end has a first end secured to the bottom area of the foot engaging portion and a second end secured to a top area of the foot engaging portion. 1. An open toe stocking , comprising:a body that includes:a foot engaging portion having a heel area, an open toe area being disposed in front of said heel area of said foot engaging portion, and a bottom area extending from said heel area of said foot engaging portion to said open toe area of said foot engaging portion;a leg engaging portion being integrally formed with, and extending generally perpendicularly upwardly from, said foot engaging portion;an elastic circumferential band encircling a lip of said open toe area of said foot engaging portion so as to allow said open toe area of said foot engaging portion to engage the foot of the wearer when the toes of the wearer are passed therethrough; anda tapered retention strap extending through the open-toed area of the foot engaging portion so as to engage between a first toe and a second toe of the wearer, said retention strap having a wide first end secured to the bottom area of the ...

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Номер записи: 11
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Cushioning device with ventilation

Номер: US20130180023A1
Автор: Jerome Gross, Joseph Skaja
Принадлежит: SKYSOLE CORP

An insole for a shoe is characterized by a cushioning device that circulates air between a plastic bottom layer and a soft, porous upper layer. The air is directed to designated areas of the insole via vertical apertures, which circulate air to and over the foot of a user. The bottom layer is formed with air capturing structures that when collapsed expel air that is forced through the apertures and to the surface of the user's foot. The bottom layer and the upper layer are separated by a porous middle layer that may be foam or other light weight but breathable material.

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Номер записи: 12
12-09-2013 дата публикации

SOCK

Номер: US20130233025A1
Автор: ARAKI Takahiro, Fujita Emi, Ishida Manabu
Принадлежит: OKAMOTO CORPORATION

A sock includes a knitted fabric covering at least from a toe portion to a heel portion of a wearer. The knitted fabric, which is arranged in a first region covering at least sections, in a sole, corresponding to phalanges and metatarsal heads of the wearer, is formed by stitches that are knitted only by means of a covering yarn, which is a winding yarn wrapped around a core yarn. 1. A sock comprising a knitted fabric covering at least from a toe portion to a heel portion of a wearer ,wherein the knitted fabric, which is arranged in a first region covering at least sections, in a sole, corresponding to phalanges and metatarsal heads of the wearer, is formed by stitches that are knitted only by means of a covering yarn, which is a winding yarn wrapped around a core yarn.2. The sock according to claim 1 , whereinthe core yarn is made from polyurethane long fibers of 20 deniers to 100 deniers, andthe winding yarn is a filament yarn having a monofilament diameter of 200 nm to 1000 nm and a total denier number of 20 to 200.3. The sock according to claim 1 , wherein a knitted fabric claim 1 , arranged in a second region covering at least a part of an instep of the wearer claim 1 , is formed by stitches knitted only by means of the covering yarn claim 1 , which is a winding yarn wrapped around a core yarn.4. The sock according to claim 3 , wherein claim 3 , in the stitches that form the knitted fabric arranged in the second region claim 3 , the core yarn is made from polyurethane long fibers of 20 deniers to 100 deniers claim 3 , and the winding yarn is made from crimpled nylon or polyester long fibers of 20 to 200 deniers.5. The sock according to claim 1 , wherein the knitted fabric arranged in the first region has an expansion/contraction ratio in a foot length direction of 100% to 200%.6. The sock according to claim 1 , whereina static friction coefficient A of the knitted fabric arranged in the first region with respect to an insole is set at 0.6 or higher,a static ...

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Номер записи: 13
10-10-2013 дата публикации

SOCKS AND OTHER FOOTWEAR WITH SELECTIVE FRICTION REDUCING FEATURES

Номер: US20130263360A1
Автор: Thibodeau Lee L.
Принадлежит:

A sock and/or outer footwear having one or more portions with reduced frictional characteristics. One or more of the heel portion, the arch portion and the ball portion of the sock and/or interior of the outer footwear is fabricated with the reduced frictional characteristics. The reduced frictional characteristics may be established by applying a low-friction material to such portions, incorporating one or more low-friction fibers into the material of the sock and/or interior of the outer footwear in such portions or reducing the thickness of the material in such portions. The provision of reduced frictional characteristics in one or more of the heel, arch and ball facilitates insertion of a foot into footwear. 2. The sock of wherein the friction reducing feature is a low-friction material applied to a surface of one or more of the heel portion claim 1 , the arch portion and the ball portion.3. The sock of wherein the friction reducing feature is formed of one or more low-friction fibers forming one or more of the heel portion claim 1 , the arch portion and the ball portion.4. The sock of wherein the one or more low-friction fibers are integrated with a material used to make portions of the sock other than the one or more portions of the sock including the friction reducing feature.5. The sock of wherein the one or more low-friction fibers are separately formed and joined to a material used to make portions of the sock other than the one or more portions of the sock including the friction reducing feature.6. The sock of wherein the friction reducing feature is formed by reducing a thickness of one or more of the heel portion claim 1 , the arch portion and the ball portion to be less than a thickness of other portions of the sock.7. The sock of wherein the portion of reduced thickness is a gradual transition from the portions of the sock that are not of a reduced thickness.8. The sock of wherein the portion of reduced thickness is a stepped transition from the ...

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Номер записи: 14
24-10-2013 дата публикации

SLIP PREVENTION GOLF SOCK

Номер: US20130276211A1
Автор: Jung Young Ho
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a slip prevention golf sock, and more particularly, a slip prevention golf sock that has a slip prevention means in the bottom of the sock at a big toe region in the ball of the left or the right foot in which a load is concentrated during a golf swing. The slip prevention means comprises silicon coating in the shape of ring or flower with non-coated region in its center. The slip prevention golf sock prevents slip effectively because the slip is prevented not only by the coating material but also by the structural characteristics of the coating with the big toe region of the ball of the foot being located in the center of the ring or flower shape coating so that a wearer is provided more stability during a golf swing. Furthermore, it provides educational benefit of teaching a beginner a support point in the sole of the foot. 1. A slip prevention golf sock comprising:a slip prevention means having a silicon coating with non-coated region in which big toe region of the ball of the foot is locatedwhereby the slip prevention means prevents slip at the ball region of left or right foot in which a load is concentrated during a golf swing.2. The slip prevention golf sock of claim 1 , wherein the slip prevention means comprises silicon coating in the shape of ring with non-coated region at the big toe region of the ball of the foot.3. The slip prevention golf sock of claim 2 , wherein the silicon coating is formed with silicon dots within the shape of ring.4. The slip prevention golf sock of claim 1 , wherein the slip prevention means has a silicon coating in the shape of two concentric rings with non-coated region in their center in which the big toe region of the ball of the foot is located.5. The slip prevention golf sock of claim 1 , wherein the slip prevention means has a silicon coating in the shape of flower with non-coated region in its center in which the big toe region of the ball of the foot is located. 1. Field of the ...

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Номер записи: 15
07-11-2013 дата публикации

Footwear insole for high heel shoes

Номер: US20130291398A1
Автор: Charles E. Lundy, Jr., Harold A. Howlett, Jane M. Cappaert, Philip C. Yang
Принадлежит: MSD Consumber Care Inc

Disclosed is a footwear insole for increasing comfort in high heel shoes by providing a base layer extending from a heel to a forefoot of a foot, and a raised portion prominent from the top of the base layer and situated substantially under an arch of the foot, in which the raised portion is configured to increase support of the plantar fascia of the foot.

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Номер записи: 16
28-11-2013 дата публикации

ARTICLES OF APPAREL PROVIDING ENHANCED BODY POSITION FEEDBACK

Номер: US20130312159A1
Автор: Fox Richard W., NORDSTROM MATTHEW D.
Принадлежит: Nike, Inc.

Articles of apparel include: (a) a garment structure having one or more fabric elements structured and arranged to provide a close fit to at least one predetermined portion of a body (e.g., area(s) of the body for which enhanced position sensing and/or feedback are desired, such as the lower back, the arch of the foot, etc.); and (b) a body position feedback system engaged with or integrally formed as part of the garment structure. The body position feedback system may apply higher tensile or constricting (compressive) forces to selected portions of the wearer's body, which can help stimulate or interact with nerves and deep tissue receptors located in various portions of the body. The increased forces at selected locations of the body give the wearer sensory feedback regarding the position or orientation of these parts of the body and can improve or accelerate development of “muscle memory.” 1. An article of apparel , comprising:a garment structure for a human foot, wherein the garment structure includes one or more fabric elements, and wherein the garment structure is structured and arranged so as to provide a close fit to and extend across an arch portion of the foot; anda foot position feedback system engaged with the garment structure at the arch portion, wherein the foot position feedback system includes a first region in the arch portion having a higher compressive force application capability than a compressive force application capability of the fabric element making up a largest proportion of the garment structure.2. An article of apparel according to claim 1 , wherein the first region extends from a lateral foot side of the garment structure claim 1 , across a footbed portion of the garment structure claim 1 , and to a medial foot side of the garment structure.3. An article of apparel according to claim 2 , wherein at least a majority of an instep portion of the garment structure is not covered by the foot position feedback system.4. An article of apparel ...

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Номер записи: 17
28-11-2013 дата публикации

Foot Orthotic

Номер: US20130312279A1
Автор: Andrews Anthony Clive
Принадлежит: ORTHOTICS ONLINE LIMITED

A foot orthotic for use as an insole in footwear is made solely from a copper-containing material. 1100100. A foot orthotic () , for use as an insole in footwear , said foot orthotic being anatomically-shaped to the planar region of a foot , wherein the foot orthotic ()(i) is made solely from a copper-contained material which is an alloy of copper or pure copper;(ii) is a three-quarter length orthotic extending from a heel of the foot to end before the metatarsal heads of a foot;{'b': '1', '(iii) comprises a cup-shaped heel portion () to receive the heel; and'}(iv) a peripheral edge of the foot orthotic is bevelled.210011. A foot orthotic () claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an edge () of the foot orthotic is up-turned relative to an underside of the foot orthotic claim 1 , to provide increased resilience.3100. A foot orthotic () claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the foot orthotic is of uniform thickness.4100. A foot orthotic () claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the foot orthotic is made from a material of thickness from 0.5 mm to 1.5 mm.5100. A foot orthotic () claim 4 , as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the thickness is 1.0 mm or 1.2 mm.6100. A foot orthotic () claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the foot orthotic is made by a process of stamping and pressing a blank of copper-containing material to achieve the desired anatomical shape.7100. A foot orthotic () claim 6 , as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the blank of copper-containing material has been rolled.8100. A foot orthotic () claim 6 , as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the blank of copper-containing material has been passed through a machine press.9100. A foot orthotic () claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , comprising an adhesive pad on an underside thereof claim 1 , so as to reduce movement of the foot orthotic within a piece of footwear.10100. A foot orthotic () claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the copper-containing material is an alloy of copper and/or contains from 30% to ...

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Номер записи: 18
23-01-2014 дата публикации

VERSATILE AND CONVERTIBLE LEGWEAR

Номер: US20140020156A1
Автор: Manning Gayle
Принадлежит:

Legwear having a panel that includes a top edge a bottom edge and side edges and that are located between the top edge and the bottom edge. The side edges and have a curvature such that the side edges are furthest apart adjacent the top edge and the bottom edge and are spaced closest together between the midpoints of the side edges, said curvature aiding in securely maintaining the legwear on the user. The legwear also includes a closure in a first part of the closure is located on the panel adjacent one side edge and the second part of the closure is located on the panel adjacent the other side edge. When the first part of the closure is connected to the second part of the closure, the top edge of the panel defines a first opening and the bottom edge of the panel defines a second opening to accommodate the user's limb. The closure of one legwear is mutually compatible with the closure of other legwear so that a plurality of legwear can be combined together to form more complex articles such as cushions, blankets, handwarmers and handbags. 1. Legwear that covers below the knee and above the foot , said legwear comprising: a first sheet of material that has a first design; and', 'a second sheet of material that has a second design, said first and second sheets defining a top edge, and a bottom edge that are located between oppositely disposed side edges, each of said side edges defining a concave shape in said sheet with the spacing between the side edges being greatest at corresponding positions adjacent the top edge or the bottom edge and the spacing between the side edges being the smallest at corresponding positions between the midpoint between the top edge and the bottom edge of one side edge and the midpoint between the top edge and the bottom edge of the other side edge where a tangent to the curvature of one side edge is parallel to the tangent to the curvature of the other side edge; and, 'a panel that includesa closure having a first part and second part ...

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Номер записи: 19
13-02-2014 дата публикации

SOCK WITH ANKLE STRAPS

Номер: US20140041099A1
Автор: BOYD Bailey Vera, BOYD Cynthia
Принадлежит:

There is provided a sock for a foot comprising: a sole; a heel portion attached to the sole; a toe covering attached to the sole; two side portions attached to the sole, each side portion connecting the heel portion to the toe covering and ending at a level lower than an ankle of the foot; and two straps, each attached at the heel portion. The heel portion may be reinforced. The sock provides a cost-effective way for people to dress up their existing shoe collection. The sock may resemble a standard sock that has two straps, such as but not limited to ribbons, that can wrap around a foot and tie at the front below the ankle bone. Embodiments of the socks may come in a variety of materials, colors, patterns and sizes. Also, in some embodiments, the sock includes a reinforced heel section that can prevent blisters and friction between the foot and the shoe. 1. A sock for a foot comprising:a sole;a heel portion attached to the sole;a toe covering attached to the sole;two side portions attached to the sole, each side portion connecting the heel portion to the toe covering; andtwo straps, each attached at the heel portion.2. The sock according to wherein the combined length of the straps being long enough to wrap around a leg attached to the foot.3. The sock according to herein in use the toe covering ends at or before a metatarsal joint of the foot.4. The sock according to wherein in use the side portions end at a level below an ankle of the foot.5. The sock according to wherein the straps are constructed from ribbon.6. The sock according to wherein the straps are constructed from a same material as the sock.7. The sock according to wherein the two straps are of equal length.8. The sock according to wherein the two straps attach to a center point of the heel portion.9. The sock according to wherein each of the two straps attaches to the heel portion and one of the two side portions.10. The sock according to wherein the combined length of the straps is long enough to ...

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Номер записи: 20
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Sock with heel padding and method of making same

Номер: US20140059742A1
Автор: Hiten Patel
Принадлежит: Individual

Embodiments of socks having at least one heel padding are disclosed herein. The at least one heel padding can be attached to the heel pocket area of a sock, preferably in the top half of the heel pocket area. Such socks can be particularly advantageous in improving the comfort, as well as the fit of shoes on a person's feet.

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Номер записи: 21
13-03-2014 дата публикации

METHOD, SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR COVERING A FOOT OR FEET

Номер: US20140068837A1
Автор: ROON Manfred
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A foot cover having an upper surface and a lower surface, and including a protective layer, disposed between the upper surface of the foot cover and the lower surface of the foot cover, and sized to cover the bottom of a foot, and an adhesive layer disposed on the upper surface of the foot cover. 1. A foot cover having an upper surface and a lower surface , comprising:a protective layer, disposed between the upper surface of the foot cover and the lower surface of the foot cover, and sized to cover the bottom of a foot; andan adhesive layer disposed on the upper surface of the foot cover.2. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising a gripping layer disposed on the bottom surface of the foot cover.3. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of foldable tabs disposed at the periphery of the foot cover.4. The foot cover of claim 3 , further comprising an adhesive layer disposed on a surface of each tab of the plurality of tabs.5. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising a comfort layer disposed between the upper surface of the foot cover and the lower surface of the foot cover.6. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising at least one strengthening member disposed on the foot cover.7. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising a rim disposed around the periphery of the foot cover.8. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising a toe cover portion.9. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising an upper portion sized to cover the upper surface of a foot.10. The foot cover of claim 9 , further comprising a drawstring disposed in the upper portion.11. The foot cover of claim 1 , further comprising a pull tab disposed at an edge of the foot cover. This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application 61/700,598, filed Sep. 13, 2012 and entitled METHOD, SYSTEM, AND APPARATUS FOR COVERING A FOOT OR FEET, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.As is common in modern airports and other similar ...

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Номер записи: 22
01-01-2015 дата публикации

LEG WEAR

Номер: US20150000009A1
Автор: KOSHIDA Yoshinori
Принадлежит: OKAMOTO CORPORATION

A leg wear according to an embodiment of the present invention has a heel portion for covering a heel. In a plan view of a sole of the leg wear folded in a instep and sole planar shape, the length of a perpendicular line extending from a heel central point located at a center between a heel-side end of an outer gore line of the heel portion and a heel-side end of an inner gore line to an outer contour line is longer than the length of a perpendicular line extending from the heel central point to an inner contour line. 1. A leg wear , comprising:a heel portion for covering a heel,wherein, in a plan view of a sole of the leg wear folded in a instep and sole planar shape, a length A of a perpendicular line extending from a heel central point located at a center between a heel-side end of an outer gore line of the heel portion and a heel-side end of an inner gore line of the heel portion to an outer contour line is longer than a length B of a perpendicular line extending from the heel central point to an inner contour line.2. The leg wear according to claim 1 , wherein when a width W between the outer contour line and the inner contour line is assumed as 100% in the plan view of the sole of the leg wear folded in the instep and sole planar shape claim 1 , the length A of the perpendicular line from the heel central point to the outer contour line is 55% to 65% claim 1 , and the length B of the perpendicular line from the heel central point to the inner contour line is 45% to 35%.3. The leg wear according to claim 1 , wherein a length between the heel-side end and a lateral malleolus-side end of the outer gore line of the heel portion is 1.212 times to 1.368 times a length between the heel-side end and a medial malleolus-side end of the inner gore line of the heel portion.4. The leg wear according to claim 2 , wherein a sole-side fabric width W1 and an instep-side fabric width W2 between the lateral malleolus-side end of the outer gore line of the heel portion and the ...

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Номер записи: 23
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: 24
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Silicon Rubber Healthcare Footwear Article with Silicon Rubber Insole and Its Manufacturing Method

Номер: US20180000189A1
Автор: Hongguang YANG
Принадлежит: Individual

A healthcare footwear article includes an upper shoe body and a sole member provided underneath the upper shoe body and is connected with the upper shoe body to form an integral body. The upper shoe body and the sole member is configured from a material consisting of approximately 70% to approximately 80% of silicon rubber by weight, approximately 5% to approximately 20% of negative ion powder by weight, approximately 2% to approximately 7% of antiwear agent by weight, approximately 5% to approximately 20% of titanium powder by weight, approximately 0.1% to approximately 1.5% of vulcanizing agent by weight, approximately 5% to approximately 10% of infrared ray powder by weight, and approximately 0.1% to approximately 8% of dye by weight.

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Номер записи: 25
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Shoe insole and slipper having the same

Номер: US20170000214A1
Автор: Dennis Chen
Принадлежит: Individual

A shoe insole which is adapted to be worn by a user includes a fiber pad. The fiber pad has a first portion that corresponds in position to a forefoot of a user and that includes a plurality of fiber layers stacked in a top-bottom direction. Each of the fiber layers includes a plurality of fibers and a resin material interconnecting the fibers. The first portion of the fiber pad has a first longitudinal cross-section profile concave relative to the forefoot of the user in a toe-to-heel direction. A slipper including the shoe insole is also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 26
20-01-2022 дата публикации

WALKING-ASSISTED AIR-JET INSOLE

Номер: US20220015506A1
Автор: WANG Jinzhou, ZHANG Qinhua
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A walking-assisted air-jet insole includes an insole base. A plurality of pressed-air outlet units that can generate airflow based on stepping pressure are provided on the insole base; the pressed-air outlet unit includes a cavity for retaining air. An upper part of the insole base is provided with an upper air hole that communicates with the cavity, and a lower part of the insole base is provided with an air sac part that is elastically deformed and restored based on the stepping pressure. A volume of the cavity can be changed based on the elastic deformation and restoration of the air sac part. A lower end of the air sac part is provided with a convex column that moves up and down based on the stepping pressure. The cavity includes an upper cavity portion and a lower cavity portion from top to bottom. 1. A walking-assisted air-jet insole , comprising an insole base , wherein a plurality of pressed-air outlet units are provided on the insole base and are configured to generate airflow based on stepping pressure;each of the plurality of the pressed-air outlet units comprises a cavity for retaining air;an upper part of the insole base is provided with an upper air hole and the upper air hole communicates with the cavity;a lower part of the insole base is provided with an air sac part, and the air sac part is elastically deformed and restored based on the stepping pressure; anda volume of the cavity is changed based on elastic deformation and restoration of the air sac part.2. The walking-assisted air-jet insole according to claim 1 , whereina lower end of the air sac part is provided with a convex column, and the convex column moves up and down based on the stepping pressure;the cavity comprises an upper cavity portion and a lower cavity portion from top to bottom;an upper end of the upper cavity portion is connected to the upper air hole, an inner diameter of the upper cavity portion gradually increases from top to bottom to form a bowl-shaped containing space, and ...

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Номер записи: 27
08-01-2015 дата публикации

SANDAL WITH PNEUMATIC SUPPORT

Номер: US20150007459A1
Автор: DIMATTEO VITO E.
Принадлежит:

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: 28
14-01-2016 дата публикации

CUSHION ITEMS WITH FLEXIBLE CONTOURING

Номер: US20160007671A1
Автор: Prust Peter C, Siekman Allen
Принадлежит: BACKJOY ORTHOTICS, LLC

A cushion for supporting a user relative to a support surface is provided. The cushion has material with sufficient flexibility to deform under a weight of the user and sufficient resilience to return to its original state when the weight is removed. A supporting face contacts the support surface and is characterized by a plurality of points. The supporting face is contoured such that, when the cushion is in an unloaded configuration, a first subset of the plurality of points contact the support surface and a second subset of the plurality of points do not contact the support surface. When a user then sits on the cushion so that it is in a loaded configuration, at least some of the points in the second subset are displaced under the user's weight and contact the support surface. The cushion thus both bends and compresses to distribute the weight of the user. 1. An orthotic shoe insert for use in a shoe with a footbed , the orthotic comprising:a body;a top surface on a top side of the body;a bottom surface on a bottom side of the body and configured to face the shoe footbed when the orthotic is installed in the shoe, the bottom surface comprising at least one support configured to, when the orthotic is installed in the shoe, offset the bottom surface from the shoe footbed an amount sufficient to allow airflow between the bottom surface and the footbed; anda plurality of holes, each hole in the plurality passing through the top surface, extending through the body, and passing through the bottom surface.2. A sleeping surface overlay for use with a sleeping surface , the overlay comprising:a body;a top surface on a top side of the body;a bottom surface on a bottom side of the body and configured to face the sleeping surface when the overlay is installed on the sleeping surface, the bottom surface comprising at least one support configured to, when the overlay is installed on the sleeping surface, offset the bottom surface from the sleeping surface an amount sufficient ...

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Номер записи: 29
14-01-2016 дата публикации

VENTILATING INSOLE STRUCTURE

Номер: US20160007685A1
Автор: Lin Chung-Jen
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A ventilating insole structure includes an upper insole, a foam pad, and a lower insole. The upper insole is formed with air vents, an accommodation trough, and a circumferential wall around the accommodation trough. The foam pad is shaped to fit in the accommodation trough. The circumferential wall is configured to enclose the foam pad and the lower insole. The circumferential wall close to a heel portion of the upper insole is provided with a notch. The notch is to receive a foam lug extending from the foam pad or one or multiple air guide pipes to prop up the upper and lower insoles at the notch. In operation with an air outlet of a shoe, the foam lug and the air guide pipe can extend outward as an air passage for fresh air to flow in or out of the shoe so as to circulate air. 1. A ventilating insole structure , comprising an upper insole , a foam pad , and a lower insole , the upper insole being formed with air vents at a front portion thereof , an accommodation trough on a bottom surface thereof , and a circumferential wall around the accommodation trough , the foam pad being an elastic , porous and ventilative pad shaped to fit in the accommodation trough , the circumferential wall being configured to enclose the foam pad and the lower insole , the foam pad being sandwiched and positioned between the upper and lower insoles , characterized by: the circumferential wall close to a heel portion of the upper insole being provided with a notch , the notch being adapted to receive a foam lug extending from a rear end of the foam pad , the foam lug being shaped to fit in the notch to prop up the upper and lower insoles at the notch to function as an air port for air between the upper and lower insoles to enter and exit to circulate air.2. The ventilating insole structure as claimed in claimed in claim 1 , wherein a bottom of a heel portion of a shoe is formed with an air outlet corresponding to the air port claim 1 , the foam lug of the foam pad being inserted into ...

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Номер записи: 30
11-01-2018 дата публикации

INSOLE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180008002A1
Автор: Cheung Tsz-Hei Roy, Ng Sun-Pui, Yick Kit-Lun, Yip Yiu-Wan Joanne
Принадлежит:

An insole assembly is provided comprising an insole having an upper surface upon which an underside of a foot may contact and be supported. The insole assembly has at least one protrusion which projects away from the upper surface of the insole. At least one of the protrusions is detachably connected to the insole. The protrusions may be interchanged to customize an insole assembly to provide enhanced cutaneous stimulation of targeted regions of a foot. 1. An insole assembly comprising:an insole having an upper surface for supporting and contacting an underside of a foot, andat least one protrusion projecting away from the upper surface,wherein at least one protrusion is detachably connected to the insole.2. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the one or more protrusions comprises a projecting part which projects from the surface and a connecting part which extends away from the projecting part and into the insole.3. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the projecting part of one or more protrusions comprises a first part and a second part and wherein the first part has a different rigidity from the second part.4. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the second part at least partially surrounds the first part.5. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the second part is relatively less rigid than the first part.6. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein one or more protrusions comprises a compressible material.7. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein one or more protrusions comprises an elastomeric material.8. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein one or more protrusions comprises silicone material.9. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein one or more protrusions are detachably connected to the insole by a friction fit.10. An insole assembly as claimed in claim 1 , wherein one or more protrusions are detachably connected to the insole by a threaded connection.11. ...

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Номер записи: 31
09-01-2020 дата публикации

ORTHOTIC ARCH SUPPORT DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE

Номер: US20200008522A1
Автор: KIM Richard
Принадлежит:

Orthotic devices for providing arch support for the foot are disclosed. The orthotic device includes a base member, an arch support portion, and a covering for coupling the arch support portion to the base member. A method of providing continuous contact with the plantar surface of the foot during all phases of the gait cycle is also disclosed. In addition, methods of assembling and using the orthotic device are also disclosed. 1. An orthotic device , comprising:a base member;an arch support portion; anda covering coupling the arch support portion to the base member.2. The orthotic device of claim 1 , wherein the base member comprises:a superior side; andan inferior side opposite the superior side.3. The orthotic device of claim 2 , wherein the inferior side comprises:a plurality of members positioned in a lattice matrix pattern.4. The orthotic device of claim 3 , wherein each member of the plurality of members has a hexagonal shape.5. The orthotic device of claim 2 , wherein the base member further comprises:a medial side; anda lateral side opposite the medial side,wherein the medial side includes a recessed region for receiving the arch support portion.6. The orthotic device of claim 5 , wherein the arch support portion comprises:a plurality of arch members surrounded by the covering.7. The orthotic device of claim 6 , wherein each arch member of the plurality of arch members comprises:a top portion;a bottom portion opposite the top portion;a first end;a second end opposite the first end;a medial side coupled to the top portion on one end and the bottom portion on another end; anda lateral side coupled to the top portion on one end and the bottom portion on another end.8. The orthotic device of claim 7 , wherein the top portion is arced between the medial side and the lateral side and the bottom portion is generally planar between the medial side and the lateral side.9. The orthotic device of claim 8 , wherein the medial side is generally planar between the top ...

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Номер записи: 32
03-02-2022 дата публикации

FOOT SENSOR AND OTHER SENSOR PADS

Номер: US20220031241A1
Автор: Chui Adele Syt Fu, Hogg John Alexander, Li Jeffrey Chao-Hsin
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The enclosed describes a sensor pad for wearing on a human body. The sensor pad is configured to be in contact with a substrate having a contoured surface, such as a surface of the body. The sensor pad comprises at least a sensor layer and a stiffener layer. The sensor layer comprises a surface area defining a sensing area configured to measure value at a plurality of locations of the sensing area. The stiffener layer is couples to the surface area of the sensor layer. The stiffener layer has a micro-cut pattern to reduce mechanical resistance of the stiffener layer. The micro-cut pattern facilitates the stiffener layer in stretching or compressing in one or more predefined directions, enabling the stiffener lay to conform to the contoured surface of the substrate. 1. A wearable sensor pad configured to be in contact with a substrate with a contoured surface , the wearable sensor pad comprising:a sensor layer having a surface area that defines a sensing area, the sensor layer configured to measure values detected at a plurality of locations of the sensing area; anda stiffener layer coupled to at least a majority of the surface area of the sensor layer, the stiffener layer having a micro-cut pattern that reduces resistance of the stiffener layer in one or more predefined directions to enhance the sensor layer stretching or compressing in the one or more predefined directions to conform with the contoured surface.2. The wearable sensor pad of claim 1 , wherein the wearable sensor pad is an insole and the substrate is a shoe.3. The wearable sensor pad of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is part of a human body.4. The wearable sensor pad of claim 1 , wherein the sensor layer forms a capacitance sensor and comprises a conductive layer and a dielectric layer.5. The wearable sensor pad of claim 1 , wherein the sensor pad comprises a flexible enclosure claim 1 , a capacitive layer claim 1 , a stiffener layer claim 1 , wiring claim 1 , and perimeter stiffeners.6. The sensor ...

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Номер записи: 33
10-01-2019 дата публикации

AMBULATORY RECHARGING UNIT WITH BIONIC PNEUMATICALLY-ACTUATED GENERATOR

Номер: US20190013755A1
Автор: Stach John
Принадлежит:

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: 34
18-01-2018 дата публикации

FOOTWARE SYSTEM

Номер: US20180014603A1
Автор: CEPEDA OBED M., Heykes Rebecca, Hirosue Keiko, Levine Suzanne, Saint Dunbar Antonia
Принадлежит:

A device and method is provided for an insert and shoe systems that includes systems where a custom insert attaches to a high heel shoe comprising a material having various densities arranged in an aesthetically pleasing manner providing support to multiple areas of the foot. The insert and shoe may include an auxiliary support area covered by a thin material and located around the back heel portion and above the toe area. 1Means for an insert that cushions a shoe;Means for engaging said insert means with said shoe to provide an aesthetically pleasing support to multiple areas of the foot; and,Means for providing auxiliary support areas in said insert means.. An apparatus comprising: The present Utility patent application claims priority benefit of the [U.S. provisional application for patent Ser. No. 62/361,442 entitled “Specialized Women's Shoe Insert”, filed on Jul. 12, 2016 under 35 U.S.C. 119(e). The contents of this related provisional application are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes to the extent that such subject matter is not inconsistent herewith or limiting hereof.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.Not applicable.A portion of the disclosure of this patent document contains material that is subject to copyright protection by the author thereof. The copyright owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or patent disclosure for the purposes of referencing as patent prior art, as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office, patent file or records, but otherwise reserves all copyright rights whatsoever.One or more embodiments of the invention generally relate to footwear. More particularly, certain embodiments of the invention relate to a shoe insert comprising one or more materials of specific densities arranged to provide support and comfort to specific areas of the foot.The following background information may present examples of specific aspects of the prior art (e.g., without ...

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Номер записи: 35
17-01-2019 дата публикации

BOOT INSOLE

Номер: US20190014858A1
Автор: CHEN Tung-Cheng
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A boot insole includes a sole base and multiple absorbing studs. The sole base is a flat pad that matches a foot contour and has multiple air vents. The absorbing studs are integrally and downwardly formed on a bottom surface of the sole base. The boot insole provides a shock absorbing effect without adding an air cushion to decrease the pressure on the foot, and also increases the ventilation between the foot sole and the orthopedic boot. 1. A boot insole comprising:a sole base being a flat pad and having multiple air vents formed through and disposed in the sole base; andmultiple absorbing studs being elastic, being compressible, and integrally and downwardly formed on a bottom surface of the sole base.2. The boot insole as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the sole base further includestwo heel protecting portions respectively and upwardly formed in two opposite sides of the sole base; anda heel side wall formed on the sole base and connected with the two heel protecting portions.3. The boot insole as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the absorbing studs are hollow cylinders.4. The boot insole as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the absorbing studs are divided into two groups claim 3 , and the two groups of the absorbing studs are respectively disposed on a front position and a rear position on the sole base claim 3 , and the diameter of the group of the absorbing studs in the rear position is larger than the diameter of the group of the absorbing studs in the front position.5. The boot insole as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the absorbing studs are arranged in multiple rows at spaced intervals.6. The boot insole as claimed in claim 3 , wherein each of the absorbing studs has multiple annular recesses formed around an outer surface of the absorbing stud at spaced intervals along the longitudinal direction of the absorbing stud.7. The boot insole as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the absorbing studs are quadrilateral in cross section.8. The boot insole as claimed in claim 7 , ...

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Номер записи: 36
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: 37
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Glove or sock having openings for jewelry, nails, and other uses

Номер: US20150020291A1
Автор: Ammari Hilda
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A glove or sock to be worn by a person and having opening(s) for jewelry or to show a person's nails. 1. A glove for displaying a user's jewelry comprising:a glove;said glove having at least one opening in a finger or an opening in each of five fingers of said glove;said opening providing a user to show jewelry worn on any finger;said opening being large enough so a piece of jewelry worn on said finger fits through said opening of said glove.2. The glove of wherein said opening is adjustable to accommodate different size and shape of jewelry.3. The glove of further comprising a closing mechanism for closing said opening.4. The glove of wherein said closing mechanism is a zipper.5. The glove of wherein said closing mechanism one or more hooks.6. The glove of wherein said closing mechanism is an adhesive.7. The glove of wherein said closing mechanism is one or more clasps.8. The glove of wherein said closing mechanism is one or more buttons.9. The glove of wherein said closing mechanism is one or more snaps.10. The glove of wherein said opening is cut into said glove claim 1 , without any device for closing said opening.11. The glove of wherein said opening is only in a ring finger of one of said gloves.12. The glove of wherein said opening is in ring finger of both gloves for both hands.13. The glove of wherein said opening is in more than one finger of one or both gloves.14. The glove of wherein said opening is large enough so that a user places their hand in said glove without any jewelry on; said user places said finger which said user wishes to put said jewelry on through said hole; places said jewelry on said finger; and places said finger back through said hole having said jewelry visible through said hole of said glove.15. The glove of further comprising a transparent section to cover said opening in said glove allowing space for ring to be comfortably kept in said glove claim 1 , and ring can be seen through said glove.16. The glove of further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 38
28-01-2016 дата публикации

SELF-TAILORED INSOLE

Номер: US20160021978A1
Автор: BAE Jin Woo, KIM Seon Chil
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Disclosed is a self-tailored insole. The self-tailored insole comprises: an inner sole; and a hard member, attached to a lower side of the inner sole, transformable depending on a morphology of a user's sole, said hard member comprising: a heel portion which has a curved portion configured to allow the inner sole to closely contact with and support left, right and rear sides of a heel of the user, and an arch portion configured to allow the inner sole to closely contact with and support arches of a sole of the user, said heel portion and said arch portion being formed as one body, thus preventing the heel and the arches from being abnormally distorted upon locomotion. 1. A self-tailored insole , comprising:an inner sole; anda hard member, attached to a lower side of the inner sole, transformable depending on a morphology of a user's sole, said hard member comprising:a heel portion which has a curved portion configured to allow the inner sole to closely contact with and support left, right and rear sides of a heel of the user, andan arch portion configured to allow the inner sole to closely contact with and support arches of a sole of the user, said heel portion and said arch portion being formed as one body, thus preventing the heel and the arches from being abnormally distorted upon locomotion.2. The self-tailored insole of claim 1 , wherein the arch portion is responsible for supporting an inner arch of the sole of the foot and has cut lines formed therein in the inward direction from an outer end thereof.3. The self-tailored insole of claim 2 , wherein each of the cut lines has a circular hole at the inner end thereof.4. The self-tailored insole of claim 1 , wherein the hard member has a cushioning member attached to a lower side of the heal portion.5. The self-tailored insole of claim 2 , wherein the hard member has a cushioning member attached to a lower side of the heal portion.6. The self-tailored insole of claim 3 , wherein the hard member has a cushioning ...

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Номер записи: 39
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Footwear Having Sensor System

Номер: US20170020224A1
Автор: Amos Michael S., Meschter James C., Nurse Matthew A., Owings Andrew A., Pisciotta Jeffrey C., Schrock Allan M.
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A shoe has a sensor system operably connected to a communication port. Performance data is collected by the system and can be transferred for further use via the communication port. The shoe may contain an electronic module configured to gather data from the sensors. The module may also transmit the data to an external device for further processing. Users can use the collected data for a variety of different uses or applications. 1. A system comprising:a first electronic module configured for communication with an external device;a first article of footwear comprising a first upper member and a first sole structure engaged with the first upper member, wherein the first upper member and the first sole structure combine to at least partially define a first foot-receiving chamber, the first sole structure including a first foot contacting member partially defining the first foot receiving chamber; a first insert member at least partially formed of a foam material;', 'a plurality of first force sensors connected to the first insert member and configured to sense a force exerted on the first insert by a foot of a user, wherein the first force sensors include a first phalange sensor, a first metatarsal sensor, a fifth metatarsal sensor, and a heel sensor;', 'a first port configured for removable connection to the first electronic module; and', 'a plurality of first leads connected to the first insert member, the first leads extending from the first force sensors to the first port, such that the first port is configured to enable communication between the first force sensors and the first electronic module through the first leads when the first electronic module is connected to the first port;, 'a first insert engaged with the first sole structure and positioned below the first foot contacting member, the first insert comprisinga second electronic module configured for communication with the external device;a second article of footwear comprising a second upper member and ...

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Номер записи: 40
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: 41
25-01-2018 дата публикации

COMPOSITE ORTHOTIC DEVICE

Номер: US20180020772A1
Автор: Mitchell Terence
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A composite orthotic device for use with footwear includes a resiliently deformable base part and a resiliently deformable upper part, forming a plurality of foot supporting portions of differing durometer adapted to guide the wearer's foot along a Center of Pressure path from heel strike to toe-off to follow a biomechanically corrected gait path. 1. A composite orthotic device for use with an article of footwear , comprising:a resiliently deformable base part for engaging an inside of a wearer's shoe on the ground, and a resiliently deformable upper part for supporting a wearer's foot when the footwear is worn, the base part comprising a plurality of portions of differing durometer adapted to guide the wearer's foot along a Center of Pressure path during the ground contact phase of the wearer's gait cycle;wherein said base part is harder and stiffer than said upper part to provide support for the user's foot, and said upper part is softer and less stiff than said base part to provide cushioning for a user's foot;wherein said composite orthotic device is harder and stiffer than said base part or upper part individually; andwherein the base part and the upper part cooperate to support a wearer's ground contact from heel strike to toe-off to follow a biomechanically correct gait path.2. The composite orthotic device according to claim 1 , wherein the composite orthotic device substantially conforms to a sole of a user's foot.3. The composite orthotic device according to claim 1 , wherein the base part is preformed with have a contoured shape in an unloaded condition claim 1 , said contoured shape having variable claim 1 , pre-determined angles and thicknesses.4. The composite orthotic device according to claim 3 , wherein the base part is preformed with an integrally molded heel cup claim 3 , a longitudinal arch raise claim 3 , and a raised lateral portion positionable adjacent the Calcaneal Cuboid and the 4and 5metatarsals of the user's foot.5. The composite orthotic ...

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Номер записи: 42
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Orthotic device for shoes

Номер: US20190021438A1
Автор: Emily SALKAVICH, Nigel Smith
Принадлежит: Wayfarer Co Pty Ltd

An orthotic device (10) for use with heeled, dress, flat or sport shoes, the device (10) comprising a body (25), a medial arch support (40) defined by a projection extending upwardly away from the body (25); and a valgus wedge (20) defined by a projection located at a lateral rear foot portion and/or a lateral forefoot portion of the body (25), the valgus wedge (20) being adapted to evert the foot and concentrate the support of the device (10) laterally.

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Номер записи: 43
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Shoe Insole Replacement Method

Номер: US20190021440A1
Автор: Igor Vainer
Принадлежит: Individual

An insole of an embodiment of the disclosed technology is formed by way of taking an insole of an existing shoe (or footwear), tracing the existing insole on to a flat sheet of material, and cutting out a new insole in the same shape (side edge dimensions) as the original or substantially there-so. The material is resilient but can be made malleable at a higher temperature using such materials known in the art. It is raised to a higher temperature, then placed into the existing shoe on top of or in place of the existing insole. A person then wears the shoe with the new (hot) insole causing the insole to compress. Upon cooling and while still wearing same, the insole retains a new compressed shape formed to bottom contours of the foot of the wearer.

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Номер записи: 44
24-01-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR MAKING CUSTOM ORTHOTICS, INSOLES AND OTHER FOOTWEAR INSERTS

Номер: US20190021449A1
Автор: Gooch Matthew Warren, McCoy Brent, Wakeland Dan
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An apparatus to assist in making an orthotic, insole or other footwear insert that is customized to a plantar surface of an individual's foot is provided. The apparatus includes a portable housing; a heater unit to selectively heat the orthotic or a heel cap of the footwear insert to increase its pliability; at least one alignment device to assist in positioning and orientating the individual's foot prior to conforming the orthotic or the heel cap to the plantar surface of the individual's foot; and a vacuum system to selectively apply a vacuum around the individual's foot to bring the orthotic or the heel cap into conformance with the plantar surface of the individual's foot prior to setting of the orthotic or the heel cap. Related methods of making custom orthotics, insoles and other footwear inserts are also provided. 127-. (canceled)28. An apparatus to assist in customizing a footwear insert to a plantar surface of an individual's foot , the apparatus comprising:a portable housing having a front face, the portable housing being engageable with a ground surface, and the front face including a foot receiving area that is transverse to the ground surface;a heater unit disposed in the portable housing, the heater unit having an opening formed in the portable housing, the opening being sized to receive a footwear insert to selectively heat the footwear insert;a cradle for a distal end portion of a leg of an individual, the cradle extending outwardly from the front face of the portable housing; anda vent disposed in the portable housing, the vent being thermally coupled to the heater unit to vent heated air generated by the heater unit.29. The apparatus of claim 28 , further comprising a vacuum system that includes a vacuum unit disposed in the enclosure of the portable housing claim 28 , the vacuum system including a bag and a control device to selectively apply a vacuum to the bag claim 28 , the bag being positionable around the individual's foot and the footwear ...

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Номер записи: 45
23-01-2020 дата публикации

ODOR-ABSORBING AND MOISTURE-ABSORBING SHOE INSERTS

Номер: US20200022446A1
Автор: Rogers Catherine
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This disclosure provides a sleek shoe insert sized and shaped to fit into any shoe, including elegant, stylish, or casual shoes such as high heels, slip-on booties, booties, sandals, wedges, heels with open sides, closed heels, boat shoes, and the like. The shoe insert is inconspicuous and absorbs odor and moisture, while leaving no scent or a fresh scent. The shoe insert comprises a first layer comprising a breathable fabric, a second layer comprising air-laid paper, and a third layer comprising polyethylene film. An adhesive is on the underside of the polyethylene film. On the top of the first layer is a combination of essential oils for eliminating or reducing bacteria or odor. 1. A shoe insert having an hourglass shape and sized and shaped to fit in a shoe , comprising:a first layer comprising breathable fabric, wherein the first layer has a top side and a bottom side;a combination of essential oils disposed on the top side of the first layer;a second layer comprising air-laid paper; anda third layer comprising polyethylene film, wherein the third layer has a top side and a bottom side,wherein the second layer is disposed between the bottom side of the first layer and the top side of the third layer, andwherein the bottom side of the third layer comprises hot melt adhesive.2. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the first claim 1 , second claim 1 , and third layers are adhered together with glue.3. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the first claim 1 , second claim 1 , and third layers are pressed together.4. The shoe insert of claim 3 , wherein the edges of the first claim 3 , second claim 3 , and third layers are sealed.5. The shoe insert of claim 1 , further comprising a fourth layer comprising release paper claim 1 , wherein the fourth layer contacts the bottom side of the third layer.6. The shoe insert of claim 5 , wherein the release paper has a weight of about 42 g/SM.7. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the breathable fabric comprises non-woven ...

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Номер записи: 46
22-01-2015 дата публикации

FOOT STABILIZER SOCKS AND STABILIZER PADS THEREFOR

Номер: US20150025435A1
Автор: Sherman Daryl Craig
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A stabilizing sock has a foot section having a shape corresponding to a human foot and comprising a rearfoot portion corresponding to human calcaneous and talus bones and to tibial and fibular malleoli, a forefoot portion corresponding to human metatarsal and phalanx bones, and a midfoot portion between the rearfoot portion and the forefoot portion and corresponding to human cuboid, navicular and cuneiform bones. The sock has a medial stabilizer region on a medial side of the sock and a lateral stabilizer region on a lateral side of the sock. The medial stabilizer region covers a forward medial region of the rearfoot portion and a rearward medial region of the midfoot portion, and the lateral stabilizer region covers a forward lateral region of the rearfoot portion. The sock may also include lace bite protector regions and boot bang protector regions. Kits for assembling stabilizing socks are also described. 1. A sock system comprising:a sock, the sock having a foot section, wherein: a rearfoot portion corresponding to human calcaneous and talus bones and to tibial and fibular malleoli;', 'a forefoot portion corresponding to human metatarsal and phalanx bones;', 'a midfoot portion between the rearfoot portion and the forefoot portion and corresponding to human cuboid, navicular and cuneiform bones; and, 'the foot section has a shape corresponding to a human foot and comprisesthe sock further having a leg section corresponding at least to lower portions of human tibia and fibula bones;the sock has a medial stabilizer region on a medial side of the sock corresponding to a medial side of the foot and a lateral stabilizer region on a lateral side of the sock corresponding to a lateral side of the foot;the medial stabilizer region and the lateral stabilizer region are separate and distinct from one another;the medial stabilizer region covers a forward medial region of the rearfoot portion and a rearward medial region of the midfoot portion; andthe lateral stabilizer ...

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Номер записи: 47
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: 48
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: 49
01-02-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATING FEEDBACK ON EXERCISE TECHNIQUE

Номер: US20180028862A1
Автор: ANDRIESSEN Daniel Reinier, GOTMAN Gilad, STATHAM Andrew Edward, VAN DAELEN Pim, VAN DEN BERG Jurgen Johannes Adrianus
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A system and method for generating feedback on exercise technique. The system comprises a sensor and readout device to generate sensor data based on the exercise technique, e.g. pressure signal exerted by a foot. A data processor processes the sensor data to calculate a feedback value. A color mapper maps the feedback value onto a color map to transform the feedback value into a color value. A wearable feedback device comprising a light source generates a variable color light output based on the color value. For example, a mode selector provides selection between a plurality of feedback modes, wherein the selection of a feedback mode result in selection of a feedback algorithm for the data processor and selection of a color map for the color mapper. 1. A system for generating feedback on exercise technique , the system comprising:a sensor configured to generate a sensor signal as a function of one or more aspects of the exercise technique;a readout device configured to generate sensor data based on the sensor signal;a data processor configured to process the sensor data to calculate a feedback value;a color mapper configured to map the feedback valued onto a color map to transform the feedback value into a color value; anda wearable feedback device comprising a light source configured to generate a variable color light output based on the color value,wherein an intensity and position of the light source is configured to enable an exercising user wearing the wearable feedback device to be able to receive visual feedback in their peripheral vision whilst looking ahead, for enabling the user to better perceive direction, obstacles and potential hazards, whilst maintaining a proper running form.2. The system according to claim 1 , comprising a mode selector configured to provide selection between a plurality of feedback modes claim 1 ,wherein the selection of a feedback mode results in selection of a feedback algorithm for the data processor and selection of a color map ...

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Номер записи: 50
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Orthotic Removal Tool

Номер: US20180029207A1
Автор: Hieronymus Carolyn
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A tool for removing orthotic inserts from inside of a shoe. The tool consists of a blade with a narrow tip for inserting between the edge of the orthotic and the inside of the shoe, a housing attached to the blade, the housing containing an LED light, a battery and an on/off switch to active the light, and a handle use for leverage to remove the orthotic. The handle is covered by a soft pliable rubberized grip made of a silica gel material. 1. An orthotic removal tool for removing an orthotic from the inside of a shoe , said orthotic removal tool comprising:a handle to provide leverage;a blade attached to said handle, said blade having a tip configured for fitting between an edge of the orthotic and a wall of the inside of the shoe;wherein said tip is inserted between the edge of the orthotic and the inside wall of the shoe and the handle is used to provide leverage to displace the orthotic to allow its removal.2. The orthotic removal tool of wherein said blade is beveled from said handle to said tip to create a flat end tip.3. The orthotic removal tool of wherein said blade is curved from said handle to said tip to create a curved end tip.4. The orthotic removal tool of further including:a light integrated into said handle where in said light is positioned to illuminate the tip thereby illuminating the inside of said shoe to aid in locating the edge of said orthotic to aid in removal.5. The orthotic removal tool of wherein said light is an LED.6. The orthotic removal tool of wherein said light includes an on/off switch to activate said light.7. The orthotic removal tool of wherein said on/off switch is pressure sensitive to allow illumination of said light when said on/off switch is pressed.8. The orthotic removal tool of further including:a handle cover disposed over said handle.9. The orthotic removal tool of wherein said handle cover is made of a silica gel material.10. The orthotic removal tool of wherein said handle cover further includes a thumb grip area ...

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Номер записи: 51
04-02-2021 дата публикации

SHOE COMPONENTS HAVING VARYING MODULUS ZONES

Номер: US20210030116A1
Автор: Bruner Jeffrey W.
Принадлежит: Quantum Materials, LLC

In one aspect, a shoe component is described. The shoe component comprises a body of continuous fabric having at least a first zone and a second zone. The first zone of the fabric has a first modulus of elasticity and the second zone of the fabric has a second modulus of elasticity that is different than the first modulus of elasticity. More than two zones can be provided per shoe component, in some cases. 1. A shoe component comprising:a body of continuous fabric having at least a first zone and a second zone,wherein the first zone of the fabric has a first modulus of elasticity and the second zone of the fabric has a second modulus of elasticity that is different than the first modulus of elasticity;wherein the first zone of the fabric has a higher modulus of elasticity than the second zone of the fabric; andwherein a ratio of the first modulus of elasticity to the second modulus of elasticity is at least 2:1.2. The shoe component of any of the preceding claims 1 , wherein:the body of continuous fabric further comprises a third zone;the third zone of the fabric has a third modulus of elasticity; andthe third modulus of elasticity is different than the first modulus of elasticity and/or the second modulus of elasticity.3. The shoe component of claim 2 , wherein:the body of continuous fabric further comprises a fourth zone;the fourth zone of the fabric has a fourth modulus of elasticity; andthe fourth modulus of elasticity is different than at least one of the first modulus of elasticity, the second modulus of elasticity, and the third modulus of activity.4. The shoe component of claim 3 , wherein:the body of continuous fabric further comprises an nth zone having an nth modulus of elasticity;the nth modulus of elasticity is different than at least one of the first, second, third, and fourth moduli of elasticity; andn is an integer greater than 4.5. The shoe component of claim 1 , wherein:the fabric is a woven fabric;the first zone has a first weave construction;the ...

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Номер записи: 52
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: 53
08-02-2018 дата публикации

LOCKING MIDSOLE AND INSOLE ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180035748A1
Автор: Gooch Matthew Warren, Hayes Eric Paris, Wakeland Daniel
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A footwear item includes an insole, an outsole, and a midsole. The insole includes an insole top surface, an insole bottom surface, and an insole sidewall. The outsole includes an outsole top surface and an outsole bottom surface. The midsole is positioned between the insole and the outsole. The midsole is configured to nest onto the top surface of the outsole. In at least the heel region, the midsole includes a strobel upper surface and a strobel sidewall configured to nestingly receive a heel region of the insole. In addition, an interface between the strobel upper surface and the strobel sidewall includes a fillet region configured to support and reduce lateral-medial movement of the insole relative to the midsole. 1. A footwear item comprising:an insole having heel region with a top surface, a bottom surface, and a sidewall; anda midsole having a midsole upper surface and a midsole sidewall configured to nestingly receive at least the insole heel region, wherein an interface between a heel region of the midsole upper surface and the midsole sidewall includes a fillet region configured to closely receive and support the insole heel region and reduce lateral-medial movement of the insole heel region relative to the midsole.2. The footwear item of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the insole is made from a cork material.3. The footwear item of claim 1 , wherein the insole is made from a combination of a cork material and an ethylene vinyl acetate material.4. The footwear item of claim 1 , further comprising a strobel and upper between the midsole and the insole claim 1 , wherein the fillet region is complementarily shaped with respect to the insole heel region claim 1 , the strobel and upper following the contour between the midsole and insole.5. The footwear item of claim 1 , wherein the midsole is made from a combination of a cork material and an ethylene vinyl acetate material.6. The footwear item of claim 1 , wherein the midsole is configured to matingly ...

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Номер записи: 54
08-02-2018 дата публикации

GAIT AID

Номер: US20180035921A1
Автор: Chang Ya-Ju
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A gait aid is to be disposed on a shoe, and includes a detecting module, a control circuit and a projecting module. The detecting module generates a sense output based on pressure exerted on a sole of the shoe. The control circuit generates a control signal based at least on the sense output generated by the detecting module. The projecting module is electrically coupled to the control circuit for receiving the control signal therefrom, and is operable, based on the control signal, to project or not to project a cueing mark. 1. A gait aid to be disposed on a shoe , comprising:a detecting module for generating a sense output based on pressure exerted on a sole of the shoe;a control circuit generating a control signal based at least on the sense output generated by said detecting module; anda projecting module electrically coupled to said control circuit for receiving the control signal therefrom, and operable, based on the control signal, to project or not to project a cueing mark;wherein, when determining, based at least on the sense output, that said gait aid is in a projection state, said control circuit generates the control signal in such a way that said projecting module projects the cueing mark, and when otherwise, said control circuit generates the control signal in such a way that said projecting module does not project the cueing mark.2. The gait aid of claim 1 , wherein said detecting module includes a first pressure switch and a second pressure switch which are to be disposed respectively at a front portion and a rear portion of the shoe claim 1 , and each of which is operable between conduction and non-conduction based on the pressure exerted on the sole of the shoe claim 1 , respective operating states of said first and second pressure switches cooperatively serving as the sense output.3. The gait aid of claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , said gait aid is determined by said control circuit to be in the projection state when said first and second pressure ...

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Номер записи: 55
12-02-2015 дата публикации

SOLE DEVICE WITH AIR CUSHION FUNCTION

Номер: US20150040424A1
Автор: Lo Chih-Fang
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A sole device with air cushion function includes a sole body having a receiving space and a sealing film, the sealing film sealing the receiving space, the sole body having a plurality of supporters formed at a top side thereof; and an air valve set assembled in the receiving space, the air valve set having a main valve, a sub valve and at least one air duct. Under this arrangement, the air flows into the sole body via the air valve set and a motion of a foot of a user. 1. A sole device with air cushion function comprising:a sole body being elastic, the sole body having a receiving space being open, the sole body having a sealing film, the sealing film sealing the receiving space, the sole body having a plurality of supporters formed at a top side thereof, the sole body and the supporters formed as one piece, the supporters extended from a bottom side of the sole body to the receiving space at the top side of the sole body, each supporter having a bottom groove defined therein, each supporter having an inner wall and an outer wall, the outer wall of each supporter abutting against the sealing film at one end thereof; andan air valve set assembled in the receiving space, the air valve set having a main valve, a sub valve and at least one air duct, the main valve and the sub valve in the receiving space spaced from each other, so as to define a first air chamber, a second air chamber and an air admission room located between the first air chamber and the second air chamber, one of the main valve and the sub valve having an air admission pipe and an air exhaust pipe, another of the main valve and the sub valve having a sub air exhaust pipe, the air admission pipe communicating with the air admission room and the first air chamber, or the air admission pipe communicating with the air admission room and the second air chamber, the air duct connected to the air exhaust pipe at one end thereof, another end of the air duct connected to the sub air exhaust pipe, so as to ...

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Номер записи: 56
24-02-2022 дата публикации

INSOLE-TYPE ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD FOR INSOLE-TYPE ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20220053872A1
Автор: MOMOKAWA Yuuki
Принадлежит: NEC Corporation

To provide an insole-type electronic device that can be used in a location distant from a control unit and has small power consumption, the insole-type electronic device includes a first insole including a first sensor and a second insole including a second sensor. The first sensor acquires first sensor data relating to a biological activity of a first foot and the second sensor acquires second sensor data relating to a biological activity of a second foot. The first insole includes a first-sensor-data transmitter transmitting the first sensor to the second insole. The second insole includes a first-sensor-data receiver receiving the first sensor data, and a data processor processing the first sensor data and the second sensor data. 1. An insole-type electronic device comprising:a first insole including a first sensor that acquires first sensor data relating to a biological activity of a first foot; anda second insole including a second sensor that acquires second sensor data relating to a biological activity of a second foot, whereinthe first insole includesa first-sensor-data transmitter transmitting the first sensor data to the second insole,the second insole includesa first-sensor-data receiver receiving the first sensor data, anda data processor processing the first sensor data and the second sensor data.2. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe data processor includesa data transfer device transferring the first sensor data and the second sensor data to an external device.3. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 2 , whereinthe data transfer device includesa short-range wireless-communicator transmitting the first sensor data and the second sensor data to an electronic device carried by a wearer of the first insole and the second insole.4. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe first sensor and the second sensor each include a pressure sensor.5. The insole-type electronic device according ...

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Номер записи: 57
06-02-2020 дата публикации

Flow Insole

Номер: US20200037696A1
Автор: David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, Paul Lewis, William Sterling Wynn
Принадлежит: Implus Footcare LLC

An insole which generates an air flow during use, which assists in cooling or warming the foot of a user is disclosed. In a first embodiment, air flow facilitated by said insole provides for convective heat transfer away from the plantar surface of the foot. The insole is intended for insertion into a shoe which is ventilated, preferably an athletic shoe with a ventilated upper. The bottom layer defines a plurality of ridges and channel lining portions which together define a plurality of air channels. The bottom layer defines a heel recess in which a heel pad is situated. In a second embodiment, an insole which collects, retains, and heats a user's foot is disclosed. Said insole further comprises a middle layer of thermal reflective material secured to and coextensive with a top layer and a bottom layer secured to said middle layer.

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Номер записи: 58
06-02-2020 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR HAVING MULTIPLE MASSAGE DEVICES AND METHOD

Номер: US20200037700A1
Автор: Naiker Rohit Sanjivan
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The footwear includes a sole, a plurality of massage units, and a controller. The sole provides a support to the underside of a user's foot when the user is wearing the footwear. The massage units each include a channel, a plunger, a spring, and an actuator. The plunger is disposed within the channel and may slide within it linearly. The plunger has a shaft which terminates in an applicator, the applicator being round and configured to provide pressure to the user's foot. The spring is configured to maintain the plunger within a contact-position when at rest. This contact-position occurs when the plunger is maximally distal to the spring. The actuator is able to draw the plunger against the spring and release the plunger in repetition when energized, enacting a massaging action. The controller is able to selectively engage the actuators. 1. A footwear able to massage a foot of a user , the footwear comprising:a sole configured to support an underside of the foot of the user; a channel,', 'a plunger, the plunger being configured to slide within the channel, the plunger having a shaft terminating in an applicator, the applicator being round,', 'a spring configured to maintain the plunger in a contact-position, the contact-position being distal to the spring,', 'an actuator configured to draw the plunger against the spring and release the plunger in repetition; and, 'a plurality of massage-units each including'}a controller configured to selectively engage the actuators.2. The footwear of claim 1 , wherein the channel and the plunger are each cylindrical.3. The footwear of claim 1 , further comprising a cuff claim 1 , the cuff having an aperture sufficiently large for an ankle of the user to pass through claim 1 , and a cuff-axis passing centrally through the aperture.4. The footwear of claim 3 , further comprising an electric resistance heater configured to produce heat when energized claim 3 , the electric resistance heater being disposed within the cuff of the ...

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Номер записи: 59
07-02-2019 дата публикации

FORCE SENSING DEVICE

Номер: US20190041277A1
Автор: Elangovan Hariprashanth, Kapatos Christos
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A force or pressure sensing device comprises one or more magnets resiliently held spaced from one or more magnetic sensors such that pressure on the device displaces the magnets relative to the magnetic field sensors. The device may be incorporated into an insole of a shoe, or integrated into a shoe, or integrated into a seat, cushion, mattress or saddle. The device includes one or more magnetic focussing elements on the opposite side of the magnetic field sensor from the magnets to focus and condition the magnetic field passing through the sensor. The magnetic focussing elements may be permanent magnets or magnetic materials having a high magnetic permeability such as mu-metals. Additional magnetic focussing elements may be placed adjacent to the magnets. Plural magnetic field sensors can be arranged in a symmetrical arrangement in a plane below the one or more magnets so that shear forces applied to the device causes lateral relative displacement of the magnet and magnetic field sensors changing the magnetic field sensed by the magnetic field sensors. The device can also include a motion detector such as an accelerometer which may be integral with the magnetic field sensor. 1. A shoe comprising a force sensing device comprising a magnetic field generator , a magnetic field sensor , a resilient support supporting the magnetic field generator and magnetic field sensor for relative movement in response to force applied to the device , the magnetic field sensor being disposed to measure changes in the magnetic field from the magnetic field generator resulting from such relative movement , wherein the magnetic field generator is disposed in an insole of the shoe and the magnetic field sensor is disposed in a sole of the shoe over which the insole is disposed , and wherein said resilient support comprises at least one of said insole and sole.2. A seat , mattress , saddle or cushion incorporating a force sensing device comprising a magnetic field generator , a magnetic ...

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Номер записи: 60
07-02-2019 дата публикации

FORCE SENSING DEVICE

Номер: US20190041278A1
Автор: Elangovan Hariprashanth, Kapatos Christos
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A force or pressure sensing device comprises one or more magnets resiliently held spaced from one or more magnetic sensors such that pressure on the device displaces the magnets relative to the magnetic field sensors. The device may be incorporated into an insole of a shoe, or integrated into a shoe, or integrated into a seat, cushion, mattress or saddle. The device includes one or more magnetic focussing elements on the opposite side of the magnetic field sensor from the magnets to focus and condition the magnetic field passing through the sensor. The magnetic focussing elements may be permanent magnets or magnetic materials having a high magnetic permeability such as mu-metals. Additional magnetic focussing elements may be placed adjacent to the magnets. Plural magnetic field sensors can be arranged in a symmetrical arrangement in a plane below the one or more magnets so that shear forces applied to the device causes lateral relative displacement of the magnet and magnetic field sensors changing the magnetic field sensed by the magnetic field sensors. The device can also include a motion detector such as an accelerometer which may be integral with the magnetic field sensor. 1. A force sensing device comprising a magnetic field generator , a magnetic field sensor , a resilient support supporting the magnetic field generator and magnetic field sensor for relative movement in response to force applied to the device , the magnetic field sensor being disposed to measure changes in the magnetic field from the magnetic field generator resulting from such relative movement , the magnetic field sensor being a magnetoresistance sensor operative to sense relative movements of the magnetic field generator and magnetic field sensor in two orthogonal directions whereby the force sensing device senses both compressive and shear force applied to the force sensing device.2. A force sensing device according to wherein the magnetoresistance sensor is operative to sense relative ...

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Номер записи: 61
19-02-2015 дата публикации

ENHANCEMENT LEGWEAR WITH REMOVABLE PADS

Номер: US20150047102A1
Автор: Pillow Beverly
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Legwear is provided having at least two interior pockets in the calf area and ankle area of the legwear for inserting pads to enhance the physical structure of a person's leg between the knee and the ankle. 1. An article of manufacture comprising:a leg article configured to be worn on at least a portion of a leg wherein the article comprises at least one pocket on an interior surface of the back of the leg article and wherein the at least one pocket is configured to be located in a region of the back of the legwear coinciding with a part of an upper portion of the lower leg of a wearer when the legwear is worn or a region of the back of the legwear coinciding with a part of a lower portion of the lower leg of a wearer when the legwear is worn.2. The article of wherein the leg article comprises at least two pockets on an interior surface of the back of the leg article wherein the pockets are located in a region of the back of the legwear coinciding with a part of an upper portion of the lower leg of a wearer when the legwear is worn and a region of the back of the legwear coinciding with a part of a lower portion of the lower leg of a wearer when the legwear is worn.3. The article of wherein the leg article comprises spandex.4. The article of wherein the leg article is a knee high.5. The article of wherein the part of an upper portion of the lower leg is at least a portion of the calf and the part of a lower portion of the lower leg is at least a portion of the Achilles tendon.6. The article of wherein the leg article is configured to cover the lower leg including the calf and foot.7. The article of wherein the leg article is footless.8. The article of further comprising a pad configured to be inserted into the at least one pocket.9. An article of manufacture comprising:a leg article configured to be worn on at least a portion of a leg wherein the article comprises at least one pocket on an interior surface of the back of the leg article and wherein the at least one ...

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Номер записи: 62
14-02-2019 дата публикации

INSOLE

Номер: US20190045883A1
Автор: WU Pao-Chi
Принадлежит: WINNER SHOES CO., LTD.

An insole includes a top surface, a bottom surface opposite to the upper surface, a plurality of protrusions protruding from the top surface, a plurality of recesses indenting inwardly from the bottom surface, and a plurality of vent holes . Each of the recesses has an inner end, and an outer end that is located at the bottom surface and that is larger than the inner end. Each of the vent holes extends from the top surface to communicate with the inner end of a corresponding one of the recesses. 1. An insole comprising:a top surface;a bottom surface opposite to said top surface;a plurality of protrusions protruding from said top surface;a plurality of recesses indenting inwardly from said bottom surface, each of said recesses having an inner end, and an outer end that is located at said bottom surface and that is larger than said inner end; anda plurality of vent holes, each of which extends from said top surface to communicate with said inner end of a corresponding one of said recesses.2. The insole as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said protrusions are arranged in accordance to acupressure points of sole of a human foot.3. The insole as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said insole further comprises a plurality of connecting grooves formed in said bottom surface and communicating spatially with said recesses.4. The insole as claimed in claim 3 , wherein each of said connecting grooves interconnects a corresponding adjacent pair of said recesses.5. The insole as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of said vent holes has a top opening located at said top surface and spaced apart from said protrusions claim 1 , said top opening of at least a portion of said vent holes being adjacent to said protrusions.6. The insole as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each of said recesses is frustoconical. This application claims priority of Chinese Patent Application No. 201720983169.2, filed on Aug. 8, 2017.The disclosure relates to foot wearing apparel, and more particularly to an insole for ...

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Номер записи: 63
25-02-2016 дата публикации

THERMAL FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20160051006A1
Автор: DAKHIL Farouk
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An article and system for regulating temperature in footwear. Thermal footwear may include a power generation layer, a thermocell layer, and an accessory layer. The power generation layer may be constructed of an actuator material—for example, a dielectric elastomer—which may generate an electric current when compressed or decompressed. The thermocell layer may be configured to either warm or cool a user's foot, and may be reversible by being removably coupled to the power generation layer. The accessory layer may include other components; for example, an integrated circuit chip for power transmission to an external device may be included. 1. An apparatus for thermally-regulating footwear , comprising:a thermocell layer with a first side and a second side, and a power generation layer,wherein the power generation layer further comprises a plurality of sub-layers, each sub-layer comprising a dielectric elastomer material and an insulator, the dielectric elastomer generating a current when compressed or decompressed, and the thermocell layer comprises a first conductor and a second conductor,wherein the first conductor and the second conductor are in electrical communication with each other such that when a current is passed through the first conductor and the second conductor, there is an increase in the local temperature of at least one of the junctions between the first conductor and the second conductor and a decrease in the local temperature of at least one of the junctions between the first conductor and the second conductor,wherein the power generation layer provides power to the thermocell layer, andwherein the thermocell layer is configured to provide at least one of warming and cooling.2. The apparatus for thermally-regulating footwear of claim 1 , wherein the thermocell layer and the power generation layer are disposed in the sole of the footwear.3. The apparatus for thermally-regulating footwear of claim 1 , further comprising an integrated circuit chip ...

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Номер записи: 64
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Adjustable Foot Support Systems Including Fluid-Filled Bladder Chambers

Номер: US20200046070A1
Автор: Henrichot Olivier, Hopkins Timothy P., Langvin Elizabeth, Orand Austin, Patton Levi J.
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Foot support systems, e.g., for articles of footwear, include systems for changing the hardness or firmness of the foot support portion (e.g., of a sole structure) and/or systems for moving (e.g., selectively moving) fluid between various portions of the foot support system. 1. A foot support system , comprising:a first fluid-filled bladder chamber including a first major surface, a second major surface opposite the first major surface, and a first interior chamber;a second fluid-filled bladder chamber including a third major surface, a fourth major surface opposite the third major surface, and a second interior chamber, wherein the third major surface faces the second major surface;a first fluid flow line placing the first interior chamber and the second interior chamber in fluid communication with one another; anda fluid flow control system to selectively change the first fluid flow line between an open configuration in which fluid flow between the first interior chamber and the second interior chamber occurs and a closed configuration in which fluid flow between the first interior chamber and the second interior chamber is stopped.2. The foot support system according to claim 1 , wherein the first fluid-filled bladder chamber is sized and shaped so as to provide a support surface for supporting a majority of a plantar surface of a user's foot claim 1 , and wherein the second fluid-filled bladder chamber is sized and shaped such that the third major surface lies directly adjacent at least 60% of a total surface area of the second major surface.3. The foot support system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a pump device;a second fluid flow line placing the first interior chamber in fluid communication with the pump device; anda third fluid flow line placing the pump device in fluid communication with the second interior chamber.4. The foot support system according to claim 3 , further comprising:a reserve fluid chamber; anda fourth fluid flow line placing the ...

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Номер записи: 65
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Adjustable Foot Support Systems Including Fluid-Filled Bladder Chambers

Номер: US20200046071A1
Автор: Henrichot Olivier, Hopkins Timothy P., Langvin Elizabeth, Orand Austin, Patton Levi J.
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Foot support systems, e.g., for articles of footwear, include systems for changing the hardness or firmness of the foot support portion (e.g., of a sole structure) and/or systems for moving (e.g., selectively moving) fluid between various portions of the foot support system. 1. A fluid-tight foot support system , comprising:a foot support bladder for supporting at least a portion of a wearer's foot;a pump;a first fluid transfer line extending between the foot support bladder and the pump;a first valve allowing fluid transmission from the foot support bladder to the pump via the first fluid transfer line but not allowing fluid transmission from the pump to the foot support bladder via the first fluid transfer line;a fluid reservoir;a second fluid transfer line extending between the pump and the fluid reservoir;a second valve allowing fluid transmission from the pump to the fluid reservoir via the second fluid transfer line but not allowing fluid transmission from the fluid reservoir to the pump via the second fluid transfer line;a reserve reservoir;a third fluid transfer line extending between the reserve reservoir and at least one of the pump, the fluid reservoir, or the second fluid transfer line;a first fluid flow control structure for changing the third fluid transfer line between: (a) an open condition in which fluid transfers between the reserve reservoir and at least one of the pump, the fluid reservoir, or the second fluid transfer line and (b) a closed condition in which fluid does not transfer between the reserve reservoir and any of the pump, the fluid reservoir, or the second fluid transfer line;a fourth fluid transfer line extending between the fluid reservoir and the foot support bladder; anda second fluid flow control structure for changing the fourth fluid transfer line between: (a) an open condition in which fluid transfers between the fluid reservoir and the foot support bladder and (b) a closed condition in which fluid does not transfer between the ...

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Номер записи: 66
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Data processing apparatus and data amount reducing method

Номер: US20200046288A1
Автор: Yih-Ping Luh
Принадлежит: Qingyuan Global Technology Services Ltd

A data processing apparatus and a data amount reducing method are disclosed. The data processing apparatus includes a receiving unit and a numerical transforming unit. The receiving unit is used to receive M original detection data, wherein M is a positive integer. The numerical transforming unit is coupled to the receiving unit and used to perform a numerical transforming process on the M original detection data to generate K numerical transformed data, wherein K is a positive integer smaller than M. Therefore, the amount of the K numerical transformed data can be smaller than the amount of the M original detection data to achieve the effect of reducing the amount of data.

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Номер записи: 67
26-02-2015 дата публикации

VENTILATED, CUT-RESISTANT HOCKEY SOCK

Номер: US20150052654A1
Автор: Thom Douglas
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A ventilated hockey sock constructed out of a high-performance, moisture-wicking, cut-resistant woven or knitted fabric which has either two-way or four-way stretching properties depending upon desired usage, odor resistance, and has a double-layering of cut-resistant fabric in areas prone to abrasions and lacerations. 1. A hockey sock , comprising: a tubiform shape , having an open top end and an open bottom end , constructed out of a high-performance , moisture-wicking , cut-resistant , woven or knitted fabric , which can be cut into pattern pieces adjoined by means of sewing; a ventilation panel; two rectangular shaped loop portions of hook and loop fasteners; being odor resistant.2. The hockey sock of claim 1 , wherein said high-performance claim 1 , moisture-wicking claim 1 , cut-resistant claim 1 , woven or knitted fabric is a micro-polyester yarn with stainless steel fibers and Spandex engineered to be: cut-resistant; lightweight; soft; pliable; and have two-way or four-way stretchable properties depending upon desired effect and usage.3. The hockey sock of claim 1 , further comprising a double-layering of the cut-resistant fabric in areas prone to abrasions or lacerations by a hockey skate blade.4. The hockey sock of claim 1 , wherein said ventilation panel claim 1 , on the back of the sock claim 1 , is constructed out of a polyester mesh fabric which allows for air-flow claim 1 , circulation and breathability.5. The hockey sock of claim 1 , constructed and proportioned to comfortably fit over a hockey player's leg and protective equipment.6. The hockey sock of claim 1 , wherein said open top end is larger in diameter than the open bottom end.7. The hockey sock of claim 1 , wherein said double-layering of cut-resistant fabric is applied claim 1 , but not limited to claim 1 , over the knee in the front of the sock and over the calf in the back of the sock.8. The hockey sock of claim 1 , wherein the ventilation panel can be constructed out of known fabrics ...

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Номер записи: 68
10-03-2022 дата публикации

INSOLE

Номер: US20220071353A1
Автор: Fromholtz Alexander, Howlett Harold A., Miranda Daniel L.
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A removable insole for footwear, the removable insole includes a base, a plurality of walls extending from and curving along at least a portion of the base, the walls being configured to deform to provide cushioning, and an outer surface at least partially formed from distal ends of the walls, wherein at least a portion of a first wall is taller than an adjacent portion of a second wall so that the portion of the first wall deforms prior to the adjacent portion of the second wall in response to a pressure applied by a planar surface in contact with the outer surface of the cushioning member. 1. A removable insole for footwear , the removable insole comprising:a base;a plurality of walls extending from and curving along at least a portion of the base, the walls being configured to deform to provide cushioning; andan outer surface at least partially formed from distal ends of the walls,wherein at least a portion of a first wall is taller than an adjacent portion of a second wall so that the portion of the first wall deforms prior to the adjacent portion of the second wall in response to a pressure applied by a planar surface in contact with the outer surface of the insole.2. The removable insole of claim 1 , wherein a base end of the first wall is spaced apart from a base end of the second wall along an entire length of the first wall.3. The removable insole of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the outer surface has a stepped shape that is formed by distal ends of at least some of the walls.4. The removable insole of claim 3 , wherein the at least a portion of the outer surface having the stepped shape is in a forefoot portion of the insole.5. The removable insole of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the outer surface has a rippled shape that is formed by distal ends of at least some of the walls.6. The removable insole of claim 5 , wherein the at least a portion of the outer surface having the rippled shape is in a heel portion of the insole.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 69
05-03-2015 дата публикации

CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20150059060A1
Автор: Schoenbeck Dewi, Schoenbeck John
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A portion of an article of clothing has a reinforced strip, such as an embroidered strip. A first connector member has a male or female connector on its front face and a rearwardly-projecting member on its rear face. The rearwardly-projecting member passes through the strip to the opposite side of the article of clothing and into an opening in a second connector member. It is secured therein by an elastic snap-fit, for example. A complementary article of clothing (such as the other sock of a pair of socks) has a similar construction but with the other of the male or female connectors on the first connector member. The male connector of the one article snap fits into the female connector of the other to releasably connect them together, such as for washing or storage. To separate the articles the strip of the one article is grasped in one of the user's hands and the strip of the other article in the user's other hand and they are pulled apart. The first and second connector members of both articles remain attached to their respective article. 1. An assembly , comprising:an article of clothing;a portion of the article of clothing includes a reinforced strip;a first connector member having a front face having a female or male connector;the first connector member having at a rear face thereof outwardly-projecting prongs extending through the strip from a front thereof to a back thereof; anda second connector member positioned on a back side of the strip and into which the at least one prong extends and is secured.2. The assembly of wherein the prong has an end hook claim 1 , the second connector member has a through-hole with an inset ledge at the through-hole claim 1 , and the end of the hook engages the ledge with the first and second connector members attached together.3. The assembly of wherein with the first and second connector members attached together claim 2 , a curved rounded portion of the hook is flush with or extends out from an outer back surface of the ...

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Номер записи: 70
21-02-2019 дата публикации

INNER SOLE FOR A SHOE

Номер: US20190053566A1
Автор: DERVISH Kemal, GEVA Haim, Marschall Wilhelm, ROBERTS Jason Lloyd, TONGUE Giles
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Insoles including a pressure sensor, transmitter, a global positioning tracking device, an accelerometer, a power source and control circuit are provided, as well as systems including the insoles and methods of use. 1. An inner sole for a shoe , the inner sole comprising a main body made at least in part of a compressible material and a number of components embedded within the main body , the components comprising:a pressure sensor;a transmitter;a global positioning tracking device;an accelerometer;a power source connected to one or more of the pressure sensor, transmitter, global positioning tracking device and accelerometer; anda control circuit configured to receive data from the pressure sensor, global positioning tracking device and accelerometer transmit it via the transmitter to a remote location.2. An inner sole according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensor comprises first and second pressure sensing areas claim 1 , the first pressure sensing area positioned in a heel region of the main body of the inner sole claim 1 , and the second pressure sensing area positioned in a forefront region of the main body of the inner sole.3. An inner sole according to claim 1 , further comprising a second pressure sensor claim 1 , wherein the first pressure sensor is positioned in the heel region of the main body and the second pressure sensor is positioned in a forefront region of the main body.4. An inner sole according to claim 1 , further comprising a subscriber identity module (SIM) card.5. A shoe comprising an inner sole according to .6. An inner sole according to claim 1 , further comprising an altimeter connected to the control circuit.7. An inner sole according to claim 1 , further comprising an electrocardiographic sensor connected to the control circuit.8. An inner sole according to claim 1 , wherein the inner sole comprises a sensor layer and a hardware layer claim 1 , wherein the hardware layer comprises at least the power source and the control circuit.9. ...

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Номер записи: 71
02-03-2017 дата публикации

FOOTBED WITH CORK FOOT-CONTACTING SURFACE

Номер: US20170055639A1
Автор: Smith Mark
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A footbed having a cork foot-contacting surface for use in footwear is provided. The foot-contacting surface includes portions that are altered in thickness in order to form a network of channels that cross the foot-contacting surface of the footbed. The channels facilitate dryness, reduced foot slippage within the footwear, and provide a comfortable fit. 1. An article of footwear having a footbed , the footbed comprising:a body having a lateral edge, a medial edge, a toe edge, and a heel edge, wherein the lateral edge is located opposite the medial edge and the toe edge is located opposite the heel edge,the body further having a bottom surface and a foot-contacting surface opposite the bottom surface,the foot-contacting surface comprising a layer of cork, portions of the layer of cork having a first thickness and portions of the layer of cork having a second thickness that is less than the first thickness, the first thickness and the second thickness are measured from the bottom surface,wherein the portions having a second thickness form channels traversing the foot-contacting surface such that the portions having a first thickness are surrounded by the channels to form a network of channels covering the foot-contacting surface.2. The footbed of claim 1 , wherein the channels traverse the foot-contacting surface from a toe region to a heel region and from a medial region to a lateral region.3. The footbed of claim 2 , wherein the channels traverse the foot-contacting surface across the toe region claim 2 , the heel region claim 2 , the medial region claim 2 , and the lateral region.4. The footbed of claim 2 , wherein the portions having a second thickness that form channels traversing the foot-contacting surface are placed such that there is a greater number of channels located at the toe region and the heel region than the medial region and the lateral region.5. The footbed of claim 2 , wherein the portions having a second thickness that form channels traversing ...

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Номер записи: 72
02-03-2017 дата публикации

INSOLE FOR FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20170055640A1
Автор: Leiser Judson M., Shrum George
Принадлежит: SoxsolS, LLC

The present disclosures concerns embodiments of a footwear insole that can be used with various types of footwear, including, without limitation, shoes (including open and closed toe shoes), boots, sandals, etc. The insole includes an upper fabric layer that comes in contact with the foot and a cushioning base layer that contacts the footbed of the footwear. The base layer desirably is formed from a self-adhering material that can be applied to in liquid form to the fabric and bonds directly to the fibers of the fabric when cured, so as to eliminate the need for a separate intermediate adhesive layer for securing the fabric to the base layer. The base layer is also configured to substantially prevent shrinkage of the insole when subjected to multiple wash and dry cycles. 1. A method for making footwear insoles comprising:applying a continuous layer of a self-adhering coating material along the length of a surface of a fabric layer to form a laminate;curing the coating material applied to the fabric layer, causing the coating material to bond directly to the fabric layer; andafter curing the coating material, cutting one or more insoles from the laminate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein each insole formed from the laminate comprises a fabric layer having a bottom surface and a base layer formed from the coating material that substantially covers the entire bottom surface of the fabric layer.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein prior to applying the coating material to the fabric layer claim 1 , the method comprises printing text or images on the fabric layer.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising forming sipes in the cured coating material.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein coating material comprises liquid silicone rubber.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising supplying the fabric layer from a roll of fabric material to a location where the continuous layer of the self-adhering coating material is applied and the laminate is formed claim 1 , and ...

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Номер записи: 73
02-03-2017 дата публикации

FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20170055641A1
Автор: Truchsess Vincent L.
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Footwear is configured to be worn by a wearer's foot. The footwear includes a sole further comprises an outer sole. A central portion is formed within the outer sole. A seat piece is connected to the central portion and further comprising a notch receiver. A heel carrier plane is attached to an underside of central portion with a heel ramp. A heel carrier is attached to the heel carrier plane. A high heel is attached to the heel carrier. 1. Footwear , configured to be worn by a wearer's foot; the footwear comprising:a sole further comprises an outer solea central portion, formed within the outer sole;a seat piece, connected to the central portion and further comprising a notch receiver;a heel carrier plane, attached to an underside of central portion with a heel ramp;a heel carrier attached to the heel carrier plane;a high heel, attached to the heel carrier.2. The footwear of claim 1 , further comprising: a toe box inside of outer sole and joined to the central portion; wherein the toe box further comprises a plurality of toe box ribs; wherein the toe box ribs provide stability to the wearer's foot.3. The footwear of claim 2 , wherein the central portion further comprises exhaust ports that dissipate heat generated from the wearer's foot.4. The footwear of claim 3 , further comprising a loop fastener connected to the seat piece.5. The footwear of claim 4 , further comprising an inner mid sole plate further comprising a notch claim 4 , wherein the notch is joined into the notch receiver.6. The footwear of claim 5 , wherein the inner mid sole plate further comprises:a ball portion;a plurality of toe risers, attached to the Ball portion which are spaced by channels; wherein the channels dissipate heat from the wearer;inner mid sole risers, attached to the ball portion and separated by inner mid sole riser channels;a plurality of inner mid sole riser channels exhaust ports through the inner mid sole riser channels and aligned with the exhaust ports.7. The footwear of ...

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Номер записи: 74
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Shoe insert

Номер: US20210059356A1
Автор: Avonne Darren Kwanzaa Chittick
Принадлежит: Sneakerspoon BV

A shoe insert ( 1 ) for insertion into a shoe, comprising a first end ( 2 ) having a dome-shaped part ( 3 ) to be received in a toe portion of a shoe and an opposite second end ( 4 ) having a curved shell-shaped part ( 5 ) configured to act as a shoe horn, wherein the shoe insert ( 1 ) further comprises a connecting part ( 6 ) connecting the first end and the second end ( 2, 4 ), wherein the first end ( 2 ), the second end ( 4 ) and the connecting part ( 6 ) arranged there between are integrally formed.

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Номер записи: 75
20-02-2020 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR DESIGNING FOOTWEAR

Номер: US20200057837A1
Автор: CLUCKERS Tom, WILSSENS Jean-Pierre
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Methods and apparatuses for designing custom footwear are disclosed. An apparatus for designing custom footwear may include a data collection system, a data processing system, and a manufacturing system, where the manufacturing system includes an additive manufacturing device. A method for designing custom footwear may comprise receiving user-specific data, generating a user model, identifying issues in the user model, determining corrective features, generating a custom footwear model, and manufacturing the custom footwear. 1. A method of designing a custom footwear model based on a user model , the method comprising:receiving user data associated with a user, wherein the user data comprises dynamic data measurements of user movements;generating the user model based on the received user data and statistical foot data associating at least one type of foot characteristic provided in the user data with a different type of foot characteristic not provided in the user data, the user model comprising a model of a foot of the user;determining one or more issues specific to the user based on a comparison of the user model to one or more foot statistical shape models;determining one or more corrective features for addressing the one or more issues based on the comparison of the user model to the one or more foot statistical shape models, wherein the one or more corrective features comprise a microstructure having a size and position configured to address the one more issues; andgenerating the custom footwear model comprising the one or more determined corrective features, wherein a footwear part is created layer by layer based on the custom footwear model using additive manufacturing.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the user data includes one or more of: foot pressure data claim 1 , gait data claim 1 , body data claim 1 , or image data.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the footwear part is one of an insole claim 1 , a midsole claim 1 , or an outsole.4. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 76
28-02-2019 дата публикации

Shoe Insert Device

Номер: US20190059509A1
Автор: Thorne Maggie
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A shoe insert device relieves pressure on a heel when a shoe is worn. The device includes a panel configured to be positioned in a shoe. A heel alignment pad is U-shaped. The heel alignment pad is positioned on and extends upwardly from an upper surface of the panel wherein the heel alignment pad is configured to extend around and support a heel of the foot positioned in the shoe. 1. A shoe insert device configured to support a foot positioned in a shoe , said device comprising:a panel configured to be positioned in the shoe, said panel having an upper surface, a lower surface, and a perimeter edge extending around said panel; anda heel alignment pad, said heel alignment pad being U-shaped, said heel alignment pad being positioned on and extending upwardly from said upper surface of said panel wherein said heel alignment pad is configured to extend around and support a heel of the foot positioned in the shoe.2. The shoe insert device of claim 1 , further comprising a heel well extending into said upper surface of said panel claim 1 , said heel alignment pad extending around said heel well.3. The shoe insert device of claim 2 , further comprising said heel alignment pad extending fully around said heel well such that a front edge of said heel well is inset from a straight line extending between opposite ends of said heel alignment pad.4. The shoe insert device of claim 2 , further comprising a rear section of a peripheral edge of said heel alignment pad being flush with said perimeter edge of said panel.5. The shoe insert device of claim 2 , further comprising a rear section of a peripheral edge of said heel alignment pad being inset from said perimeter edge of said panel.6. The shoe insert device of claim 2 , further comprising said panel having a heel portion claim 2 , a front portion claim 2 , and a medial portion positioned and extending between said heel portion and said front portion wherein said panel is configured to extend fully under the foot positioned in ...

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Номер записи: 77
27-02-2020 дата публикации

SHOES

Номер: US20200060378A1
Автор: Ahn Haewook, Bae Yeiji, Choi Byung-kwon, Choi Minho, PARK Mikyung, ROH ChangHyun, ROH Se-gon, SHIM Youngbo
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

An insole may include an insole body in a shape receivable in a shoe; an electronic element provided in the insole body; a connection line configured to electrically connect to the electronic element and including a contact terminal exposed to the outside of the insole body; and a connector including a detachable member configured to at least partially protrude outward from the insole body and configured to support the contact terminal. 1. A shoe comprising:an upper;a midsole connected to the upper;an insole in the upper, the insole including an insole body and an electronic element, the insole body configured to be inserted onto a top surface of the midsole with the electronic element being in the insole body;a control device configured to be inserted in a rear portion of the midsole, the control device configured to control the electronic element; anda user interface exposed to an outside of the upper, the user interface configured to receive a user instruction for controlling the electronic element.2. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the electronic element comprises:at least one of a vibrator, a pressure sensor, and an inertial sensor.3. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the user interface comprises:a power button configured to switch the electronic element between an ON state and an OFF state.4. The shoe of claim 3 , wherein the user interface comprises:a light source configured to indicate whether the electronic element is in the ON state or the OFF state.5. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the user interface is provided to the upper.6. The shoe of claim 5 , wherein the user interface comprises:a battery charging terminal at the first end of the user interface such that the battery charging terminal is not exposed to the outside when the user interface is secured to the upper.7. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein the insole further comprises:a connector configured to electrically connect the electronic element to the control device.8. The shoe of claim 7 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 78
08-03-2018 дата публикации

INSOLES FOR TRACKING, DATA TRANSFER SYSTEMS AND METHODS INVOLVING THE INSOLES, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

Номер: US20180064209A1
Автор: HAMILL Kristan Lisa
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A multilayer insole for removable placement in an article of footwear, the multilayer insole including a bottom insole layer having a top side, a top insole layer having an underside, an intermediate layer that is (a) an insole material layer, (b) a flexible circuit layer or (c) a bonding region for joining the bottom insole layer with the top insole layer, a location data receiving means for receiving an input signal relating to a location of the insole, and a location data transmitting means for transmitting an output signal relating to the location of the insole, wherein the location data receiving means and the location data transmitting means are both integrally associated with the multilayer insole. Also provided are a unitary insole, data transfer systems with methods involving the different insoles and methods of manufacturing the different insoles. 1. A multilayer insole for removable placement in an article of footwear , the multilayer insole comprising:a bottom insole layer having a top side;a top insole layer having an underside;an intermediate layer that is (a) an insole material layer, (b) a flexible circuit layer or, in the absence of an intermediate layer which is an insole material layer or a flexible circuit layer, (c) a bonding region for joining the top side of the bottom insole layer with the underside of the top insole layer;an insole location data receiver for receiving an input signal relating to a location of the insole; andan insole location data transmitter for transmitting an output signal relating to the location of the insole;wherein the insole location data receiver and the insole location data transmitter are both integrally associated with the insole.2. The multilayer insole of claim 1 , wherein the insole comprises a material containing at least one member from the group consisting of: polyurethane claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , poly(ethylene-vinyl acetate) claim 1 , polyvinyl chloride claim 1 , polyborodimethylsiloxane claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 79
17-03-2016 дата публикации

Footwear with Dynamic Arch System

Номер: US20160073731A1
Автор: Sharone Piontkowski, Shlomo Piontkowski
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention is footwear having a convex shaped outsole with opposing wedge shaped configurations in the bottom of the front sole section and the back sole section which provide rotation of the front sole section and the back sole section in opposite directions when weight is applied. The present invention is also footwear convex shaped in the longitudinal direction with a split sole having opposing wedge shaped configurations in the bottom of the front sole section and the back sole section that provide rotation of the front sole section and the back sole section in opposite directions when weight is applied. The invention further includes footwear having at least one pair of wedges on the outsole which provide footwear having improved arch support. The invention is also footwear with a flexible, elastic, member between the front sole section and the back sole section of the sole.

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Номер записи: 80
17-03-2016 дата публикации

INSOLE

Номер: US20160073734A1
Автор: GRABHER Karl-Heinz, Mucha Werner, Zimmerer Tobias
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An insole () for a shoe, having: a spring steel plate (), which is stiff in the transverse direction of the sole, particularly in the ball region of the foot, vertically flexible in the longitudinal direction of the sole and retstores itself elastically after loading, wherein the spring steel place () has a transverse profile () substantially over the entire sole region running preferably normal to the longitudinal direction of the sole; and a plastic layer in which the spring steel plate () is arranged, wherein the plastic layer is a polyurethane gel layer () with a Shore hardness 00 of 45-70. 110. Insole () for a shoe , which extends at least over the front foot region of the sole , comprising:a spring steel plate which is rigid in the transverse direction of the sole but is vertically flexible in the longitudinal direction of the sole and resiliently returns after loading, the spring steel plate having a transverse profile; anda plastics layer in which the spring steel plate is arranged, the plastics layer is a polyurethane gel layer having a Shore Hardness 00 of 45-70, and wherein the polyurethane gel layer fills at least the entire transverse profile of the spring steel plate and adheres to the spring steel plate, and the thickness of the polyurethane gel layer is 1.5-4 times the overall height H of the transverse profile.2. Insole according to claim 1 , wherein the Shore Hardness 00 is 52-64.3. Insole according to claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the gel layer is 1.8-2.5 times the overall height of the transverse profile.4. Insole according to claim 1 , wherein the transverse profile is formed in the manner of a wave claim 1 , the overall height of the profile being 0.5-2 mm claim 1 , and the wavelength of the wave being 3-15 mm.5. Insole according to claim 1 , wherein the gel layer protrudes at a uniform distance on both the upper and lower side of the transverse profile and forms a substantially flat and smooth surface.6. Insole according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 81
15-03-2018 дата публикации

Article Of Footwear With Weight-Activated Cinching Apparatus

Номер: US20180070679A1
Автор: Friton Michael R., Smith Casey L.
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An article of footwear is disclosed that includes a cinching apparatus that is configured to move the upper between an open position and a closed position. The cinching apparatus includes a spring pad with a first, second, and third portion. The third portion is elastic and configured to deform elastically from a first position toward a second position. The third portion is configured to move the first portion relative to the second portion generally in the longitudinal direction as the third portion deforms between the first position and the second position. Also, the cinching apparatus is configured to move the upper from the open position toward the closed position as the third portion of the spring pad moves from the first position toward the second position. 1. An article of footwear having a forefoot region and a heel region and defining a longitudinal direction that extends generally between the forefoot region and the heel region , the article of footwear comprising:an upper having an open position and a closed position; and a base having a base forefoot portion and a base heel portion; and', 'a spring pad having a pad forefoot portion that is fixed in position relative to an upper surface of the base forefoot portion, a pad heel portion positioned adjacent the upper surface of the base heel portion and movable relative to the base heel portion generally in the longitudinal direction, and a pad midfoot portion between the pad forefoot portion and the pad heel portion, the pad midfoot portion being movable between a first position where the pad midfoot portion is at least partially curved in a direction away from the upper surface of the base midfoot portion and a second position where the pad midfoot portion is substantially flat relative to the upper surface of the base midfoot portion;, 'a cinching apparatus configured to move the upper between the open and closed positions, the cinching apparatus includingwherein when a load is applied to the pad midfoot ...

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Номер записи: 82
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Comfort In Motion Footwear

Номер: US20200068991A1
Автор: Alati Emily, Burlage Jacquelyn, Dardinski Alex, Howard Stephanie, JR. John R., Kirk Michael P., Steere
Принадлежит: TBL LICENSING LLC

A holistically improved shoe that incorporates beneficial aspects relating to a variety of interconnected elements, including comfort, sustainability, washability, ease of manufacturing, style, freedom and natural movement of the foot, as well as the sensory experience of a user. The shoe contains a removable insert that is configured to be removed and washed in between uses or as needed, such that a sock or other liner is unnecessary. The shoe further includes a footbed and an outsole that contain matching tread patterns. The matching tread patterns of the present technology allow the footbed and the outsole to move in concert by splaying during a stride in order to better absorb shock by mimicking the natural movements of the foot. 1. A shoe , comprising:an upper;an insole having a substantially planar top surface and a bottom surface opposite the top surface;a space between the upper and the insole defining a cavity adapted to receive a wearer's foot;an outsole having a bottom surface configured to contact the ground and a top surface opposite the bottom surface, the top surface of the outsole being permanently secured to the bottom surface of the insole and to a perimeter of the upper, and the bottom surface of the outsole having a tread pattern comprising a series of lateral ridges and troughs; anda removable insert having a bottom surface configured to contact the substantially planar top surface of the insole and a top surface opposite the bottom surface and configured to contact a wearer's foot during wear, the bottom surface of the removable insert having a tread pattern that corresponds to the tread pattern of the outsole;wherein the removable insert is received within the cavity defined by the upper and the substantially planar top surface of the insole.2. The shoe of claim 1 , wherein:the removable insert comprises an footbed cover having a top surface and a bottom surface, and a footbed having a top surface and a bottom surface; andthe bottom surface of ...

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Номер записи: 83
12-06-2014 дата публикации

MOISTURE MANAGEMENT SOCK

Номер: US20140157491A1
Автор: Dahlgren Ray
Принадлежит:

A moisture management sock is disclosed. One example embodiment includes one or more channels underneath the sock to transfer moisture from one or both of the heel or toes on the bottom of the sock. Some embodiments transfer moisture from the bottom of the sock around the arch to the top of the foot. Some embodiments include elements for drying the heel and/or toe and transferring it through the arch around the top of the foot. 1a first knit portion having hydrophobic yarn in relation to a second knit portion, the first knit portion substantially wrapping the instep portion of the sock, the first knit portion including a plurality of elongated finger portions spaced-apart from one another, said elongated finger portions defined by a respective edge; anda second knit portion having hydrophilic yarn in relation to the first knit portion, the second knit portion disposed within the first knit portion and substantially on the bottom of the instep portion of the sock, the second knit portion including a plurality of elongated finger portions defined by a respective edge, and sized and dimensioned to intermesh with the respective elongated finger portions of the first knit portion such that an improved moisture transfer interface is formed by the hydrophilic yarn absorbing moisture from a foot and the hydrophobic yarn transferring the moisture from the second knit portion.. A moisture management sock comprising: This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/678,031, filed Jul. 31, 2012.1. Field of the InventionThis disclosure relates generally to all types of socks, and more particularly to a sock that aids in moisture distribution, wicking, and evaporation using hydrophilic and hydrophobic yarns which work to respectively absorb and transfer moisture.2. Prior ArtThe moisture that occurs or develops in the foot area may be uncomfortable and can increase odds for blisters or other foot ailments. Socks made from significant amounts of ...

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Номер записи: 84
14-03-2019 дата публикации

SHOE INSERT

Номер: US20190075886A1
Автор: Levy Dawn
Принадлежит: The Levy Group, Inc.

A shoe insert for footwear worn on a user's foot, and associated method of manufacturing the shoe insert, including a first layer including silicone and a second layer including fur and disposed on the first layer, where the second layer is arranged to contact the user's foot when the footwear including the shoe insert is worn. 1. A shoe insert for footwear worn on a user's foot , comprising:a first layer comprising silicone; anda second layer comprising fur and disposed on the first layer;wherein the second layer is arranged to contact the user's foot when the footwear including the shoe insert is worn.2. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the first layer comprises a gel claim 1 , a foam claim 1 , or a rubber.3. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the fur is artificial fur.4. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the fur is real fur.5. The shoe insert of claim 4 , wherein the real fur is fur from a fox claim 4 , rabbit claim 4 , mink claim 4 , beaver claim 4 , stoat or ermine claim 4 , otter claim 4 , sable claim 4 , coyote claim 4 , chinchilla claim 4 , raccoon claim 4 , lynx claim 4 , or possum.6. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the first layer includes a top side and a bottom side and the second layer includes a top side and a bottom side claim 1 , the top side of the first layer being affixed to the bottom side of the second layer by an adhesive.7. The shoe insert of claim 6 , wherein the adhesive is glue.8. The shoe insert of claim 1 , wherein the first layer and the second layer have the shape of a shoe insole.9. A method of manufacturing a shoe insert for footwear worn on a user's foot claim 1 , comprising:providing a first layer comprising silicone; anddisposing a second layer comprising fur on the first layer;wherein the second layer is arranged to contact the user's foot when the footwear including the shoe insert is worn.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the first layer comprises a gel claim 9 , a foam claim 9 , or a rubber.11. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 85
14-03-2019 дата публикации

SHOE ACCESSORY

Номер: US20190075887A1
Автор: Levy Dawn
Принадлежит: The Levy Group, Inc.

A shoe accessory for open back footwear worn on a user's foot, and associated method of manufacturing the shoe accessory, including a first layer including silicone and a second layer including fur and disposed on the first layer, where the second layer is arranged to contact the user's foot when the open back footwear including the shoe accessory is worn. 1. A shoe accessory for open back footwear worn on a user's foot , comprising:a first layer comprising silicone; anda second layer comprising fur and disposed on the first layer;wherein the second layer is arranged to contact the user's foot when the open back footwear including the shoe accessory is worn.2. The shoe accessory of claim 1 , wherein the first layer comprises a gel claim 1 , a foam claim 1 , or a rubber.3. The shoe accessory of claim 1 , wherein the fur is artificial fur.4. The shoe accessory of claim 1 , wherein the fur is real fur.5. The shoe accessory of claim 4 , wherein the real fur is fur from a fox claim 4 , rabbit claim 4 , mink claim 4 , beaver claim 4 , stoat or ermine claim 4 , otter claim 4 , sable claim 4 , coyote claim 4 , chinchilla claim 4 , raccoon claim 4 , lynx claim 4 , possum claim 4 , goat claim 4 , cow claim 4 , or horse claim 4 , or is Mongolian fur.6. The shoe accessory of claim 1 , wherein the first layer includes a top side and a bottom side and the second layer includes a top side and a bottom side claim 1 , the top side of the first layer being affixed to the bottom side of the second layer by an adhesive.7. The shoe accessory of claim 6 , wherein the adhesive is glue.8. The shoe accessory of claim 1 , wherein the first layer and the second layer have the shape of a shoe insole.9. The shoe accessory of claim 1 , wherein the shoe accessory is configured for use in open back footwear including slides claim 1 , clogs claim 1 , heels claim 1 , or mules.10. A method of manufacturing a shoe accessory for open back footwear worn on a user's foot claim 1 , comprising:providing a ...

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Номер записи: 86
19-06-2014 дата публикации

SOCK HAVING SECONDARY OPENING

Номер: US20140165266A1
Автор: McKee Shelby Busemeyer
Принадлежит: KEYSOCKS, LLC

The present invention is directed to a foot covering or sock that has a second opening such that a portion of topside of a foot wearing the sock is exposed. 1. A foot covering being comprised of: a forefoot portion; a midfoot portion attached to the forefront portion; a hindfoot portion attached to the midfoot portion; a lower leg portion attached to the hindfoot portion; a primary opening at an end of the lower leg portion furthest from the hindfoot portion; a secondary opening on a topside of the foot covering , such that the secondary opening extends from an end of the forefront portion closest to the midfoot portion to an end of the lower leg portion furthest from the primary opening; and wherein a top side of an individual's foot is exposed through the secondary opening when being worn on the individual's foot.2. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the second opening further exposes ankles of an individual's foot when being worn on the individual's foot.3. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the second opening further exposes a lower part of a shin of an individual when being worn on the individual's foot.4. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the foot covering is further comprised of cushioning or padding on a bottom side of the foot covering.5. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the secondary opening substantially mimics an opening of a shoe being worn by an individual wearing the foot covering.6. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the secondary opening is substantially oblong in shape. This application claims the benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) of Shelby Busemeyer McKee, U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/739,564, entitled “SOCK HAVING SECONDARY OPENING,” filed on Dec. 19, 2012 (Attorney Docket No. 1022.093PRV), which prior application is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.1. Field of InventionThe present invention relates generally to foot apparel, and ...

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Номер записи: 87
19-06-2014 дата публикации

SOCK HAVING SECONDARY OPENING

Номер: US20140165267A1
Автор: McKee Shelby Busemeyer
Принадлежит: KEYSOCKS, LLC

The present invention is directed to a foot covering or sock that has a second opening such that a portion of topside of a foot wearing the sock is exposed. 1. A foot covering being comprised of:a forefoot portion;a midfoot portion attached to the forefoot portion;a hindfoot portion attached to the midfoot portion;a lower leg portion attached to the hindfoot portion;a primary opening at an end of the lower leg portion furthest from the hindfoot portion;a secondary opening on a topside of the foot covering, such that the secondary opening is discontinuous with the primary opening and extends from an end of the forefoot portion closest to the midfoot portion to an end of the lower leg portion furthest from the primary opening; andwherein a top side of an individual's foot is exposed through the secondary opening when being worn on the individual's foot.2. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the second opening further exposes ankles of an individual's foot when being worn on the individual's foot.3. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the second opening further exposes a lower part of a shin of an individual when being worn on the individual's foot.4. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the foot covering is further comprised of cushioning or padding on a bottom side of the foot covering.5. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the secondary opening substantially mimics an opening of a shoe being worn by an individual wearing the foot covering.6. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the secondary opening is substantially oblong in shape.7. The foot covering according to claim 1 , wherein the midfoot portion substantially surrounds and covers a bottom portion of an individual's foot when being worn on the individual's foot.8. The foot covering according to claim 7 , wherein the midfoot portion covers the arch and sides of an individual's foot when being worn on the individual's foot.9. The foot covering ...

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Номер записи: 88
29-03-2018 дата публикации

Insole

Номер: US20180084865A1
Автор: CHEN Jung-Lun, HUANG Juei-Chi, TANG Te-Wei
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An insole includes a deformable, resilient cavity that acts as an air pump as the wearer walks or runs while wearing a shoe or other footwear having the insole placed therein. Pressure applied to the insole by the wearer's foot during each cycle of the wearer's gait may depress the air pump, thereby forcing air through channels leading to air outlet holes at the foot bed surface of the insole. As pressure is released by the wearer lifting the foot, the air pump can expand, thereby drawing in air through a one-way air inlet valve. 1. An insole , comprising:an air pump cavity beneath a heel portion of the insole, wherein the air pump cavity is open to an underside of the insole;a one-way air inlet valve in communication with the cavity; the at least one air channel is directed toward a front of the insole;', 'the at least one air channel leads to an outlet hole at a foot bed surface of the insole; and', 'the at least one air channel is open to the underside of the insole., 'at least one air channel in communication with the cavity, wherein2. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the air pump cavity has the shape of a spherical cap.3. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the insole claim 1 , the air pump cavity claim 1 , and the at least one air channel jointly comprise a unitary molded component.4. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the air pump cavity comprises a resilient cavity wall.5. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the air pump cavity comprises a partial spheroid shape.6. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the outlet hole passes through the insole.7. The insole of claim 1 , further comprising multiple additional outlet holes in fluid communication with each of the at least one air channel.8. The insole of claim 1 , further comprising an absorbent fabric layer adhered to the foot bed surface of the insole.9. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the insole is placed within a shoe.10. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the air inlet valve passes through a backward-facing surface of the ...

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Номер записи: 89
21-03-2019 дата публикации

CONTOURED SUPPORT INSOLE

Номер: US20190082780A1
Автор: Granger David B., Lewis Paul, Martinez Jacob
Принадлежит: IMPLUS FOOTCARE, LLC

A contoured insole especially advantageous for users with medium to high arches is disclosed. It comprises a generally foot-shaped base extending from a heel end to a toe end, which comprises a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface of the base preferably further comprises two indentations formed integrally therein in a forefoot area and a heel area. A forefoot pad and a heel pad are secured to each of said indentations. 121-. (canceled)22. A contoured arch support comprising:a base having a medial arch area formed from a moldable resilient material; anda plurality of collapsible curvilinear indentations, each of said curvilinear indentations having a longitudinal axis extending substantially lengthwise in a longitudinal heel-to-toe direction in said medial arch area of said base, said indentations integrally formed into the bottom surface of said base.23. The arch support of claim 22 , wherein said medial arch area collapses along said plurality of longitudinal curvilinear indentations that extend lengthwise in said medial arch area.24. The arch support of claim 22 , wherein said plurality of longitudinal curvilinear indentations in said medial arch area collapse along said lengthwise indentations to fit a user's shoe providing an accommodating fit to said user.25. The arch support of claim 22 , wherein said plurality of longitudinal curvilinear indentations in said medial arch area collapse along said lengthwise indentations in said medial arch area of said medial midfoot to minimize voids caused by air entrapment.26. The arch support of claim 22 , wherein said plurality of longitudinal curvilinear indentations in said medial arch area are positioned on said medial midfoot side of said insole from adjacent a lateral midfoot area to said medial side of said insole.27. The arch support of claim 22 , wherein said plurality of longitudinal curvilinear indentations extend lengthwise in said medial arch area positioned lengthwise from a border of said ...

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Номер записи: 90
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Shoe with Heel Cutout

Номер: US20190082783A1
Автор: Sinclair Agnes Yen
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A shoe comprising an inner lining, upper portion, and optionally a heel counter in between the inner lining and upper portion. A cutout is positioned at the heel of the shoe, that cuts out the inner lining, upper portion, and heel counter where the shoe's heel comes into contact with the top of the calcaneus bone and above. The empty space from the cutout is replaced with a heel cutout filler that has some degree of stretchiness. The inner lining, upper portion, and heel cutout filler are stitched together to form the heel of the shoe. 1. A shoe comprising:an inner lining with an inner lining cutout, wherein said cutout is situated from the top of a wearer's calcaneus bone and above;an upper portion with an upper portion cutout corresponding to said inner lining cutout;a heel counter with a heel counter cutout corresponding to said inner lining cutout and upper portion cutout, wherein said heel counter is between said inner lining and said upper portion; anda heel cutout filler stitched onto said inner lining and said upper portion, wherein said heel cutout filler corresponds to the shape of said inner lining cutout, said upper portion cutout and said heel counter cutout.2. The shoe of wherein said heel cutout filler has a stretch of at least 10%.3. The shoe of wherein said heel cutout filler is comprised of elastics.4. The shoe of wherein said heel cutout filler is comprised of stretchable PU.5. The shoe of wherein said heel cutout filler is comprised of stretchable leather.6. The shoe of wherein said heel counter cutout is U shaped.7. A shoe comprising:an inner lining with an inner lining cutout, wherein said cutout is situated from the top of a wearer's calcaneus bone and above;an upper portion with an upper portion cutout corresponding to said inner lining cutout; anda heel cutout filler stitched onto said inner lining and said upper portion, wherein said heel cutout filler fills the empty portion from said inner lining cutout and said upper portion cutout.8. ...

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Номер записи: 91
21-03-2019 дата публикации

ORTHOTIC DEVICE AND METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20190082788A1
Автор: DEROSE JOSEPH
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A foot orthotic device has an insole. A strap is removably coupled to a bottom surface of the insole in a midfoot area of the insole. 1. A foot orthotic device comprising:an insole; anda strap coupled to a bottom surface of the insole in a midfoot area of the insole.2. The foot orthotic device of claim 1 , comprising:a first attachment device formed on the bottom surface of the insole in a midfoot area of the insole; anda second attachment device formed in a central area of the strap.3. The foot orthotic device of claim 1 , comprising:a first end attachment coupled to a first end of the strap; anda second end attachment coupled to a second end of the strap opposite of the first end.4. The foot orthotic device of claim 1 , wherein ends of the strap are arranged in a crossing pattern to exert force to counteract movement of the foot.5. The foot orthotic device of claim 1 , wherein the insole comprises:a base layer extending from a back of a heel of the foot past an arch of the foot;a heel cup formed on one end of the base layer;a medial longitudinal arch area extending from the heel cup along an inner side of the base layer; and{'b': '16', 'an upper layer applied over the base layer, the upper layer extending past the base layer to an end of the foot.'}6. The foot orthotic device of claim 5 , wherein the insole comprises a heel section formed on a bottom section of the base layer below the heel cup.7. The ankle and foot orthotic device of claim 5 , wherein the upper layer is formed of a flexible material.8. A foot orthotic device comprising:an insole;a strap removably coupled to a bottom surface of the insole in a midfoot area of the insole;a first attachment device formed on the bottom surface of the insole in a midfoot area of the insole; anda second attachment device formed in a central area of the strap;wherein the first attachment device and the second attachment device are hook and loop material.9. The foot orthotic device of claim 8 , comprising:a first end ...

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Номер записи: 92
19-03-2020 дата публикации

Device for high-heeled shoes and method of constructing a high-heeled shoe

Номер: US20200085138A1
Автор: Brian G. R. Hughes, Howard Dananberg
Принадлежит: HBN Shoe LLC

Provided is a device for insertion into a heeled shoe, having a rear region positioned to underlying a wearer's calcaneal tuberosity, the rear region being shaped to accommodate a planer surface of the wearer's calcaneal tuberosity, an upper surface of said rear region having a raised portion underlying an area of the wearer's calcaneus immediately forward of the wearer's calcaneus tuberosity; and a forward region positioned to underlie at least a portion of the shafts of the wearer's metatarsals, the second upper surface of said forward region having a raised portion which gradually rises to an apex position to underlie the shafts of the wearer's second and third metatarsals.

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Номер записи: 93
09-04-2015 дата публикации

Sock Pouch

Номер: US20150096106A1
Автор: Bell Ann
Принадлежит: Bootaroo LLC

A sleeve pouch may be provided. The sleeve pouch may be formed through the attachment of an elastic annular member to a sleeve member, wherein the space between the two surfaces forms a pouch capable of storing objects. 1. A sock having a pouch comprising:a sock member; andan elastic annular member having a bottom edge and a top edge, said bottom edge of said elastic annular member being connected to an outer surface of said sock member at a position below a top edge of the sock member;wherein said elastic annular member and said sock member forms an annular space;wherein said elastic annular member is operable to secure an item to the sock member within the annular space.2. The sock having a pouch of claim 1 , wherein the elastic annular member is made of a stretchable fabric.3. The sock having a pouch of claim 1 , wherein the elastic annular member is connected to the sock member by means of stitching.4. The sock having a pouch of claim 1 , wherein the sock member comprises a sock of conventional construction.5. The sock having a pouch of claim 1 , wherein the sock member comprises a sleeve.6. The sock having a pouch of claim 1 , wherein the annular member comprises one or more members attached together.7. A storage compartment within an article of clothing comprising:a sleeve member comprising at least one cylindrical shape; andan annular member configured to surround a portion of the sleeve member;wherein the annular member is configured to join the sleeve member such that the surrounded portion of the sleeve member faces an area of an inner surface of the annular member;wherein the area of the inner surface of the annular member and the surrounded portion of the sleeve member form a pouch for storing items.8. The storage compartment of claim 7 , wherein the annular member exerts a force upon the sleeve member through elastic compression.9. The storage compartment of claim 7 , wherein one edge of the annular member is attached to the sleeve member.10. The ...

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Номер записи: 94
09-04-2015 дата публикации

Exercise Sock with Configurable Fastening Straps

Номер: US20150096107A1
Автор: Krumel Caroline Juliette
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An exercise sock with configurable straps includes a sock body, at least one lateral reinforced-opening, at least one medial reinforced-opening, and a pair of fastening straps. The lateral reinforced-opening and the medial reinforced-opening are traversed through the sock body opposite of each other so that the pair of fastening straps can be inserted through the sock body. The pair of fastening straps allows the wearers of the exercise sock to create different configurations across the top of the foot around the ankle and leg for aesthetic appearance while securing the sock body to the wearer's foot. 1. An exercise sock with configurable strap placement comprises:a sock body;at least one lateral reinforced-opening;at least one medial reinforced-opening;a pair of fastening straps;the sock body comprises a foot cuff, a lateral sidewall portion, a medial sidewall portion, and a sole portion;the foot cuff comprises a first curvature portion and a second curvature portion;the at least one lateral reinforced-opening traversing through the lateral sidewall portion;the at least one medial reinforced-opening traversing through the medial sidewall portion; andthe pair of fastening straps being connected to the first curvature portion.2. The exercise sock with configurable strap placement as claimed in comprises:the foot cuff being oppositely positioned from the sole portion;the lateral sidewall portion and the medial sidewall portion being oppositely positioned from each other; andthe lateral sidewall portion and the medial sidewall portion being positioned between the foot cuff and the sole portion.3. The exercise sock with configurable strap placement as claimed in comprises:the first curvature portion and the second curvature portion being partially extended along the foot cuff;the first curvature portion being adjacently positioned with the lateral sidewall portion and the medial sidewall portion; andthe second curvature portion being adjacently positioned with the ...

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Номер записи: 95
01-04-2021 дата публикации

Hybrid material

Номер: US20210093041A1
Автор: Douglas Evan Stern
Принадлежит: Individual

A process of making a family cell of homogenous inner bladders with varying elasticity includes a forming a plurality of inner bladders from a first material with a first elasticity. The inner bladders have interior surfaces during inner chambers and exterior surfaces exposed to an outside environment. The inner chambers are configured to store a fluid. A family cell is formed by fluidly connecting the inner bladders. One or more hybrid bladders are selected from the inner bladders and a second material having a second elasticity is applied to the hybrid bladders. The second elasticity is less than the first elasticity, such that the second material reduces the elastic qualities of the hybrid bladder.

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Номер записи: 96
07-04-2016 дата публикации

INSOLE FOR SHOE

Номер: US20160095382A1
Автор: KANAZAWA Kimihiko, KANEKO Shouta, OKUMURA Norihisa, SAYAMA Takeo, TAKAHASHI Shigeki, TAKAHASHI Tsuyoshi, TAKATA Yuichi
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Provided is an insole capable of supporting afoot in a well-balanced manner. 1. An insole for a shoe , comprising a calcaneal anterior-part support protrusion for supporting a calcaneal anterior part from a sole.2. The insole for a shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the calcaneal anterior-part support protrusion is arranged to maintain a longitudinal arch of a sole and a whole of a calcaneus is supported at two locations including the calcaneal anterior part and a rear part of the calcaneus.3. The insole for a shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the calcaneal anterior-part support protrusion is downwardly inclined toward both-side edges and along a forward-and-backward direction.4. The insole for a shoe according to claim 3 , wherein the calcaneal anterior-part support protrusion is downwardly inclined while including a region corresponding to a navicular bone.5. The insole for a shoe according to claim 1 , comprising: a cuboid bone support protrusion capable of supporting a cuboid bone so that a motion of a calcaneocuboidal joint is not disturbed while maintaining a longitudinal arch of a sole.6. The insole for a shoe according to claim 5 , wherein the cuboid bone support protrusion is downwardly inclined toward both-side edges and along a forward-and-backward direction.7. The insole for a shoe according to claim 6 , wherein the cuboid bone support protrusion is downwardly inclined while including a region corresponding to a navicular bone.8. The insole for a shoe according to claim 5 , wherein the calcaneal anterior-part support protrusion overlaps the cuboid bone support protrusion.9. The insole for a shoe according to claim 5 , wherein a surface layer is arranged on the cuboid bone support protrusion and the calcaneal anterior-part support protrusion so that an insole body is formed in multilayer.10. The insole for a shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the calcaneal anterior-part support protrusion is arranged to enable support of a long plantar ligament.11. ...

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Номер записи: 97
12-05-2022 дата публикации

INSOLE-TYPE ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING INSOLE-TYPE ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20220142292A1
Автор: NOMURA Futa
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Provided is an insole-type electronic device that has high communication performance and high reliability. This insole-type electronic device comprises an insole body, an extension part, a first electronic module, a second electronic module, and a wire. The insole body is a sheet-like member placed on the sole of a shoe. The extension part is a sheet-like member which is connected to the insole body and with which the instep of a foot is wrapped from above when the electronic device is worn on the foot. The first electronic module is an electronic circuit embedded in the insole body. The second electronic module is an electronic circuit that is embedded in the extension part and enables at least some of the communication functions. The wire electrically connects the first electronic module and the second electronic module. 1. An insole-type electronic device comprising:a sheet-shaped insole body to be placed on a midsole in a shoe;a sheet-shaped extension portion being connected to the insole body and being wound around an upper side of an instep during wearing the insole-type electronic device;a first electronic module mounted in the insole body;a second electronic module incorporated in the extension portion; anda wiring that electrically connects the first electronic module and the second electronic module to each other.2. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 1 , further comprisinga cavity in a connection portion between the insole body and the extension portion, whereinthe wiring is placed in the cavity.3. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 2 , whereinthe wiring in the connection portion has a redundant portion to which tension is not applied even when the wiring is extended.4. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 3 , whereinthe redundant portion is any one of a bellows shape, a spiral shape, or a loose shape.5. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 2 , whereinthe wiring in the connection portion ...

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Номер записи: 98
12-05-2022 дата публикации

SHOE MIDSOLE WITH VARIABLE DIMENSION HELICAL SPRING MADE BY ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING PROCESS

Номер: US20220142297A1
Автор: Ali Mubasher, Jeng Jeng-Ywan, Nazir Aamer
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A shoe midsole having a structure formed by additive manufacturing process, including a bottom pad, an upper pad and a shock-absorbing layer. The bottom pad has foot-shaped profile and includes a plurality of stress zones. The upper pad is arranged opposite to the bottom pad and has foot-shaped profile almost identical to that of the bottom pad. The shock-absorbing layer is arranged between the bottom pad and the upper pad and includes a plurality of pressure-bearing units. The pressure-bearing unit is arranged between the bottom pad and the upper pad in the manner that two ends of each pressure-bearing unit abut against the bottom pad and the upper pad respectively. The pressure-bearing unit has excellent mechanical properties such as higher energy absorption and force bearing capacity for bearing pressures or stress put by the foot, good flexibility and higher deflection capacity that can be elastically deformed in the longitudinal direction. 1. A shoe midsole having a structure formed by additive manufacturing process , which is characterized in comprising:a bottom pad having foot-shaped profile, which includes a plurality of stress zones, each of the stress zones bears a part of pressure put by a foot;an upper pad arranged opposite to the bottom pad, which has foot-shaped profile almost identical to that of the bottom pad; anda shock-absorbing layer arranged between the bottom pad and the upper pad, which includes a plurality of pressure-bearing units arranged on a location corresponding to each of the stress zones in a manner that two ends of each pressure-bearing unit abuts against the bottom pad and the upper pad respectively;wherein each of the pressure-bearing units has mechanical properties such as higher force bearing capacity for bearing pressures or stress put by the foot, and good flexibility and higher deflection capacity that can be elastically deformed in a longitudinal direction;wherein all of the pressure-bearing units arranged in the same stress ...

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Номер записи: 99
12-05-2022 дата публикации

METHOD FOR DIAGNOSING SKELETAL ABNORMALITIES USING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Номер: US20220142505A1
Автор: SPECTOR DONALD
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Systems and methods of determining spinal column and or leg length abnormalities includes taking digital photographs of multiple data points along the length of the person's spine and legs, and sending the photographs to a computer with a processor programmed with software that analyzes the photographs to determine leg length and spinal column length and spinal column curvature. The data regarding the leg length and curvature is sent to a medical professional for diagnosis and treatment of the patient. 1. A method for determining spinal cord and leg length abnormalities , the method comprising:measuring a spinal column and leg length of a person using a digital camera by taking images along multiple data points;receiving in a computer the images taken in the measuring step,analyzing the images using software installed on the computer to determine length of the spinal column and legs and the curvature of the spinal column; andtransmitting results of the analysis to a health care professional for diagnosis.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the step of analyzing creates a digital image of the spinal column from the images taken with the digital camera.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the step of transmitting includes transmitting the results via a transmission over the internet.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein additional photographs are taken in the measurement step in order to determine additional anatomical measurements of the person claim 1 , the additional measurements including foot size.5. A method for determining a skeletal abnormality claim 1 , the method comprising:measuring a portion of the skeletal structure of a person using a digital camera by taking images along multiple data points;receiving in a computer the images taken in the measuring step,analyzing the images using software installed on the computer to determine the size and shape of the portion that was measured; andtransmitting results of the analysis to a health ...

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Номер записи: 100