US3934359A
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Reinforcing elements for shoe soles and heels
Assignee: Lawrence Peska Associates Inc
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Filing: 1974-08-19
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Granted: 1976-01-27
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Expires: 1994-08-19
Abstract
Abstract Reinforcing elements for shoe soles and heels, wherein the reinforcing elements are detachably mounted in a spaced configuration to the bottom base of the shoe sole or heel. The reinforcing elements extend the life of the sole or heel, as well as reduce heat build up within the shoe by providing an air cushion beneath the shoe sole.
Inventors
- 👤 John Fletcher
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 03:40
CPC Classifications
A; A43; A43C; A43C13/00; A43C13/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
140 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements adapted to be affixed to a sole and a heel of a shoe for providing protection to said sole and heel, and providing a means for walking easily in a soft area, which comprises: a. a toe positioned sole reinforcement element affixed onto a toe portion of said sole; b. a heel reinforcing element fitted into a cut out segment of said heel c. a pair of center sole reinforcing elements, one of said pair of said center sole reinforcing elements mounted transversely across said sole just forwardly of a bend area of said sole, the other of said pair of said center sole reinforcing elements mounted transversely across said sole just rearwardly of said bend area of said sole, each said center sole reinforcing element having a rectangular box shaped with a rocker shaped
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
140 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements adapted to be affixed to a sole and a heel of a shoe for providing protection to said sole and heel, and providing a means for walking easily in a soft area, which comprises: a. a toe positioned sole reinforcement element affixed onto a toe portion of said sole; b. a heel reinforcing element fitted into a cut out segment of said heel c. a pair of center sole reinforcing elements, one of said pair of said center sole reinforcing elements mounted transversely across said sole just forwardly of a bend area of said sole, the other of said pair of said center sole reinforcing elements mounted transversely across said sole just rearwardly of said bend area of said sole, each said center sole reinforcing element having a rectangular box shaped with a rocker shaped
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
11 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements according to claim 1, wherein said
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
11 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements according to claim 2, wherein said
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
11 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements according to claim 2, wherein said
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements according to claim 1, wherein the composition of each said reinforcing element is selected from the group
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements according to claim 1, wherein each said reinforcing element is joined to said sole or heel by adhesive means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
24 words
A plurality of reinforcing elements according to claim 1, wherein each said reinforcing element is joined to said sole or heel by nail means.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-01-26 | 1979-07-28 | 1980-01-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-01-26 | 1983-07-28 | 1984-01-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-01-26 | 1987-07-28 | 1988-01-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |