U.S. patent application number 09/996137 was filed with the patent office on 2003-05-29 for 4-e.v.a system.
Invention is credited to Perkinson, Jermaine Derelle.
Application Number | 20030097767 09/996137 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 25542551 |
Filed Date | 2003-05-29 |
United States Patent
Application |
20030097767 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Perkinson, Jermaine
Derelle |
May 29, 2003 |
4-E.V.A system
Abstract
The 4-E.V.A System consists of an articulated 4-E.V.A. Innersole
(35) contoured to the bottom of the foot. The heel of the foot is
held in place by a pre-molded Thermoplastic Heel Cup (40) to keep
the heel in a positioned alignment. This portion of the innersole
is more sturdy and rigid to keep the lateral, medial, and back of
heel in a more stabilized position, helping with injury prevention.
Directly under the bottom of the innersole are 4 Pressure
Impressions (36) (37) (38) (39) each separated by flexible grooves.
These impressions are prestigiously placed based on the impact
zones of the sole of the foot. Located in the medial lateral of the
innersole is an arch protector. The Horizon Arch Guard (34) is made
of cut out patterns of carbon fiber materials that are zigzag
stitched and then dipped in a polymeric resin. The materials are
shaped accordingly, left to harden, and then integrated into the
formation of the innersole's arch development. This arch guard is a
contoured slope wedge integrated within the formation of the
innersole to form an upside down U-shape for a controlled varied
rocking motion evenly distributing pressurized weight. To counter
the weight of force exerted by impact, located under the innersole
are 4 individual air chambers. These air compartments work in
synchrony by pressure being applied. In the forefoot area is an Air
Compression Compartment (22) where air is held until pressure
causes the air to travel to the Forefoot Air Bubble (7).
Pressurization to this area pushes air back into the Air
Compression Compartment (22). This is the same for the Heel Air
Compression Compartment (32) releasing air into the Heel Air Bubble
(14) upon impact pressure. When weight is equal the air cushioning
is evenly distributed over the impact zones, thus giving the wearer
total independent stabilized air cushioning at a stand still.
Inventors: |
Perkinson, Jermaine Derelle;
(Hinesville, GA) |
Correspondence
Address: |
Jermaine Perkinson
Mattie Gibson
P.O. Box 306
Hinesville
GA
31310-0306
US
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Family ID: |
25542551 |
Appl. No.: |
09/996137 |
Filed: |
November 28, 2001 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
36/29 ; 36/25R;
36/30R |
Current CPC
Class: |
A43B 13/20 20130101;
A43B 7/1425 20130101; A43B 7/145 20130101; A43B 7/144 20130101;
A43B 7/1435 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
36/29 ;
36/30.00R; 36/25.00R |
International
Class: |
A43B 013/12 |
Claims
1. A technical innersole device to add cushioned protection to
athletic footwear, comprising: (a) of an underlying said foot
contour shaped thermoplastic innersole with a said integrated
thermoplastic cupped heel, 4 said individual extended foot pressure
based implements with said flex grooves (b) and 4 said individual
mechanized congruent workable interacting air compartments (c) also
with a said carbon fiber cut out pattern with zigzag stitching,
polymeric dipped and integration of said arch guard wrapping under
the said development of innersole's arch development.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS "Not Applicable"
STATEMENT REGARDING FEDARALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT
"Not Applicable"
REFRENCE TO A MICROFICHE APPENDIX "Not applicable"
BACKGROUND
[0001] This invention is in relation to the enhancement of
performance footwear technology. A supply of anatomically correct
cushioning is provided for the vigorous uses of the foot during
different types of activities. This cushioning is stable at an even
weight distribution and built to work precisely at the same time as
your voluntary movements. The deeper the impact the more this
device reacts to the cushioning needed to absorb the shock of
impact. As most injuries occur when there is not adequate
protection of harsh landings and lateral motions during play. This
design works harmoniously with the mechanical involvement of the
foot. The shape of this cushioning device is contoured to the
specification of the sole of the foot for an enhanced fit. Being
that air will always be a formidable sole cushioning device, I've
integrated it into my invention. The air in this design works due
to the prestigious placement of the air compartments. The air is
precisely positioned to the impact zones of athletic shoes thus
transferring it throughout the individual compliant air chambers.
Air reaches each compartment before the placement of the next
voluntary pressure impact giving this next motion an extra
formation of stable air cushioning.
[0002] This design doesn't just work congruently with impact
protection it also works intuitively with the excessive pressure
applied by involuntary movements such as of an arch or a heel.
Restricting involuntary movement helps in preventing over pronate
which could lead to sprain and or stress fracture injuries. To my
knowledge there is not one solely design that incorporates all of
these synchronously, mechanically working coherently with one
another. Giving that one without the other could jeopardize the
wearer during active play, this design incorporates sturdy rigid
construction needed at these precise intervals. The technological
prowess of this invention is not cost-effective due to the
recyclable raw usable materials that can be used in the over all
construction. Thermoplastic and carbon fiber materials are what
make this invention more light weight and yet durable for the most
safe comforting protection. The air in this design is formulated
for the individualistic pressurization of impact cushioning that is
to be tailored to the exact specification of the wearer.
SUMMARY
[0003] This invention consists of a thermoplastic innersole molded
to the contour of the bottom of the foot. Underlying this innersole
are four flex grooves and protruding implements to aid in
flexibility and functionality. There are four individual air
compartments working congruently to this upper innersole. Along
with the formation of the innersole's integrated carbon fiber arch
guard system is an elevated Thermoplastic cupped heel
stabilizer.
[0004] As of the advantages of this invention it provides distinct
air pressurized impact cushioning for more stable protection of
hard landings. The cushion stretches from the forefoot to the heel
giving the wearer complete shock absorbency. With quick reaction
due to individual pressurization of air this safeguards the wearer
at the most precise intervals. The integrated carbon fiber arch
guard protects the lateral movements and has a contoured make up to
help distribute weight equivalently. The heel stabilizer is cupped
to cradle the heel and give appropriate heel alignment for injury
prevention.
DRAWING FIGURES
[0005] Pg.1
[0006] FIG. 1--shows the top view of the forefoot air bubble
[0007] FIG. 1-A--shows the three dimensional view of forefoot air
bubble
[0008] FIG. 2--shows the top view of the heel air bubble
[0009] FIG. 2-A--shows the three dimensional view of the heel air
bubble
[0010] FIG. 3--is the intricate mechanics on the inside of the air
bubble
[0011] FIG. 4--shows the lateral view tore away to see inside of
the air bubble
[0012] FIG. 4-A--shows the extended and regular lateral view of the
air bubble
[0013] Pg.2
[0014] FIG. 5--shows the top view of the forefoot air compression
compartment
[0015] FIG. 5-A--shows the lateral view of the forefoot air
compression compartment
[0016] FIG. 5-B--shows the three dimensional view of the forefoot
air compression compartment
[0017] FIG. 6--shows the top view of heel air compression
compartment
[0018] FIG. 6-A--shows the lateral view of the heel air compression
compartment
[0019] FIG. 6-B--shows the three dimensional view of the heel air
compression compartment
[0020] FIG. 7--is a close up lateral view of the mechanics of the
air compression compartment
[0021] Pg.3
[0022] FIG. 8--is the lateral view of an uncompressed air
compression compartment
[0023] FIG. 8-A--is the lateral view of an air compression
compartment being compressed
[0024] FIG. 8-B--is the lateral view of an air compression
compartment's mechanics when being compressed
[0025] FIG. 9--shows the lateral and three dimensional of a
compressed air compression compartment injecting air into the air
bubble
[0026] FIG. 10--is the lateral view of the inside mechanics of the
air bubble
[0027] FIG. 10-A--is the lateral view of the inside mechanics of
the air bubble when compressed
[0028] FIG. 11--is a lateral view of the air bubble and air
compression compartment
[0029] Pg.4
[0030] FIG. 12--is a lateral view of the whole system
[0031] FIG. 13--shows the bottom view of the innersole
[0032] FIG. 14--is an up close view of lateral arch guard
[0033] FIG. 15--shows the lateral view of the innersole to better
see flex grooves and implements
[0034] FIG. 16--shows the lateral view of the innersole and all 4
air chambers
[0035] FIG. 17--is a closer view of the heel cup stabilizer
[0036] FIG. 18--shows the bottom view of all 4 air chambers in
perspective to the bottom view of the innersole
[0037] FIG. 19--is a close view of the air regulator out coming
[0038] FIG. 20--is a close view of the air regulator in coming
REFERENCE NUMERALS
[0039] FIG. 1-FIG. 4
[0040] 1. Inner Tube Latch--keeps air from entering the other side
of the tube canal (1., 12.)
[0041] 2. Air Regulators--regulates the amount of air injected by
weight of pressure exerted (2., 15.)
[0042] 3. Outflow Tube--compressed air travels out through these
tubes (3., 16.)
[0043] 4. Inflow Tube--compressed air travels in through these
tubes (4., 9.)
[0044] 5. Tube Canal--the passage way in which air travels back and
forth (5., 13.)
[0045] 6. Wall Divisor--separates air within the air bubble and the
air traveling throughout the tube canal (6., 11.)
[0046] 7. Air Bubble--the place air is stored upon release through
compression (7., 14.)
[0047] 8. Bubble Retainer--strengthen fiber woven together
interlocking to keep the bubble in a tighter more secure
perspective (8., 10.)
[0048] FIG. 5-FIG. 7
[0049] 1. Compression Outflow Tube--compressed air is sent out
through these tubes (17., 28.)
[0050] 2. Compression Inflow Tube--compressed air is sent in
through these tubes (18., 29.)
[0051] 3. Wall Opening--a breakaway in the wall divisor for air to
be released (19., 31.) (indicated by triangle symbols)
[0052] 4. Cantilever Spheres--mechanical spheres supported at both
ends that extracts and retracts (20., 30.)
[0053] 5. Compression Inner Tube Latch--keeps air from entering the
other side of the tube canal (21.)
[0054] 6. Air Compression Compartment--where air is held upon
compression (22., 32.)
[0055] 7. Inner Wall--the wall the cantilever sphere pushes against
to reveal the wall opening (23., 33.)
[0056] 8. Outer Wall--a wall with breakaway points that separates
the inner air chamber and the tube canal (24., 27.)
[0057] 9. C.C. Tube Canal--the passage way in which air travels
back and forth through upon return or departure (25., 26.)
[0058] FIG. 12-FIG. 18
[0059] 1. "Horizon" Arch Guard--carbon fiber material with
formidable stitch pattern dipped in a polymeric resin to
re-strengthen and integrated in the innersole's arch development
(34.)
[0060] 2. 4-E.V.A Innersole--lightweight thermoplastic and carbon
fiber materials contoured to the foot, molded with flex grooves to
work in compliance with the weight of impact pressure (35.)
[0061] 3. Toe Mold--molded to flex and conform to the compression
of the forefoot against the pressurization of the air bubble
(36.)
[0062] 4. Forefoot Compression Mold--formulates weight and helps in
compressing the forefoot air compression compartment (37.)
[0063] 5. Heel Compression Mold--formulates weight and helps in
compressing the heel air compression compartment (38.)
[0064] 6. Heel Mold--molded to flex in compliance of the heel's
weight impact pressure (39.)
[0065] 7. Thermoplastic Heel Cup--strengthen thermoplastic heel cup
to be renitent supporting the heel's formation giving the needed
stability (40.)
[0066] Description
[0067] The structure of the 4-E.V.A Innersole (35.) is made of
thermoplastic for a molded contoured shape of the sole of the foot.
The air compartments residing under this innersole are made of a
sturdy, lightweight, and translucent plastic with a light polymeric
solution coating to renitent the air compartment's casing. These
air compartments are located right below the formation of the
innersole's foot implements 4 mm away for a quicker pressurization
response. The whole entire unit should be encased within a blown
rubber compound for added cushioning protection and to keep the
mechanism stable through and through out the ride. This compound
should be durable yet have properties for a lighter finish to keep
the most intricate parts of the innersole in a working fashion to
safeguard the wearer as much as possible for injury prone
prevention. The Thermoplastic Heel Cup (40) is contoured molded and
dipped to be durable for deep lateral movements keeping the heel in
a more perspective hold. The Horizon Arch Guard (34.) is a carbon
fiber material with two patterns cut into the same shapes and then
stitched together. This stitch pattern is a unique zigzag pattern
that starts from the bottom of the material then spreads out as it
reaches the top. This is to strengthen the lower part where as it
will be integrated within the medial lateral position of the
4-E.V.A Innersole (35.). It then flares out to strengthen the
higher extremities, giving a more durable hold over its
circumference. This object is then dipped in a polymeric solution
and shaped according to its use and left to harden upon further
use. After this is done it is then integrated within the making of
the innersole.
[0068] Operation
[0069] The 4-E.V.A Innersole FIG. 15 has 4 bottom implements that
extend 4 mm away from the bottom of this innersole. There are
grooves cut within this thermoplastic innersole for flexibility.
With every step of the foot's impression the grooves of the
innersole give way in compliance with the 4 different air
compartments. As weight pushes down on the individual sections of
the innersole the foot implements applies pressure against the air
compartments causing a transformation of air. In FIG. 8--22 air is
held in the compression compartment until impact pressure FIG.
8-B--22 of the first distribution of weight. The pressure exerted
pushes the Cantilevered Sphere FIG. 7--20 in a downward motion
driving it into a groove between the Inner Walls FIG. 8-B--20
causing the walls to move congruently behind the adjacent wall FIG.
8-B--23 revealing the Wall Opening FIG. 8-A--19 releasing
pressurized air. Pressurized air is then released into the C.C.
Tube Canal FIG. 5--25 forcing air current through the Out Flow tube
FIG. 5--17 in through the Inflow Tube FIG. 1--4 to the Tube Canal
FIG. 1--5. Entering through the Air Regulators FIG. 1--2 (a)
(FIG.-20) air is forced into the Air Bubble FIG. 1--7. The space of
the Air Bubble FIG. 1--7 is maximized by interjection of air
filling up its chambers. The Air Bubble is swollen cushioning this
part of the sole keeping it in perspective by the Bubble Retainers
FIG. 3--8 maintaining the space of the bubble from being over
blown. Giving a quicker response by bringing the bubble back to its
original formation. As the stride of the forefoot strikes the
4-E.V.A Innersole FIG. 13--36 with force exerted pressure is
applied to this area. The pressurization of the Air Bubble FIG.
1--7 forces air out through the Air Regulators FIG. 1--2 into the
Tube Canal FIG. 1--5 filling that space through out to the Inner
Tube Latch FIG. 1--1. That air is forced in the opposite direction
of the latch and pushing the compressed air into the Out Flow Tube
FIG. 1--3 and out through the Compression Inflow Tube FIG. 5--18.
Air is then formulated into the C.C. Tube Canal FIG. 5--25 and
pushed through the openings of the Inner Wall FIG. 5--19. Air is
now processed in the Air Compression Compartment FIG. 5--22 filling
this compartment with a maximum amount of air. With the formation
of the Horizon Arch Guard FIG. 12--34 that works like a sloped
wedge in between the two air compartments. This sloped wedge gives
the 4-E.V.A Innersole FIG. 13--35 a fixated rocking motion that
distributes the weight for personalized cushioning to the forefoot
or to the heel. At the back of this innersole is an elevated
reinforced Thermoplastic Heel Cup FIG. 17--40 that wraps the
formation of the heel keeping it aligned in a safeguard position
upon various activities.
[0070] Conclusion
[0071] The true advantage of this invention is for the athletes who
participate in a variety of exercises, vigorous play, and other
physical activities involving the use of the feet. The core of this
invention has the wearer in mind and its specifications are
utilized to help in physical activities where in there is a need
for safeguard stabilization and impact cushioning. Due to the
strenuous efforts placed on athletes and the harm of certain
injuries because of this, my invention is constructed to help in
prevention with these injuries. There are many injuries that are
caused by impact landings that fracture ligaments or cause stress
to the foot that's why there is a need for impact cushion
prestigiously placed according to specific impact zones to react as
soon as pressure is exerted. There is also a need to keep the foot
in a better perspective during deeper lateral movements. This
design is made for this exact reason to keep more pressure away
from the stress applied during over prone. Even as this mechanical
sole is a marketable safeguarding invention it still needs to be
integrated within the sole of a shoe with a rigid frame that is
able to technologically fuse this mechanism with the make of its
shoe. Knowing the way the shoe industry has better materials now
than ever to work with, this will add to the value of this concept.
This invention can be marketed as the innovation that keeps the
wearer or athlete stabilized by cushion 4-E.V.A.
[0072] The 4-E.V.A System (4 individual Energy Valve Assertion
System)
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