U.S. patent application number 16/579819 was filed with the patent office on 2021-03-25 for customisable shoes.
The applicant listed for this patent is Philip Thompson. Invention is credited to Philip Thompson.
Application Number | 20210085015 16/579819 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 1000004437255 |
Filed Date | 2021-03-25 |
United States Patent
Application |
20210085015 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Thompson; Philip |
March 25, 2021 |
Customisable Shoes
Abstract
To allow user customisation, this shoe invention provides; 1.
Interchangeable components of the shoe as shown in FIG. 1. The Shoe
Sole (13) and the Shoe Upper (10). 2. Adjustable Nose Cone device,
"the raiser" (14), as shown in FIG. 6. Provides further
customisation allowing the Nose Cone (15) of the Shoe to be
adjustable. The interchangeable Shoe design and adjustable Nose
Cone device described in this patent allows users to achieve
interchangeability and customisation without eliminating
functionality. 1. The interchangeable Shoe design, as shown in FIG.
1. Comprises of the Shoe Sole (13) and the Shoe Upper (10). Both
Components are joined together in an independent and
interchangeable way by means of two layers of hook and loop
material strips affixed to the respective components i.e. the Shoe
Sole (13) and the Shoe Upper (10). 2. The adjustable Nose Cone (15)
as shown in FIG. 1. comprises of a device called, "the raiser"
(14). FIG. 6. Provides further details and views of "the raiser".
This device is solely responsible for the Nose Cone (15)
adjustment.
Inventors: |
Thompson; Philip; (Auckland,
NZ) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Thompson; Philip |
Auckland |
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NZ |
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Family ID: |
1000004437255 |
Appl. No.: |
16/579819 |
Filed: |
September 23, 2019 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
1/1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A43B 23/0245 20130101;
A43B 3/244 20130101; A43B 13/36 20130101 |
International
Class: |
A43B 3/24 20060101
A43B003/24; A43B 23/02 20060101 A43B023/02; A43B 13/36 20060101
A43B013/36 |
Claims
1. A customisable shoe with interchangeable Shoe uppers and Shoe
Soles that comprise of: A complete shoe that covers the foot as an
orthodox shoe however both the Shoe Uppers (10) and Shoe Soles (13)
may be interchanged independently by means of attachable/detachable
Hook and Loop material strips (11,12) affixed to both the Shoe
Uppers (10) and Shoe Soles (13) in such a way that the joint is
hidden from view and doesn't affect the aesthetic look of the
shoe.
2. The interchangeable Shoe system of claim 1 wherein the
connecting means in an embodiment are Hook and Loop Strips stitched
onto their respective components i.e. Shoe upper (10) and shoe sole
(13).
3. The customisable Shoe of claim 1 wherein the adjustable Nose of
the Shoe in the embodiment is made possible by a device called "the
raiser" (14) installed or absent from the Shoe Soles (13).
Description
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] Not applicable
STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT
[0002] The invention's research and development was not federally
sponsored.
SEQUENCE LISTING
[0003] Not applicable.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Inventions
[0004] The present inventions relate generally to footwear and more
particularly, to a unique customisable shoe that: [0005] 1. Has
interchangeable shoe uppers and shoe soles that are
attached/detached by hook and loop material Strips stitched onto
there a joining components. [0006] 2. Has a device "the raiser"
which is solely responsible for the adjustment of the shoes nose,
referred to as "the nose cone".
2. Description of the Related Art
[0007] Customisable shoes with interchangeable components that use
interchangeable shoe uppers and shoe soles have repeatedly appeared
in the art of shoe making. Generally, these shoes include a zipper
that allows the shoe upper to be securely connected to the shoe
sole. Additionally, many of these shoes allow a user the ability to
change the shoe uppers and or shoe soles.
[0008] Customisable shoes with Interchangeable components are
beneficial as they allow the user to customize their shoes
according to a variety of designs, styles, fabrics, and colors. The
user can showcase there originality through there footwear as well
as distinguish there pair of shoes from another pair. Additionally,
users can utilize different tops or soles for various purposes. For
instance, a user can opt to wear a certain colored top or sole in
order to match a certain outfit.
[0009] Customisable shoes with Interchangeable components are also
beneficial as they allow the user to replace a use part of the shoe
with a newer edition. Generally, the sole of the shoe becomes more
tattered than the shoe upper (top) due to constant impact from
movement. A normal shoe in today's market must be discarded in its
entirety once the sole becomes worn out, even if the top is in good
condition. However, this is not the case with customisable shoes
with interchangeable parts as they allow the user to save the top
and simply replace the sole, or vice versa.
[0010] Previous attempts have been made to create a customisable
shoe that allows the user to interconnect and interchange the shoe
uppers and the shoe soles. However, a successful interchangeable
shoe system has yet to be seen in today's market that provides the
user with the appropriate durability and strength needed upon
movement. Additionally, there has not been an interchangeable shoe
in today's market that removes the discomfort on a user's foot from
the zipper that is used to interconnect the shoe uppers to the shoe
soles. Further customisation is achieved by providing a shoe that
allows the user to adjust the nose cone of the shoe.
[0011] Therefore, there is need in the art for a customisable shoe
that provides the user the ability to adjust the nose cone on their
shoes and interchange the shoe uppers and shoe soles providing
strength, durability, and endurance needed for casual or athletic
movement without the loss of functionality. Further, there is need
in the art for a customisable shoe that relieves the user of the
discomfort that is created from the use of a zipper as the means
for interconnection between the shoe upper and shoe sole. Further,
there is need in the art for a customisable shoe that allows the
user to quickly change the aesthetic appearance or functionality of
the shoe upper and shoe sole while maintaining the strength needed
to keep the upper unit and sole connected during movement. Further
there is need in the art for the ability for a user to customise
the look of the shoe nose through adjustment.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0012] In accordance with an embodiment, a customisable shoe is
provided that is comprised of an interchangeable shoe upper, shoe
sole and an adjustable nose cone. The completed shoe can be defined
as an orthodox shoe in today's market, such as: sneakers, athletic
shoes, slip-ons, and other types of shoes known in the art. The
interchangeable shoe components of this customisable shoe is the
shoe upper and shoe sole that attach and detach from each other by
means of hook and loop material strips. The adjustable nose is made
possible with a device called "the raiser".
[0013] The completed customised shoe along with its interchangeable
shoe components comprising the shoe upper and shoe sole are held
together with hook and loop material strips. The hook and loop
strips are stitched to their respective components. The adjustable
nose cone is raised when the device "the raiser" is installed in
the front shoe sole. Removing the device "the raiser" will lower
the shoe's nose returning it to its default position.
[0014] The hook and loop material strips on both the shoe uppers
and shoe soles are stitched around the outer lower periphery of
these components and are aligned to fit together precisely when
these components are paired. The aesthetic look of the pairing is
important and as such there is no seam seen.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0015] The features of the inventions disclosed herein are
described below with reference to the drawings of the preferred
embodiments. The illustrated embodiments are intended to
illustrate, but not to limit the inventions. The drawings contain
the following figures:
[0016] FIG. 1. is a Side View of the Customisable shoe, according
to an embodiment, including view of the raised nose cone (15) ("the
raiser" (14) installed) and a completed shoe unit.
[0017] FIG. 2. is a Side View of the Customisable shoe showing the
lowered nose cone ("the raiser" (14) not installed) according to
the embodiment.
[0018] FIG. 3. is a Side View of the interchangeable Shoe Upper
component, showing the hook and loop material strip (12) stitched
to the lower outer perimeter of the Shoe Upper (10) according to
the embodiment.
[0019] FIG. 4. is a Top View the Customisable Shoe of FIG. 1.
[0020] FIG. 5. is a Top View of the Shoe Sole (13). Showing the
hook and loop material strip (11) stitched to the inner perimeter
of the Shoe Sole (13).
[0021] FIG. 6. is Detailed Views of "the raiser" (14).
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0022] Following embodiments are depicted along with figures for
reference. A customisable shoe Design as shown in FIG. 1 comprises
of a shoe upper (10), the shoe sole (13) and the Nose cone (15),
located at the front section of the shoe. FIG. 5 shows "the raiser"
(14) installed in the front of the Shoe Sole (13). FIG. 3 shows the
attachable/detachable shoe upper strip (12), stitched around the
lower outer perimeter of the shoe upper (10). FIG. 5 shows the
Attachable/detachable shoe sole strip (11), stitched around the
inner perimeter of the shoe sole (13). FIG. 9 shows detail views of
"the raiser" (14).
[0023] The customisable Shoe design as shown in FIG. 1 comprises of
the shoe sole (13), and the shoe upper (10). Both Components are
joined together in an interchangeable form by means of two layers
of hook and loop material strips affixed to their respect
components. Shown in FIG. 5 the first continuous layer of hook and
loop material (11) is stitched to the shoe soles (13) inner
perimeter. The second continuous layer of hook and loop material
(12) is stitched to the lower outer perimeter of the shoe upper
(10) as shown in FIG. 3.
[0024] The joining together of the Shoe upper (10) which sits
inside the shoe sole (13) and then alignment of the
attachment/detachment strips (11) and (12) made such that they lit
together precisely and presents the completed Shoe as shown in FIG.
1., FIG. 2. and FIG. 4.
[0025] The aesthetic look of the shoe is important and therefore
the attachment/detachment strips are hidden from view residing in
the lower inner pad of the Shoe Soles (13). There should be no
distinguishing features that aesthetically show this Customised
Shoe to be any different from a traditional Shoe where the Shoe
Upper is stitched or glued to the Shoe Soles.
[0026] The adjustable nose cone (15) is raised and lowered by a
device called "the raiser" (14). "The Raiser" as shown in FIG. 6.
is a device made from hard foam and is shaped to fit into the front
end of the Shoe Sole (13) as shown in FIG. 5. When "the raiser"
(14) is inserted into the front part of the shoe sole (13), it
lifts the shoe upper (10) and therefore lifts the nose cone (15) as
shown in FIG. 1. If "the raiser" (14) is removed from the shoe sole
(13) the nose cone (15) of the shoe is lowered to its default
position as shown in FIG. 2.
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