WO2001035782A1 - Systeme de maintien pour chaussures - Google Patents

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WO2001035782A1
WO2001035782A1 PCT/US2000/031647 US0031647W WO0135782A1 WO 2001035782 A1 WO2001035782 A1 WO 2001035782A1 US 0031647 W US0031647 W US 0031647W WO 0135782 A1 WO0135782 A1 WO 0135782A1
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Brett D. Ritter
Damon R. Butler
Barry Joseph Mcgeough
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Thatcher, Mark
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43C—FASTENINGS OR ATTACHMENTS OF FOOTWEAR; LACES IN GENERAL
    • A43C11/00—Other fastenings specially adapted for shoes
    • A43C11/14—Clamp fastenings, e.g. strap fastenings; Clamp-buckle fastenings; Fastenings with toggle levers
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
    • A43B3/00—Footwear characterised by the shape or the use
    • A43B3/0036—Footwear characterised by the shape or the use characterised by a special shape or design
    • A43B3/0052—X-shaped or cross-shaped
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
    • A43B7/00—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements
    • A43B7/14—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts
    • A43B7/18—Joint supports, e.g. instep supports
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43B—CHARACTERISTIC FEATURES OF FOOTWEAR; PARTS OF FOOTWEAR
    • A43B7/00—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements
    • A43B7/14—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts
    • A43B7/22—Footwear with health or hygienic arrangements with foot-supporting parts with fixed flat-foot insertions, metatarsal supports, ankle flaps or the like
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A43—FOOTWEAR
    • A43C—FASTENINGS OR ATTACHMENTS OF FOOTWEAR; LACES IN GENERAL
    • A43C11/00—Other fastenings specially adapted for shoes

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  • the present invention relates to footwear
  • the present invention is related to strapping systems for securely affixing footwear to a user s foot
  • the present invention comprises a unique strapping configuration for footwear that provides for dynamic fit adjustment while securely and comfortably affixing a sole to a wearer ' s foot.
  • the strapping comprises one or more straps suitably configured to create an adjustable X configuration which crosses over the wearer's instep.
  • the strapping configuration preferably passes through a transverse channel in the midsole of the footwear under the wearer ' s arch.
  • the present invention further comprises closed footwear incorporating the unique strapping configuration that securely fastens the footwear to the user's foot, even during sports or other vigorous activities.
  • the adjustable X configuration instep strap generally has a first end secured to a first side of the heel portion of the footwear, crosses forwardly and transversely over the wearer's instep, passes through a channel in the sole of the footwear at the midfoot, the longitudinal center of the sole, extends rearwardly and transversely back across the wearer's instep (thereby forming an X over the instep), and is adjustably and releasably secured to the second side of the heel portion of the footwear.
  • the channel is angled downwardly from rear to front in the longitudinal direction, parallel to the downward slope of the wearer's instep, so that the strap will lie flat on the wearer's instep and thereby more evenly carry forces that develop between the foot and the sole during sports or other vigorous activities.
  • the X configuration instep strap acts to secure the entire circumference of a wearer's foot to the footwear sole.
  • the strap passes under the wearer's arch through the midfoot channel, and thereby works to secure the entire transverse midfoot portion of the sole to the bottom of the wearer's foot. Further, as the strap passes through the channel it similarly operates to force the sole upward from near its center of gravity.
  • multiple straps may be provided for creating the X configuration, rendering the midfoot channel optional.
  • the straps are secured to the medial and lateral sides of the footwear, again crossing over the instep to provide the X configuration.
  • the present invention encompasses various footwear designs incorporating the aforesaid
  • the footwear of the invention comprises open footwear such as a sandal.
  • the present invention may also include closed footwear, such as hiking boots, skates, basketball shoes, and The like.
  • closed footwear such as hiking boots, skates, basketball shoes, and The like.
  • the term "footwear' is intended to encompass closed footwear such as running and basketball shoes, hiking boots, in-line skates, ice skates, ski boots, snowboard boots, and the like
  • Figure 1 is a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the strapping system of the invention
  • FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the strapping system of the invention
  • Figure 3 is a side elevational view of a running shoe embodiment of the invention incorporating the X-strap of the invention
  • Figure 4 is a side elevational view of a hiking boot embodiment of the invention incorporating the X-strap of the invention
  • Figure 5 is a detailed medial side view of the midfoot channel of the strapping system of the invention
  • Figure 6 is a bottom plan view of the midfoot channel of the strapping system of the invention.
  • Figure 7 is a perspective view of another alternative embodiment of the footwear of the present invention.
  • Figure 8 is a side elevational view of another alternative embodiment of the footwear of the present invention.
  • footwear means footwear of any type, including, but not limited to closed shoes such as shoes, boots, skates and the like
  • the footwear as is conventional, includes a forefoot and heel portion, with a midfoot portion therebetween
  • footwear comprises a strapping configuration that provides for dynamic fit adjustment while securely and comfortably affixing a sole to a wearer's foot.
  • the strapping suitably includes an adjustable X configuration which crosses over the wearer ' s instep, and passes through a transverse channel in the midsole of the footwear under the wearer's arch.
  • a strap 100 with a first end 120 and a second end 130 extending transversely across and forwardly across and over the instep of a wearer ' s foot.
  • Strap 100 may be fabricated from any suitable flexible material having sufficient tensile strength, such as a woven fabric or leather.
  • a preferred strap comprising woven nylon is well known in the art.
  • Fabric weaves may also include reflective material, thereby providing 360° reflectivity for enhanced user safety.
  • a channel 130 is provided through the midfoot portion of a sole of the footwear 105, underlying the user's arch and, as more fully explained below strap 100 passes through the midfoot channel 130, entering at the medial side 140 and emerging at the lateral side 150.
  • strap 100 may be comprised of multiple straps which can render channel 130 optional.
  • strap 100 is comprised of a first strap 210a and a second strap 210b.
  • First and second straps 210a,b have securing ends 220a,b which are attached to footwear 105 on the lateral 150 and medial sides 140 of the footwear 105 where the sole is connected to the upper.
  • securing ends 220a,b are attached by stitching them to the footwear 105, but any similar means such as adhesives, staples and the like may likewise be used.
  • securing ends 200a,b can also be attached elsewhere on the footwear 105 other than where the sole is connected to the upper, such as, for example, directly to the sole, upper itself or midsole.
  • first and second ends 120, 130 of strap 100 then extend in a rearward, transverse direction back across the foot instep passing through pivot loops 160 attached to the footwear 105.
  • Pivot loops 160 preferably comprise "loops " ' of the same material as upper.
  • loops 160 may be comprised of any similar structure, for example rings, hooks and the like and similarly may be comprised of any suitable material such as plastic, metals, nylon and the like.
  • First and second ends 120,130 pass through loops 160 and change direction to cross over the instep of the wearer.
  • loops 160 are suitably connected to footwear 105 using loop connectors 170.
  • Loop connectors 170 are preferably configured as strap-like members with a rear side 115 affixed proximate to a heel 135 of the footwear 105.
  • Preferably rear sides 115 are sewn onto the upper of footwear 105, though rear sides may also be attached with adhesives, staples and the like.
  • a front side 125 of connector 170 suitably retains loop 160 such that loop 160 is positioned so that strap 100 can pass through and cross over the instep of the wearer.
  • first and second ends 120, 130 After passing through loops 160, first and second ends 120, 130 then travel transversely across the instep of a wearer's foot. Strap 100 may thereby be adjustably and removably attached to itself by pulling it through pivot loop 160 to a desired tightness and releasably fixing first and second ends 120,130.
  • strap 100 is affixed to itself with lace loops 180 through which typical shoelaces 190 may pass.
  • Figure 3 shows a running shoe
  • Figure 4 shows a hiking boot using lace loops 180.
  • strap 100 is likewise suitably tightened as well.
  • other means of attaching strap ends 120,130 to tighten and secure strap 100 may also be used.
  • first and second ends 120, 130 may be attached directly to one another through mating female-male connectors, buckles, friction buckles, snaps, shoe laces, or other fasteners known in the art.
  • shoe laces may be removed entirely.
  • strap ends 120, 130 may be affixed to one another using any of the aforementioned means or otherwise, thereby allowing strap 100 to be the sole means for securing the footwear to the foot.
  • one or more toe straps 910 may be suitably provided to provide additional support and/or securement to the forefoot.
  • the X configuration need not be formed by strap 100 itself.
  • Figure 7 is a hiking boot 105 exemplary of using laces 190 to form the X configuration
  • strap 100 suitably widens and accommodate lace loops 710 for laces 190
  • the lace cross the instep of the wearer, and completing the X configuration of strap 100
  • loop rings 160 can be positioned at varying positions on the footwear 105 in accordance with strength, support and securement considerations
  • loops rings 160 are positioned farther back proximate to the heel of hiking boot 105 This positioning can contribute to additional heel support, ankle support and the like
  • loop rings 160 can be positioned higher or lower on the footwear for analogous considerations
  • Figure 5 is an expanded medial side view of the midfoot channel 130 in the sole midfoot region 300 with strap 100 passing through
  • midfoot channel 130 extends across the width of the midfoot region of the sole and is substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the sole
  • the sole midfoot region 300 is comprised of a resilient stiff material so that midfoot channel 130 will not collapse and thereby pinch strap 100 when force is applied downward on the sole midfoot region 300 during use
  • the stiffness and resiliency of sole midfoot region 300 also imparts advantageous strength and torsional rigidity to the sole
  • sole midfoot region 300 is preferably manufactured separate from the softer and more pliable sole and attached thereto with an adhesive or the like Alternative methods of manufacture may be used, such as molding the sole midfoot region 300 integrally with the other portions of the sole as will be described below
  • strap 100 passes through arch channel 130, when it is urged upwards it will act upon the entire cross section of the sole
  • strap 100 when strap 100 is tightened to a desired fit it responds by forcing the entire cross section of the sole arch region upwards from near its center of gravity towards the foot while simultaneously forcing the top and sides of the foot instep downward towards the sole
  • midfoot channel 130 allows strap 100 freedom to respond This allows for strap 100 to maintain its fit across the foot instep and for maintenance of a correspondingly firm responsive, and comfortable fit even du ⁇ ng vigorous activitv
  • Figure 5 shows the preferred forward angle of midfoot channel 130.
  • Channel 130 is angled forward and downward at an angle of 0, roughly parallel to a person's instep. As the respective ends of the X-strap 100 extend upward and over the wearer's instep, this angle will be maintained, causing the surface of strap 100 to lie approximately flat on the sloping instep of the wearer's foot.
  • Angling the channel in a downward and forward longitudinal direction desirably directs the respective ends of strap 100 in a forward and upward direction closely matching a typical forward and upward direction that the sole is pulled by the foot during walking or running. In this manner the angling of channel 130 contributes to maximizing the ability of strap 100 to absorb forces developed during use, and provides for user comfort as strap 100 will tend to lie flat on a wearer's instep.
  • Angle 0 is preferably between 2° and 15°, and most preferably between 3° and 6° measured from a horizontal plane as shown in Figure 5.
  • the present invention encompasses footwear 105 having the aforesaid X-strap.
  • Various features of the invention are equally applicable to open footwear such as sandal and closed footwear such as shoes, boots, skates, and the like, as will be illustrated hereinbelow.
  • Sole midfoot region 49 is preferably fabricated from a resilient and relatively stiff material to provide desirable torsional rigidity to the softer and more pliable sole 51.
  • the stiff and relatively rigid construction of midfoot region, or shank 49 provides support to the arch region of a wearer's foot. Advantages related to torsional rigidity and arch region support will be discussed in greater detail below in association with additional embodiments of the invention.
  • sole midfoot region 49 is comprised of a resilient plastic material while sole 51 is comprised of a softer, more pliable material
  • sole midfoot region 49 is preferably manufactured separate from sole 51 and then affixed thereto using adhesives or the like.
  • Midfoot region 49 need not necessarily be prepared separately from sole 51 and attached thereto; it may also be integral with sole 51.
  • Sole 51 is constructed as generally known in the art, and may, for example, be comprised of a relatively tough and wear resistant outsole, and a softer and more cushioned midsole. A soft insole or footbed for contact with the wearer's foot may be adhered to the upper surface of the sole.
  • the term "sole” refers to the structural sole of the footwear 105, and includes a unitary sole, an outsole and/or midsole, but does not encompass an insole.
  • Sole 51 is preferably molded or ethylene vinyl acetate.
  • channel 47 will not collapse and pinch strap 41 while the footwear 105 is in use. Strap 41 will thereby move freely through channel 47. As discussed previously, movement of strap 41 during use is most desirable to provide for a secure, dynamic, and self-adjusting fit.
  • channel 47 is also angled forward and downward from the horizontal to provide the advantages discussed earlier, including maximizing user comfort and absorbing forces developed during walking and running.
  • the X-strap of the invention may likewise prove advantageous for use with other types of footwear 105.
  • the X-strap of the invention will be useful in any application where a snug, responsive, and dynamic fit between foot and footwear 105 is desired.
  • the X-strap may be incorporated in athletic footwear 105, hiking footwear 105, ski boots, snowboard boots, ice skates, and in-line roller skates.
  • Figure 3 illustrates a side elevational view of a running shoe
  • Figure 4 illustrates a hiking boot incorporating the X-strap of the invention.
  • the X-strap of the invention is configured consistently on both the running shoe of Figure 3 and the hiking boot of Figure 4, description of the two footwear 105 embodiments can be made using common element references.
  • Running shoe and hiking boot 105 generally comprise sole 402, upper 404, tongue 406, and lacing 190.
  • Substantially rigid shank 300 has channel 130- extending transversely therethrough, as generally described above.
  • a first portion 213 of an instep strap passes through channel 130, and emerges on a first side of the footwear 105.
  • a second portion 214 of the instep strap passes into upper 404 through a passage 216 therein, extends within upper 404, and exits upper 404 to pass over tongue 406.
  • the second strap portion 214 is then adjustably connected to a second side of the heel portion of the footwear 105.
  • a third portion 215 of the instep strap extends out of the second side of channel 130 (not illustrated), passes over tongue 406, and is adjustably connected to the first side of the heel portion of the footwear 105 by connector 170. Strap second portion 214 and third portion 215 thereby form an X configuration over tongue 406. As illustrated in Figures 3 and 4, strap third portion 215 passes under upper 404 and exits therefrom at passage 218. Strap third portion 215 is connected to the sole heel portion by loop connector 120, which is in turn connected to the heel portion of sole 202 by fabric piece 224. Strap third portion 215 is adjustably fastened by shoe lace 208 passing through lace eyelet 180.
  • the instep strap need not pass over tongue 206, but may also pass beneath it or within a passage provided therein.
  • the instep strap need not pass into upper 404 at passages 216 and 218, but may lie over or under upper 404. Should the instep strap pass into upper 404 as illustrated, fabric or plastic passages may be provided within upper 404 generally along the dashed paths of Figures 3 and 4. Further, footwear 105 embodiments of the invention are possible that will incorporate the instep strap residing completely within a footwear 105 upper.

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La présente invention concerne un système de maintien pour chaussures destiné à des chaussures fermées, présentant une bride (100) ayant une configuration formant un X en travers du cou-de-pied de la personne portant la chaussure. La bride de cou-de-pied à configuration en X (100) sert à maintenir sur la semelle de la chaussure, toute la circonférence du pieds de la personne portant la chaussure. De plus, la bride de cou-de-pied à configuration en X (100) permet la contraction et l'expansion de la cheville lorsque le tendon principal du pieds, qui se déplace vers le bas de l'avant de la jambe et en travers du cou-de-pied, est tendu et relâché de manière cyclique durant la marche et la course. La bride en X (100) peut éventuellement se déplacer à travers un canal (130) se trouvant dans la semelle afin de permettre le réajustement de la bride durant l'activité.
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