Shoelace protector assembly
US11758980B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 20, 2021 |
| Grant date | Sep 19, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43C9/02
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A shoelace protector assembly for protecting an aglet on a shoelace includes a first housing that has a first slot integrated into the first housing to insertably receive an aglet on a shoelace. A hinge is hingedly coupled to the first housing, and the hinge is biased into an open position. A second housing is provided, and a second slot is integrated into the second housing. The second housing is coupled to the hinge, such that the second housing is hingedly retained on the first housing. The second housing is positionable in a closed position, having the second slot and the first slot form a well to enclose the aglet of the shoelace.
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