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Shoe insole

US4642912A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 2, 1984
Grant dateFeb 17, 1987
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/249981
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A shoe insole having superior cushioning and comfort, good resistance to buckling, and excellent retention of cushioning properties after wear. The insole consists of three layers: PA0 (a) a bottom layer having compressive strength of at least 0.3 kg/cm.sup.2 at 40% strain, PA0 (b) an intermediate layer having less compressive strength at 40% strain than the bottom layer, and PA0 (c) a top layer constructed of fabric. The three layers are laminated together and shaped to fit inside of an article of footwear.

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