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  Composite shoe padUSPTO Application #: 20060053660Title: Composite shoe pad Abstract: An apparatus for the sole of a shoe includes a first portion constructed of a first material and a second portion secured to the first portion. The first portion provides improved absorbing of impact energy. The second portion is constructed of a second material. The second material has a greater co-efficient of friction than the first material. (end of abstract) Agent: Harness, Dickey & Pierce, P.L.C - Bloomfield Hills, MI, US Inventor: Kelli L. Lewton USPTO Applicaton #: 20060053660 - Class: 03605900R (USPTO) The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060053660. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/609,804 filed Sep. 14, 2004, which application is herein expressly incorporated by reference. FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] The present invention generally relates to shoe wear. More particularly, the present invention relates to an apparatus for the sole of a shoe that provides both improved comfort and improved traction. While not limited thereto, in one particular embodiment, the present invention provides a composite shoe pad constructed of a first material for improved absorbing of impact energy and a second material for improved traction. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003] A number of shoe accessories have been heretofore proposed for either increasing the shoe's capability to absorb energy or increasing the shoe's traction. [0004] U.S. Pat. No. 237,529 discloses a frictional attachment for the soles of boots and shoes. The frictional attachment includes a sheet of cloth, leather, strong paper, or the like which is shaped for the bottom of a boot or shoe. On one side, the material includes a cement coating for attachment to the shoe or boot. On the other side, the material includes a frictional coating to prevent slipping on icy surfaces. [0005] U.S. Pat. No. 1,350,839 discloses a non-slippable sole. In one embodiment, the sole includes an oval shaped non-slippable element. In another embodiment, the sole includes a number of buttons or tablets of abrasive material that are attached to a piece of leather. [0006] U.S. Pat. No. 1,716,790 discloses an anti-slipping device for a shoe. The device includes a thick sheet of felt shaped to conform to the outline of the sole of the shoe. [0007] U.S. Pat. No. 1,747,603 discloses a shoe pad. The pad is an anti-slipping pad for use on the exterior of the sole of the shoe. The pad includes a rubber disk with adhesive material on one side and burlap on the other side to provide anti-slipping surface for the disk. [0008] U.S. Pat. No. 2,732,065 discloses a non-skid tape for attachment to the sole of a shoe. The tape provides additional traction for the shoe. [0009] U.S. Pat. No. 3,027,661 discloses a shoe sole construction. The sole includes a removable insert that attaches with a hook and loop type material. [0010] U.S. Pat. No. 3,099,885 discloses an anti-slipping device for boots. The device includes a bottom layer of felt and an intermediate layer of rubber. The device is cemented to the sole of a boot. [0011] U.S. Pat. No. 3,195,244 discloses a sole construction particularly for bowling shoes. The sole construction provides a substantially uniform co-efficient of friction which is lower than the co-efficient of friction of the normal sole. [0012] U.S. Pat. No. 3,672,077 discloses a shoe construction including a shoe sole having a plurality of apertures. A cleat is removably attached at each aperture and is formed of a material having a predetermined traction characteristic. [0013] U.S. Pat. No. 4,658,516 discloses a tap sole construction. The construction includes a thermally moldable material which is secured in a cut out region of the shoe sole. [0014] U.S. Pat. No. 4,924,608 discloses a safety footwear with a replaceable shoe pad. The safety shoe is for use on slippery surfaces and includes a flexible sole pad of non-woven synthetic fibrous material. [0015] U.S. Pat. No. 6,571,491 discloses a shoe having a fabric outsole. The sole includes a shaped fabric member formed of a fabric sheet material. [0016] While the various shoe accessories heretofore proposed, including but not limited to those discussed above, have satisfied particular criteria, a need for continuous improvement in the pertinent remains. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0017] In one particular form, the present invention provides an apparatus for the sole of the shoe. The apparatus includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is constructed of a first material and provides improved absorbing of impact energy. The second portion is secured to the first portion and is constructed of a second material. The second material has a greater co-efficient of friction than the first material. [0018] Further areas of applicability of the present invention will become apparent from the detailed description provided hereinafter. It should be understood that the detailed description and specific examples, while indicating the preferred embodiment of the invention, are intended for purposes of illustration only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0019] The present invention will become more fully understood from the detailed description and the accompanying drawings, wherein: Continue reading... Full patent description for Composite shoe pad Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Composite shoe pad patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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