Patent application title: The Futrell Swivel
Inventors:
Hermon L. Futrell (Aurora, CO, US)
IPC8 Class: AA43B1314FI
USPC Class:
36 25 R
Class name: Boots, shoes, and leggings soles
Publication date: 2014-04-10
Patent application number: 20140096417
Abstract:
The Swivel is a 3'' ball-bearing rotation system, which is fitted in the
ball of a shoe, between the sole and insole. This allows the planted foot
to turn freely.Claims:
1. The purpose of the swivel is relieve stress on the ankle and the knee,
allowing the planted foot to turn freely, as the upper body turns from
left to right. Taking a blow in a fixed position implies no way to
dissipate the energy, and damage ensues. Older people tend to fall when
there is no ability to shift a force that will take them to the ground.Description:
[0001] The Swivel is a 3 inch Lazy Susan, which is a ball bearing rotation
system. This bearing has a weight capacity of 200 pounds, and is rust
resistant because of the zinc plated bracket and it's weight is 3 oz. The
bearing is a turntable put into the front of a shoe under the ball of the
foot.
[0002] This substitute specification contains no new matter.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING
[0003] FIG. 1 Illustrates a cross section perspective elevation view of the swivel, which is a ball bearing rotation system.
[0004] FIG. 2 Illustrates a plan view of the swivel
[0005] FIG. 3 Illustrates a side elevation view of the swivel
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