Article for providing protection to an appendage from infectious agents and method of manufacturing same
a technology of infectious agents and protective clothing, which is applied in the direction of clothing making clothing, soles, handkerchiefs, etc., can solve the problems of bacterial and viral diseases, disapproval for many people walking barefoot on the carpet, etc., and achieve the effect of preventing slipping and promoting traction
Inactive Publication Date: 2015-06-25
CAMMEYER ADRIA
View PDF3 Cites 1 Cited by
- Summary
- Abstract
- Description
- Claims
- Application Information
AI Technical Summary
Benefits of technology
This patent describes a system, method, and article of manufacture that aims to make products like airports, gyms, hotels, and stores more sanitary and comfortable for customers. This is achieved through the use of a disposable foot cover with perforations and ridges on the bottom surface to aid in air flow, breathability, and traction on smooth surfaces. Overall, the patent aims to offer a solution for creating a safer and more comfortable experience for customers.
Problems solved by technology
However, the hands are not the only unprotected portion of the body that can contact various sources of infections.
It is very distasteful for many people to walk barefoot on the carpet in a hotel room that has been visited by a multitude of people.
This also puts a person at risk for bacterial and viral diseases.
Method used
the structure of the environmentally friendly knitted fabric provided by the present invention; figure 2 Flow chart of the yarn wrapping machine for environmentally friendly knitted fabrics and storage devices; image 3 Is the parameter map of the yarn covering machine
View moreImage
Smart Image Click on the blue labels to locate them in the text.
Smart ImageViewing Examples
Examples
Experimental program
Comparison scheme
Effect test
Embodiment Construction
[0030]The present invention is directed to a system, method, and article of manufacture for protecting feet. In particular, the present invention is directed to a disposable foot cover (also called protective foot apparel). The foot cover may be composed of a suitable biologically impermeable layer, such as nitrile butadiene rubber (trade names Nipol®, Krynac®, and Europrene®), latex, or other such material, as discussed in greater detail below. The disposable foot cover / liner / bootie facilitates the protection of feet from various foot infections such as athlete's foot, fungal toenails, bacterial and viral diseases to which patrons are exposed when they are expected to remove their shoes in various circumstances. The disposable foot covers are capable of being worn over socks or on bare feet prior to the addition of shoes in anticipation of such occasions. In this manner, a user would he prepared in the event they would have to take their shoes off and prefer not to walk directly on...
the structure of the environmentally friendly knitted fabric provided by the present invention; figure 2 Flow chart of the yarn wrapping machine for environmentally friendly knitted fabrics and storage devices; image 3 Is the parameter map of the yarn covering machine
Login to View More PUM
| Property | Measurement | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| thickness | aaaaa | aaaaa |
| shapes | aaaaa | aaaaa |
| sizes | aaaaa | aaaaa |
Login to View More
Abstract
The subject application includes a disposable foot cover that has a body, an open edge, a retention mechanism, and a tab. The body is roughly in the shape of a foot and is made of a compound that has rubber-like properties and is configured to provide a barrier against infectious agents. The open edge is located at one end of the body and is configured to receive an associated foot. The retention mechanisms, located around the open edge, are adapted for securing the cover to the associated foot. In addition, the tab, located at the rear of the opening, is suitably configured to enable removal of the cover from the associated foot.
Description
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This patent application is a continuation-in-part and contains subject matter claiming benefit of the priority date of U.S. Des. Pat. App. Ser. No. 29 / 464,933 filed on Aug. 22, 2013, which in turn claims the benefit of priority from U.S. patent application Ser. No, 13 / 314,141 filed on Dec. 7, 2011, now abandoned, which claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Pat. App. Ser. No. 61 / 459,163 filed Dec. 8, 2010, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference herein,BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of Invention[0003]The subject application is directed generally to protective wearing apparel. The application is particularly suited to providing a barrier between an appendage, such as a foot, and various microorganisms, i.e. infectious agents.[0004]2. Background of Invention[0005]Each day, an individual comes into contact with multiple sources of infection. A person will generally wash or disinfect his or her hand...
Claims
the structure of the environmentally friendly knitted fabric provided by the present invention; figure 2 Flow chart of the yarn wrapping machine for environmentally friendly knitted fabrics and storage devices; image 3 Is the parameter map of the yarn covering machine
Login to View More Application Information
Patent Timeline
Login to View More Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A43B7/00A43B7/14
CPCA43B7/14A43B7/00A41H43/00A43B3/106A43B3/163A41B11/00A41B2400/34A41B2400/52A41D2500/50
Inventor CAMMEYER, ADRIA
Owner CAMMEYER ADRIA