JAMES ADRIAN VAN WYK
Engineers in Tinton Falls, NJ
License number
Pennsylvania PE050986E
Category
Engineers
Type
Professional Engineer
Address
Address
2
Tinton Falls, NJ 07712
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Professional information
Glow In The Dark Shoe Sole
US Patent:
5716723, Feb 10, 1998
Filed:
Mar 7, 1996
Appl. No.:
8/612773
Inventors:
James Gresham Van Cleef - Fair Haven NJ
Dennis Ryan - Rumson NJ
Chang Sik An - Pusan, KR
Chung Yeon Park - Pusan, KR
Dennis Ryan - Rumson NJ
Chang Sik An - Pusan, KR
Chung Yeon Park - Pusan, KR
International Classification:
C09K 1102
US Classification:
428690
Abstract:
This invention relates to phosphorescent, polymer-containing compositions for use in Glow In The Dark shoe soles, and other molded or extruded shoe parts made from such compositions. One aspect of this invention is directed to a polymeric composition comprising between about 40-50% by weight rubber; 5-10% by weight processing oil; 0-5% by weight stabilizer; and 3-8% by weight phosphorescent material. A sole made according to the present invention for a children's athletic shoe comprises a mass of sole-forming phosphorescent material having peripheral edges and a cushioning element. The `Glow In The Dark` portion of the shoe being visible on both the peripheral edges and underneath surface.