JAMES ADRIAN VAN WYK
Professional Planners in Tinton Falls, NJ

License number
New Jersey 33LI00482400
Issued Date
Jul 16, 1990
Expiration Date
May 31, 2018
Category
Professional Planners
Type
Professional Planner
Address
Address
Tinton Falls, NJ

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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
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.