Pointe shoes and other footwear for dance performance and dance training

    公开(公告)号:US11464276B2

    公开(公告)日:2022-10-11

    申请号:US16806913

    申请日:2020-03-02

    摘要: Disclosed are systems, kits and methods for smart footwear for dance performances, as well as computer-implemented methods to train performers using the smart footwear. An example method for improving a dance technique or a dance performance by a performer, comprises receiving, using a radio frequency (RF) transceiver on a wireless device, a signal from an RF transmitter on a pointe shoe, determining, based on the signal, an activation status of each of a plurality of pressure sensors on the pointe shoe, and providing, based on the activation status, an indication of an accuracy or efficacy of the performer standing en pointe during the dance technique or dance performance.

    Cushioning shoe insert
    4.
    发明授权

    公开(公告)号:US10172412B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-01-08

    申请号:US13897696

    申请日:2013-05-20

    申请人: Carlene Pride

    发明人: Carlene Pride

    摘要: This application discloses shoe inserts which are configured such that a user may expose one or more adhesive layers while the cushioning shoe insert is maintained at an optimal location within a shoe, thereby securing the cushioning shoe inserts precisely at the optimal location. Moreover, this application discloses shoe inserts which are designed to distribute necessary support forces, e.g. through a foot chock, thereby mitigating or eliminating uncomfortable levels of localized pressure.

    ENHANCED POINTE SHOE FOR BALLET AND POINTE SHOE CONVERSION KIT

    公开(公告)号:US20180160762A1

    公开(公告)日:2018-06-14

    申请号:US15842817

    申请日:2017-12-14

    摘要: Disclosed are devices, kits and methods for an enhanced pointe shoe for ballet. In some embodiments, an enhanced pointe shoe includes light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and sensors that may activate the LEDs based on the ballet performers movements. For example, the sensor may be a pressure sensor that activates the LEDs when a ballet dancer stands en pointe. In other embodiments, a kit that includes a power source, LEDs, one or more sensors, a toggle switch and connecting wires may be used to enhance a pointe shoe. In yet other embodiments, a ballet pointe shoe cover, which for example, may be made from spandex, and that includes the power source, LEDs and sensors may be used to enhance a pointe shoe for ballet performances.

    Sound Producing Shoe Including Impact and Proximity Detectors

    公开(公告)号:US20180035744A1

    公开(公告)日:2018-02-08

    申请号:US15788895

    申请日:2017-10-20

    申请人: Robert Grubba

    发明人: Robert Grubba

    IPC分类号: A43B3/00 A43B5/12

    摘要: A pair of shoes that incorporates sound-reproducing equipment that is triggered by the detection of one or more conditions. One of the conditions is the impact of a shoe with the ground, such as when a user stomps the heel on the ground. Another condition is the proximity of a second shoe to a first shoe, such as when a user moves the left shoe of a pair close to the right shoe. The detection of an impact may be used to trigger the reproduction of any desired sound—such as the “chuff” sound of a steam locomotive. The detection of the proximity of another shoe along with an impact may be used to trigger the reproduction of a different sound—such as a steam whistle.

    Removable rubberized pointe shoe caps for non-traditional studio and other flooring

    公开(公告)号:US20170215519A1

    公开(公告)日:2017-08-03

    申请号:US15010898

    申请日:2016-01-29

    申请人: Maura Ann McHugh

    发明人: Maura Ann McHugh

    IPC分类号: A43B5/12 B29D35/12 A43B5/18

    摘要: While taking notice how a dancer's pointe shoe keeps them from dancing on hardwood, as it is dangerous, I decided to create a rubber cap for the shoe. It is removable in order to keep the dancer from having to spend the money on a new pair of shoes and instead being able to put the cap over their current pair of shoes. The process of making this involves many molds and the final product is a silicone rubber cap the fits each unique shoe.The problem I am trying to solve in this process is the finding of an easier way to gain safety while dancing on pointe on hard wood flooring. Many dancers travel to more places rather than just a stage, but also places like hotels, which don't have the correct flooring and instead have hardwood. It is not safe for dancers to dance on pointe on hardwood flooring. Dancers dance on Marley flooring because it creates enough friction so that it is not dangerous to dance on pointe. A dancer has two types of shoes: pointe shoes and flat shoes. It is safe to dance in flat shoes on hardwood. A ballet dancer's two options when having to dance on hardwood is to dance in flat shoes, or rubberize their pointe shoes so that it is safe to dance in them. When a dancer rubberizes their pointe shoes they cannot take off the rubber when they are done dancing. This means they must buy a new pair of pointe shoes. This costs a lot of money. This problem can be solved if the rubber was removable.In order to do this project I used many molds and the final product was made out of silicone rubber. First I made a mold of the outside of the shoe with silicone putty. Then I made a plaster mold of the shoe by pouring the plaster inside of the silicone putty mold. This caught all the tiny details the shoes had. Then I poured silicone rubber over the plaster mold. When this dried I could cut it into the shape I wanted to get the final product.This would make the rubberizing pointe shoes process easier because they can be removed or placed back on when needed. It takes away the struggle of having to buy a new pair of pointe shoes and then having two pairs. It still reaches the goals of its job, which is to keep the shoe from being slippery on hardwood. Overall this product is a lot more convenient. In the end this project was successful in being removable and keeping dancers from falling when they dance on pointe on hard wood flooring.

    Self-customized, moldable, weight-distributing insert for ballet pointe shoes
    10.
    发明授权
    Self-customized, moldable, weight-distributing insert for ballet pointe shoes 有权
    自定义,可模制,重量分配插件为芭蕾舞鞋

    公开(公告)号:US09314068B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-04-19

    申请号:US13096852

    申请日:2011-04-28

    IPC分类号: A43B7/14 A43B23/08 A43B5/12

    摘要: A customizable pointe shoe insert is provided. Such an insert achieves a “perfect fit” that is customized to each dancer's foot by using a moldable material to substantially fill the voids within the box of the shoe, so weight is optimally distributed across a greater percentage of the surface of the forefoot when en pointe. An insert may be constructed from an impression material that when applied, precisely contours itself to the foot and then quickly chemically cures into a rubbery, resilient solid. The design allows a dancer to self-mold the insert and apply the material according to her personal preferences. The insert may further be associated with a fabric covering that serves to hold the moldable material in place during molding and/or to provide structural support in areas of thin moldable material. The insert may further be integrated with one or more spacers for positioning in between adjacent toes.

    摘要翻译: 提供了一个可定制的尖头插入件。 这样的插入物通过使用可模制材料基本上填充鞋的盒内的空隙而实现了对每个舞者的脚定制的“完美契合”,因此当en的表面的更大百分比时,重量被最佳地分布在前脚掌的表面上 尖头 插入物可以由压印材料构造,当施加时,将其自身精确地轮廓到脚上,然后快速地化学地固化成橡胶状的弹性固体。 该设计允许舞者自我塑造插入物,并根据自己的喜好使用材料。 插入件还可以与用于在模制期间将可模制材料保持在适当位置的织物覆盖物和/或在薄的可模制材料的区域中提供结构支撑。 插入件还可以与一个或多个间隔件一体地定位在相邻的脚趾之间。