Patents by Inventor James F. Clancy

James F. Clancy has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Article of footwear for sailing
    Patent number: 7941946
    Abstract: An article of footwear for water sports disclosed. The article may be worn by a helmsman on a sailboat. The article may include provisions to facilitate increased traction and support for a foot of the helmsman.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: James F. Clancy, Sean M. McDowell, Julia Roether
  • Article of Footwear for Sailing
    Publication number: 20090083996
    Abstract: An article of footwear for water sports disclosed. The article may be worn by a helmsman on a sailboat. The article may include provisions to facilitate increased traction and support for a foot of the helmsman.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2007
    Publication date: April 2, 2009
    Applicant: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: James F. Clancy, Sean M. McDowell, Julia Roether
  • Sports sandal
    Patent number: 5651195
    Abstract: A sports sandal includes sole and a partial upper. The partial upper includes a plurality apertures that accommodate a lace therethrough. The lace tension is selectively adjustable and the partial upper is flexible and contoured to fit snugly about the wearer's foot. The use of flexible fabrics enable the sports sandal to be used in a wider variety of athletic activities, while the adjustable lacing system adds to wearer's comfort.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 29, 1997
    Assignee: L.A. Gear, Inc.
    Inventor: James F. Clancy
  • Sports sandal
    Patent number: D384494
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 7, 1997
    Assignee: L.A. Gear, Inc.
    Inventor: James F. Clancy