AGLET

Abstract

According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided an aglet, comprising: a screw on the end of a shoelace; and a charm, wherein: the screw is configured to insert inside a recess in the charm and tighten to secure the charm to the shoelace.

Claims

1. An aglet, comprising: an end of a shoelace; a threaded housing configured to receive the end of the shoelace at a bottom end, a notch opening on a side the threaded housing; and a charm, wherein: threaded housing is configured to insert inside a recess in the charm and tighten to secure the charm to the end of shoelace by the notch opening locking on semicircular protrusions on sides of the recess in the charm.

2. The aglet of claim 1, further comprising a handle on the charm to allow for the charm to twist around the screw to tighten.

3. A method of attaching a charm to a shoelace, comprising: Providing an end of a shoelace; Providing a threaded housing configured to receive the end of the shoelace at a bottom end, wherein the threaded housing has a notch opening on a side the threaded housing; and Inserting the threaded housing inside a recess in the charm; and tightening to secure the charm to the end of shoelace by locking the notch opening on semicircular protrusions on sides of the recess in the charm.

4. The method of claim 3, further comprising tying the shoelace to another end of the shoelace.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009] FIG. 1 is perspective view of the aglet according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0010] FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the aglet showing direction of movement.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of the aglet assembly.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0012] Prior art aglets are generally a sheath, often made of plastic or metal, attached at each end of a shoelace, a cord, or a drawstring. The aglet keeps the fibers of the lace or cord from unraveling; its firmness and narrow profile make it easier to hold and easier to feed through eyelets, lugs, or other lacing guides.

[0013] However, the prior art aglets are prone to falling off and lack durability. As well, they lack ability to easily be decorated or otherwise display an aesthetic.

[0014] The aglet of present invention is both functionally superior and fashionable. Embodiments of the aglet of the present invention will be described with reference to the appended drawings.

[0015] FIG. 1 is perspective view of the aglet according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] Charm 20 forms one component of the aglet of the present invention and screw 10 forms the other component. Screw 10 is designed to be attached to the end of a shoe lace where the sheath often made of plastic or metal would normally be.

[0017] FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the aglet showing direction of movement.

[0018] The screw 10 is configured to fit inside the charm 20. The groves of the screw can be lock and key for particular charms which can be configured to fit with particular screw patterns.

[0019] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of the aglet assembly.

[0020] Charm 20 is screwed on to screw 10 to form an exceptionally secure fit compared to prior art designs.

[0021] The illustrations of embodiments described herein are intended to provide a general understanding of the structure of various embodiments, and they are not intended to serve as a complete description of all the elements and features of apparatus and systems that might make use of the structures described herein. Many other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in the art upon reviewing the above description. Other embodiments may be utilized and derived therefrom, such that structural and logical substitutions and changes may be made without departing from the scope of this disclosure. Figures are also merely representational and may not be drawn to scale. Similar numerals designate similar elements among the several figures. Certain proportions thereof may be exaggerated, while others may be minimized. Accordingly, the specification and drawings are to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense. Thus, although specific embodiments have been illustrated and described herein, it should be appreciated that any arrangement calculated to achieve the same purpose may be substituted for the specific embodiments shown. This disclosure is intended to cover any and all adaptations or variations of various embodiments. Combinations of the above embodiments, and other embodiments not specifically described herein, will be apparent to those of skill in the art upon reviewing the above description. Therefore, it is intended that the disclosure not be limited to the particular embodiment(s) disclosed.