A cleat is a structural component used to secure the sole of a shoe or enhance the traction of athletic shoes. They are categorized into "short cleats" and "long cleats." Soccer cleats, in particular, are further subdivided into specialized types such as SG/FG/AG/HG/MG/TF/IC/IN based on their material and length.
A utility model patent published in 2024 reveals a technical solution for a manual heel stud tool. Through the structural cooperation of the cleat barrel and the cleat needle, it ensures that the cleat is vertically embedded into the insole of the shoe, improving installation accuracy and shoe stability. This patent relates to the structure and working principle of a manual heel stud tool, comprising a cleat barrel and a cleat needle. The cleat barrel consists of a cleat positioning tube and an outer tube, used to guide the cleat vertically into the insole of the shoe. The cleat needle includes a tip, a shaft, and a head. By striking the head, the tip inserts the cleat into the sole, and the shaft diameter, being larger than the tip, limits the depth of the cleat's insertion.
