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Motorized tensioning system

US10085517B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 2016
Grant dateOct 2, 2018
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Expiry dateDec 20, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H59/382
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A tensioning system for articles of footwear and articles of apparel is disclosed. The tensioning system includes a tensioning member that is tightened or loosened using a motorized tensioning device for winding and unwinding the tensioning member on a spool. The motorized tensioning device includes a torque transmitting system that allows for incremental tightening, incremental loosening and full loosening of the tensioning member.

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