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Flat-knit support garment for upper torso

US10368590B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 2016
Grant dateAug 6, 2019
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Expiry dateNov 2, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD10B2403/032
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Aspects of a flat-knit support garment for an upper torso are provided. The flat-knit support garment may include a bra structure having a flat-knit bra material that includes a cup zone, a body zone, a wing zone, a strap zone, and a chestband zone. In some instances, a perimeter of the flat-knit bra comprising a neck opening and armhole openings includes a finished edge treatment corresponding to a high stretch modulus, covered yarn. Such finished edges are generated in seamless construction with the unitary, flat-knit structure of the flat-knit support garment for an upper torso. The flat-knit characteristics of the support garment for an upper torso may correspond to one or more of a flat-knit stitch sequence, a yarn type, and/or a finishing treatment.

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