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System and methods for designing and manufacturing bespoke protective sports equipment

US10780338B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 20, 2017
Grant dateSep 22, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2119/18
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A bespoke protective sports equipment to be worn by a player engaged in a sporting activity is provided. The bespoke sports equipment system includes methods for acquiring, storing and processing a player's unique data, namely the anatomical features of the body part against which the bespoke equipment is worn. The systems also includes methods of using the player's unique data to manufacture the bespoke protective equipment with a custom formed internal padding assembly that substantially corresponds to the player's unique data. The system and method allows for the design and manufacture of bespoke protective sports equipment that is purposely designed and manufactured to match the anatomical specifications of the player's body part.

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