Article of footwear with external support member
US11033068B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 15, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43B23/22
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An article of footwear includes a dynamic support member that provides support to a foot. The support member is external to the article. The support member provides dynamic support by tightening around the foot when a user applies a strong enough force against a base portion of the support member. The support member includes several lateral gaps that facilitate increased flexibility for some portions of the support member.
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