Sole structure for article of footwear
US11607011B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43B21/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A sole structure for an article of footwear includes a forefoot region disposed adjacent an anterior end, a heel region disposed adjacent a posterior end, and a mid-foot region disposed intermediate the forefoot region and the heel region. The sole structure further includes fluid-filled bladder having a first segment extending along a medial side in the heel region, a second segment extending along a lateral side in the heel region, and a web area disposed between the first segment and the second segment. Additionally, the sole structure includes an outer sole member having an upper portion extending from a first end in the forefoot region to a second end in the heel region. The second end of the outer sole member is received on a first side of the web area. The outer sole member also includes a rib extending downwardly from the upper portion and defining a cavity.
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