Methods for compression molding foam articles
US11612210B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 1, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29D35/122
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Compression molded foam articles are provided having a closed cell foam structure comprising a plurality of cells having an anisotropic cell shape. The disclosed compression molded foam articles can be used as components or parts of a variety of articles, including articles of footwear and athletic equipment. Methods are disclosed for making the disclosed compression molded foam articles from a foamed preform having an elastomeric closed cell foam with substantially isotropic cell shape. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present disclosure.
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