Patent · US Expired

Sock with breathable panel

US5724836A · kind A · utility

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35Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 16, 1996
Grant dateMar 10, 1998
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Expiry dateJul 16, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA41B2400/60
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A knit athletic sock having a leg section and a foot section which includes a sole section intermediate a toe section and a heel section having internal-facing terry loops to form a cushion. A breathable instep panel is positioned atop the sole section, wherein the instep panel extends from the wearer's ankle to the toe section. A transition zone is located between the foot section and the leg section to provide additional comfort and durability.

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