Unidirectional support device
US6715218B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 6, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43B23/0275
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed are unidirectional support devices and articles incorporating such devices. The devices are substantially flexible in one direction while substantially rigid in an opposing direction. The devices can be manufactured in essentially any shape or size and can be incorporated into a variety of articles of sports equipment, such as sport shoes, elbow braces, gloves, etc. The devices disclosed are typically made of polymeric materials, such as polyurethanes, silicones, polyethylenes, nylons, polyesters, and polyester elastomers, and combinations thereof.
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