Article of footwear having midsole with support pillars and method of manufacturing same
US7401418B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 17, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/504
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An article of footwear includes an upper, a sole assembly, and a support assembly positioned in the sole assembly and including a plurality of pillars. Each pillar includes an outer layer and an inner layer of cushioning material contained with the outer layer.
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