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Article of footwear having midsole with support pillars and method of manufacturing same

US7401418B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 17, 2005
Grant dateJul 22, 2008
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Expiry dateAug 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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