Lightweight and flexible article of footwear
US7814686B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43B17/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An article of footwear with an outer member including slots that increase flexibility is disclosed. The outer member also includes an inner plate including a set of protective strips. The inner plate is disposed along an inner surface of the outer member so that the protective strips are aligned with and cover the slots in the outer member.
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