Wearable article with band portion adapted to include textile-based electrodes and method of making such article
US8082762B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K2201/10151
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A circular knit tubing adapted for making a wearable article has a first knitted single layer tubular portion and a second knitted single layer tubular portion separated by a junction portion. The second tubular portion is folded over the first tubular portion at a fold line in the junction portion. The first and second tubular portions are then joined together, whereby the junction portion forms a band or welt. After the band is formed, the second tubular portion is folded back to cover the band. The wearable article may be a shirt having single layer top and bottom portions with a central double welt portion for physical contact around the wearer's chest or torso. The junction portion forming the band or welt preferably is integrally knitted with the first and second tubular portions. The band or welt defines a central opening to receive an electronic or electrical device or other component.
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