Apparel incorporating a protective element
US8438667B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41D13/0593
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An article of apparel may include may include a garment portion and at least one protective element. The garment portion and the protective element have a configuration that forms a gap, separation, or pleat structure through, for example, folding or overlapping of a textile element of the garment portion. The gap, separation, or pleat structure may permit the protective element to move independent of other portions of the apparel at the joint, thereby enhancing a range of movement of the individual and the overall comfort of the apparel.
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