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Energy absorbing and displacing structure for athletic protective equipment

US8555426B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 2, 2010
Grant dateOct 15, 2013
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 9, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA41D13/0543
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An energy absorbing and displacing structure for athletic protective equipment, such as an athletic shin-guard, is provided using a flexible web-shaped body to hold a rigid band-shaped member in place. The inner rigid band-shaped member follows the contour of the desired area to protect. The outer flexible web-shaped body is made of a softer rubber like material and works as a locator and supporter keeping the inner, rigid band-shaped member, in proper location.

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