Article of apparel incorporating a covered electronic device
US8677515B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 22, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG04B37/1486
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An article of apparel is disclosed that includes a covered electronic device. The apparel is at least partially formed from a material element that defines an aperture. The electronic device is locatable within the aperture and secured to the material element. A material covers the electronic device such that the electronic device cannot be seen. Upon activation of the electronic device, the readout is seen through the material. The electronic device may be a timing device, such as a watch, or a global positioning system unit. The apparel may be a wristband formed from a textile material or any of a variety of other types of apparel.
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