Apparel incorporating a protective element
US8719965B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 9, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2032 |
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, thereby enhancing a range of movement of the individual and the overall comfort of the apparel.
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