Article of footwear with a sole structure having fluid-filled support elements
US8978273B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 19, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43B3/0052
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An article of footwear is disclosed that includes an upper and a sole structure secured to the upper. The sole structure incorporates a support element that includes a fluid-filled chamber. The chamber may be bonded to other portions of the sole to secure the chamber within the sole. A surface of the chamber may also be angled to form a corresponding bevel in a lower surface of the sole structure, potentially in a rear-lateral area of the sole structure. A plate may also extend under a portion of the chamber.
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