System for integrating a knee pad into a garment
US9144253B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41D13/0587
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Various embodiments of garments for use in conjunction with knee pads are disclosed. In one embodiment, the knee pads can be integrated into the garment. The garment can include leg gathering devices for positioning the knee pads over the knees of the wearer when the knee pads are needed. Releasing the leg gathering devices, on the other hand, allows the pants to drape normally. In an alternative embodiment, a knee pad can be provided that can be releasably attached to a garment. In this embodiment, the garment can include a plurality of engaging devices for attachment to the knee pad. The engaging devices can be positioned at different heights for allowing vertical adjustability.
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