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Apparel incorporating a protective element

US9226533B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 2014
Grant dateJan 5, 2016
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Expiry dateApr 8, 2034

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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