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Motorized tensioning system with sensors

US9365387B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 30, 2013
Grant dateJun 14, 2016
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Expiry dateSep 23, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H69/00
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A tensioning system for articles of footwear and articles of apparel is disclosed. The tensioning system includes a tensioning member that is tightened or loosened using a motorized tensioning device for winding and unwinding the tensioning member on a spool. The tensioning system may be used with various sensors to determine how the motorized tensioning device should be controlled.

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