Article of footwear having a sole structure with a split plate

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2005-02-22

2005-02-22

Patterson, M. D. (Department: 3728)

Boots, shoes, and leggings

Boots and shoes

Occupational or athletic shoe

C036S031000, C036S102000, C036S107000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06857205

ABSTRACT:
The invention is an article of footwear that includes a sole structure having a plate assembly that includes a separator plate and a split plate. The split plate is located in a midfoot portion of the sole structure and includes a lateral portion and a medial portion separated by a split. The separator plate is located within the split and is attached to the split plate. When compressed against a surface, the longitudinal portion and the medial portion separate further, thereby increasing the width of the split and dissipating energy.

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