Article of footwear having an upper with a matrix layer

Details Article of footwear having an upper with a matrix layer Article of footwear having an upper with a matrix layer

2006-01-26

2009-06-02

Kavanaugh, Ted (Department: 3728)

Boots, shoes, and leggings

Boots and shoes

Ventilated

C036S050100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07540097

ABSTRACT:
An article of footwear is disclosed that includes an upper and a sole structure. The upper includes a matrix structure that defines a plurality of apertures. The apertures may have an elongate configuration to impart differences in the extensibility of the upper in different directions. For example, the matrix layer may be formed from a plurality of segments that cross each other to define the apertures. A method of manufacturing the article of footwear is also disclosed.

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