Article of footwear with variable support structure

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2007-08-14

2007-08-14

Patterson, Marie (Department: 3728)

Boots, shoes, and leggings

Soles

Cushion

C036S045000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10774704

ABSTRACT:
An article of footwear having a variable support structure includes a sole structure and an upper secured to the sole structure. At least one reservoir of magneto-rheological fluid is positioned in at least one of the upper and the sole structure. A magnet assembly is positioned proximate each reservoir, and a magnetic field produced by the magnet assembly transforms the magneto-rheological fluid from a fluid state to a near-solid state.

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