Footwear with support assembly having spring arms

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2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Mohandesi, Jila (Department: 3765)

Boots, shoes, and leggings

Soles

Cushion

C036S03500R, C036S037000, C036S114000, C036S027000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07997011

ABSTRACT:
An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole assembly secured to the upper and having a support assembly. The support assembly has an upper plate and a lower plate spaced from the upper plate. The lower plate has a peripheral edge and a plurality of spring arms, with each spring arm curving initially outwardly and then upwardly and inwardly from the peripheral edge to the upper plate.

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