Under Armour has patented a garment with a pocket on the rear waist portion, designed to hold smartphones and small personal items securely. The clothing is made of resilient material that stretches to ensure the pocket remains closed. GlobalData’s report on Under Armour gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Under Armour, Footwear 3D Printing was a key innovation area identified from patents. Under Armour's grant share as of February 2024 was 80%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Pocketed waistband for clothing with elastomeric material
The granted patent (Publication Number: US11925223B2) describes an innovative article of clothing with a unique pocket design. The clothing item includes a lower portion for the legs and an upper portion for the waist, with a pocket integrated into the upper portion. The pocket consists of a first flap and a second flap, both made from fabrics containing elastomeric material, allowing them to stretch and return to an unstretched state. The first flap is positioned over the second flap, creating a pocket that can be accessed by repositioning the flaps between open and closed positions.
Furthermore, the patent details the specific configuration of the flaps, with the first flap having an arcuate edge and a concave curvature that extends away from the second flap. This design allows for easy access to the pocket while ensuring secure closure when needed. The article of clothing also includes an inner pocket within the main pocket, adding to its functionality. The patent emphasizes the interaction between the upper portion of the clothing and the waist of the wearer, creating tensile forces that help retain the flaps in the closed position. Overall, the patented clothing item offers a practical and versatile pocket design that enhances the user experience while maintaining a secure closure mechanism.
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