Waterproof/breathable technical apparel

a technology of clothing and fabrics, applied in the field of clothing, can solve the problems that the clothing known in the prior art does not take advantage of the new advances in materials and fabrics

Pending Publication Date: 2010-10-28
SOLID WATER HLDG
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[0004]The present inventor has recognized the deficiencies in the apparel known in the prior art and has designed new apparel that is capable of overcoming those deficiencies. More specifically, the present invention discloses a carefully selected combination of layers of specific materials that enable moisture transfer, while at the same time providing comfort to the individual wearing the apparel.
[0005]An object of the present invention is to provide apparel that can quickly transfer moisture away from an individual's body so that the individual can feel more comfortable.
[0006]Another object of the present invention is to provide individuals involved in activities such as in-line skating, snowboarding, hiking, etc. with active wear that is more functional and can better deal with additional moisture that is generated by such individuals while involved in such activities.

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In particular, the types of apparel known in the prior art do not take advantage of the new advances in materials and fabrics that have been made in recent years.

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[0011]A detailed description of the preferred embodiments will now be included in conjunction with the Figures. It should be understood that these embodiments are set forth for purposes of explanation only and are not to be interpreted as the only application of the present invention.

[0012]The apparel illustrated in FIGS. 2-6 includes shirts and jackets. Although not specifically illustrated, all of the types of apparel can be manufactured according to the present invention. The application of this invention to other types of apparel could easily be accomplished by one with ordinary skill in the art.

[0013]FIG. 1 generally illustrates the three layers that are a result of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, namely a first (inner) layer 10, an second layer 20, a third layer 30, and a fourth (outer) layer 40. These layers are attached to each other either by an environmentally friendly adhesive, mechanical bonding (or stitch bonding, such as that performed by Tietex, Inc.,...

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Abstract

The apparel is constructed from various combinations of layers of materials with moisture transfer properties. A first liner of moisture transfer fabrics abuts a second layer of structural material such as foam. The second layer can abut a breathable membrane and / or an insulating material. Finally, carefully selected outer fabrics complete the combination to provide apparel with improved performance characteristics. The outer fabrics are treated in various ways to enhance performance.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 11 / 822,571, filed Jul. 9, 2007, which is a continuation application of U.S. Ser. No. 11 / 098,639, filed Apr. 5, 2005, which claims the benefit of U.S. No. 60 / 559,009, filed Apr. 5, 2004.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to apparel (garments) which are particularly suited to transfer moisture away from an individual. Particularly, the present invention relates to apparel constructed according to a moisture transfer system having a combination of layers that removes moisture away from an individual while also being comfortable and aesthetically pleasing in appearance.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Various types of apparel are known in the prior art. However, none of these provides the advantages provided by the present invention. In particular, the types of apparel known in the prior art do not take advantage of the new advances in materials and fabrics that have b...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A41D1/00A41D27/00
CPCA41D31/02A41D2400/22A41D2400/34A41D2400/62D04H13/007B32B27/12D04H13/002D04H13/006B32B5/26A41D31/102A41D31/125Y10T442/40Y10T428/249991Y10T428/23943Y10T428/249993Y10T442/30Y10T428/249976Y10T428/249921A41D31/305A41D31/185
Inventor BAYCHAR,
Owner SOLID WATER HLDG
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