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Artificial turf having integrated shock absorbing structures

Inactive Publication Date: 2020-10-01
TARKETT SPORTS CANADA INC
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The present invention provides a shock absorbing artificial surface with a flexible, porous backing member and parallel rows of ribbons. The surface also includes a layer of particulate material on the backing member and parallel rows of shock absorbing material on the back of the backing member. The shock absorbing material is formed by depositing an adhesive material and can consist of foam, such as polyurethane or latex. The spacing between the rows of shock absorbing material can be between 0.1 and 0.3 inches. The surface can be made by tufting the ribbons through the backing member and depositing the adhesive material on the back side of the backing member. The technical effect of this invention is a shock absorbing surface that can provide shock absorption and impact protection while also providing a comfortable and comfortable surface for use.

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Natural grass surfaces, however, require a great deal of maintenance, do not grow well in partly or fully enclosed sports stadiums, and do not stand up well to wear.
Such installation, however, can be complex, time-consuming, and expensive.

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[0018]The present system and method will be described in connection with the figures, it being understood that the description and figures are for illustrative, non-limiting purposes.

[0019]Systems, methods, and structures are provided that integrate shock absorption into manufactured artificial turf that can be laid on a field for forming an artificial turf field as part of an overall artificial turf system for a field. During the manufacture of artificial turf, a foam adhesive, such as frothed polyurethane foam can be deposited to the backing along the row of artificial fiber. The foam can integrate adhesive and shock absorption into the artificial turf that can bind to the backing to hold the artificial turf fibers and attach a deposit of the foam material having the physical characteristics to absorb shock from foot traffic or use of the surface, per for example a specified requirement (e.g., standard shock absorption requirements). The shock absorbing characteristic can reduce o...

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Abstract

A shock absorbing artificial surface is disclosed. The shock absorbing artificial surface comprises a flexible, porous, backing member and parallel rows of ribbons projecting through and upwardly from the backing member. The shock absorbing artificial surface further comprises parallel rows of shock absorbing material on the back of backing member overlying the rows of ribbons. The parallel rows of shock absorbing material are spaced apart. A method of manufacturing a shock absorbing artificial surface is also provided.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 826,870, filed on Mar. 29, 2019, the disclosure of which is expressly incorporated herein by reference thereto.BACKGROUND[0002]The present invention relates to shock absorbing artificial surfaces having parallel rows of shock absorbing material and methods of manufacturing thereof.[0003]Natural grass surfaces offer several advantages for conducting different types of sports, games, or related activities. For instance, natural grass surfaces provide an excellent shock-absorbing cushion for athletes. Maximum absorption of shock forces helps to reduce injuries that may arise when the athlete's body is subjected to shock forces when impacting the playing surface while performing various athletic movements. Natural grass surfaces, however, require a great deal of maintenance, do not grow well in partly or fully enclosed sports stadiums, and do not stand up well to wear.[...

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IPC IPC(8): E01C13/08
CPCE01C2201/10E01C13/08
Inventor AUMONIER, NICOLASGILL, DARRENRANDALL, GREGORY
Owner TARKETT SPORTS CANADA INC
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