Patents Assigned to Under Armour, Inc.
  • Garment with compression adjustment arrangement
    Patent number: 11388943
    Abstract: A garment includes a first panel provided on a limb portion with a first lacing guide coupled to the first panel. The first panel is an elastic fabric panel. The garment further includes a second panel provided on the limb portion with a second lacing guide coupled to the second panel. A cord extends between the first lacing guide and the second lacing guide. A cord adjustment mechanism is coupled to the cord. The cord adjustment mechanism is configured to reduce an effective length of the cord extending between the first lacing guide and the second lacing guide such that the first panel is stretched and the first panel is drawn toward the second panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Jason Berns, Mari Lucero
  • Footwear including sole assembly
    Patent number: 11369164
    Abstract: An article of footwear includes an upper and a sole assembly. The sole assembly includes a unitary, open-celled structure. Specifically, the sole assembly includes a lattice structure having an interconnected network of struts and nodes that cooperate to define voids. The struts and nodes are configured to generate predetermined support and flexure properties within the network. The lattice may be configured as a conformal lattice, being contoured to receive accessories or complementary support structures. The sole assembly may further include an insert formed of compression material (e.g., foam). In operation, the lattice and foam insert cooperate to provide stability and cushioning to the article of footwear.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventor: Alan Guyan
  • Activity tracking system with multiple monitoring devices
    Patent number: 11358026
    Abstract: A method for providing activity data to a user for a workout session includes receipt of first activity data from a first activity sensor and receipt of second activity data from a second activity sensor during the workout session. A first parameter is generated for a workout attribute based on the first activity data received during a first time interval of the workout session, and a second parameter is generated for the workout attribute based on the second activity data received during a second time interval of the workout session. An aggregate parameter for the workout attribute is generated based on both the first parameter and the second parameter. The first activity data and the second activity data generated during the workout session are transmitted to a remote server where a third parameter for the workout attribute is generated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Atherton Brant Winterbottom, William Quast, Corey Roberts, Conrad Stoll, Joshua Dale, Skyler Whittlesey, Allan Glen, Christopher Peters
  • Articles with structures formed from sequins
    Patent number: 11359333
    Abstract: Hot melt sequins and methods of applying these sequins are disclosed. The sequins may be stitched to a layer of an article in a pattern to form a relatively rigid structure. The sequins may be made of a hotmelt material and melted to form a continuous structure. The sequins may be located along a lacing region and used as eyelets to secure laces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventor: Tom Luedecke
  • Method of forming an article of apparel
    Patent number: 11358367
    Abstract: An article of apparel includes a composite material. The composite material includes a pliable first layer and a resilient second layer, where the first and second layers are secured to each other via a patterned strand network. In forming the composite material, the second layer is stretched and maintained under tension while the first layer is secured to the second layer via the patterned strand network. The tension on the second layer is then released, resulting in contraction of the second layer in relation to the first layer and an outward buckling or protrusion of the first layer in relation to the second layer to form protruding cells along the composite material that are bounded by portions of the patterned strand network. The patterned strand network can be formed using embroidery with one or more auxetic patterns in the stitching.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan Toronjo, Daniel Lee, Roger Fan, Thomas White
  • Gait coaching in fitness tracking systems
    Patent number: 11350853
    Abstract: A method of providing gait coaching is disclosed. Run data is received and stored regarding runs of a broad and diverse population of users, as well as a more narrow set of expert users. A gait metric model is developed for determining an ideal stride length or cadence based on pace and at least one physiological characteristic. Regression coefficients for at the model are determined based on a regression of the run data from the broad and diverse population of users. In contrast, a regression constant for the model is determined based on a regression of the run data from expert users. Using the model, an ideal stride length or cadence for a particular user on a particular run can be determined and utilized to provide useful monitoring, comparison, and feedback to the user regarding his or her stride length or cadence.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Hesamoddin Salehian, Jeff Knight, Marlene Mayfield, Sebastian Johnck
  • Components for articles and methods of making components from embroidered beads
    Patent number: 11350695
    Abstract: Beads may be stitched to a substrate layer and then fused to form structures including foam midsoles, foam pads, and other foam structures. Beads may be embroidered to multiple substrate layers and then folded or stacked together to form a preform used in a mold to form a midsole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventor: Tom Luedecke
  • Article of footwear
    Patent number: 11350702
    Abstract: The present invention is directed toward an article of footwear with an improved eyelet system independent of the upper. The article of footwear includes an upper and a sole structure, where the sole structure includes a top surface, a bottom surface, a lateral side and a medial side. The article of footwear further includes an eyelet system coupled to the top surface of the sole structure. The eyelet system includes a base structure and a plurality of looped strand portions coupled to the base structure. The base structure is coupled to the top surface of the sole structure such that the plurality of looped strand portions extend outwardly from the sole structure, enabling the looped strand portions to receive a fastening element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: UNDER ARMOUR, INC.
    Inventor: Nicole Doenges
  • Articles with embroidered sequins and methods of making
    Patent number: 11332882
    Abstract: Hot melt sequins and methods of applying these sequins are disclosed. A method of attaching two components includes stitching a hot melt sequin to one of the components and heating the hot melt sequin to bond the two components together. Sequins can also be applied to articles to create structural elements such as heel counters, toe covers, and lace cages. Sequins can be applied in 1D, 2D, and 3D patterns as well as in dispersive patterns. Sequins can be applied to vary the abrasion properties of a portion of an article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventor: Tom Luedecke
  • Article with directional tensioning
    Patent number: 11330866
    Abstract: An article of footwear with an upper including a ribbon structure is disclosed. The ribbon structure comprises ribbon sections running in at least two different directions. Ribbon sections are connected at nodes that may move substantially independently of other nodes. The ribbon structure can provide strength along one of the directions and may simultaneously remain slack in the other direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventor: Tom Luedecke
  • System and method for detecting fatigue and providing coaching in response
    Patent number: 11325002
    Abstract: A method of operating a fitness tracking system includes receiving at least one first value and at least one second value for at least one foot action parameter from a sensor during a user workout. The method further includes determining whether the user has experienced a first type of fatigue and a second type of fatigue based on the at least one first value and the at least one second value, wherein the first type of fatigue is defined by different rules than the second type of fatigue. When it is determined that the user experienced the first type of fatigue, a first recommended action is provided to the user via a personal electronic device of the user. When it is determined that the user experienced the second type of fatigue, a second recommended action is provided to the user via the personal electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeff Knight, F. Grant Kovach, Paul Winsper, Michael Mazzoleni, Jeffrey Allen
  • Article of apparel including insulation
    Patent number: 11324266
    Abstract: An article of apparel including insulation material is discussed. The insulation material includes an insulating layer formed of waterfowl fibers and synthetic fibers. The waterfowl fibers are present in an amount of at least 20% by weight of the insulating layer. The insulating layer is generally free of waterfowl plumage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: UNDER ARMOUR, INC.
    Inventors: Jeremy Stangeland, Kyle Blakely, Matthew Trexler
  • Sole structure
    Patent number: D947511
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2022
    Assignee: UNDER ARMOUR, INC.
    Inventor: Michael Glancy
  • Display screen with an animated graphical user interface
    Patent number: D948561
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeff O'Neal, Mayank Arora, Travis Rimel, Daniel Townson, Pedro Feitosa, William Kluss, Daniel Sargeant
  • Display screen with an animated graphical user interface
    Patent number: D949160
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventor: Conrad Stoll
  • Headwear
    Patent number: D949522
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2022
    Assignee: UNDER ARMOUR, INC.
    Inventor: Carlene Waken
  • Brassiere
    Patent number: D952289
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2022
    Assignee: UNDER ARMOUR, INC.
    Inventors: Ofra Inselberg, Maxi Roberts, Jessica LaCava, Abby Wittstadt
  • Display screen with an animated graphical user interface
    Patent number: D954744
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Pedro Feitosa, Travis Rimel, Daniel Townson, William Kluss, Mayank Arora
  • Display screen with an animated graphical user interface
    Patent number: D958186
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Kleinpaste, Lauren McKenna
  • Display screen with an animated graphical user interface
    Patent number: D958187
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: Under Armour, Inc.
    Inventors: Lauren McKenna, Michael Kleinpaste