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Aspen, CO, United States of America

Alexander L Gross

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Footwear Technology. Top assignees: Comfort Products, Inc., Converse Inc., Kangaroos U.s.a., Inc.. Active years: 1977-2002.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Alexander L Gross. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/alexander-l-gross

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 18 

% Patents Active = 94.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 1,678(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Suffolk County, MA (US) (1987)
  • Boston, MA (US) (1987 - 1990)
  • Aspen, CO (US) (1977 - 2002)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 15 
 
Comfort Products, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 477 
 
Converse Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 58 
 
Kangaroos U.s.a., Inc.
 patents
4. 2 out of 118 
 
Lacrosse Footwear, Inc.
 patents
5. 1 out of 37 
 
Asahi Corporation
 patents
6. 1 out of 15,914 
 
Nike, Inc.
 patents
7. 1 out of 4,249 
 
Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
 patents
8. 2 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1977-2002

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Areas of Expertise:
Footwear
Athletic Shoe
Cushioning
Shock Absorption
Shoe Sole
Blow Molding
Outdoor Boot
Insulated Glove
Air Circulation
Dynamic Rocker
Contoured Platform
Footwear Lower
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6464907 - Method for producing a blow molded plastic outdoor boot shell (2002-10-15),
2. 6412196 - Contoured platform and footwear made therefrom (2002-07-02),
3. D402097 - Footwear lower (1998-12-08),
4. D402096 - Tread for a footwear lower (1998-12-08),
5. 5367791 - Shoe sole (1994-11-29),
6. 4894933 - Cushioning and impact absorptive means for footwear (1990-01-23),
7. 4794707 - Shoe with internal dynamic rocker element (1989-01-03),
8. 4783910 - Casual shoe (1988-11-15),
9. 4731939 - Athletic shoe with external counter and cushion assembly (1988-03-22),
10. 4656760 - Cushioning and impact absorptive means for footwear (1987-04-14),
11. 4638576 - Athletic shoe with external counter and cushion assembly (1987-01-27),
12. 4535553 - Shock absorbing sole layer (1985-08-20),
13. 4316335 - Athletic shoe construction (1982-02-23),
14. 4316332 - Athletic shoe construction having shock absorbing elements (1982-02-23),
15. 4281468 - Ski boot having a corrugated front portion (1981-08-04),

Title: Alexander L Gross: Innovator in Footwear Technology

Introduction

Alexander L Gross is a prominent inventor based in Aspen, CO (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of footwear technology, holding a total of 18 patents. His innovative designs and methods have revolutionized the way footwear is produced and functioned.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method for producing a blow molded plastic outdoor boot shell. This invention features a boot comprising an upper portion, an outersole portion, an optional midsole/wedge portion, and a shell portion produced by the blow molding process. The shell can be constructed with a thickness as little as 0.25 mm and a weight as low as 25 grams. Additionally, he has developed a contoured platform for footwear that includes a contoured inner and outer surface, designed to enhance comfort and performance.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Alexander has worked with notable companies such as Comfort Products, Inc. and Converse Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to innovative footwear solutions.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with talented individuals in the industry, including Erik O Giese and Rui M Parracho. These partnerships have fostered creativity and led to the development of groundbreaking footwear technologies.

Conclusion

Alexander L Gross continues to be a driving force in the footwear industry, with his innovative patents and collaborations paving the way for future advancements. His work exemplifies the spirit of innovation and dedication to improving footwear technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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