Clifford Bruce Gerber

This inventor holds 58 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Footwear Customization (CPC class A43B). Top assignee: Nike, Inc.. Active years: 2005-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Clifford Bruce Gerber. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/clifford-bruce-gerber

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 58

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 896(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 827(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Linn, OR (US) (2005)
West Linn, OR (US) (2005 - 2018)
Hillsboro, OR (US) (2019 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

58 out of 15,867

Nike, Inc.

patents

Years Active: 2005-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Footwear Design

Ankle Support System

Cleat Technology

Sole Structure

Traction Elements

Customizable Upper

Retractable Traction

Interchangeable Pod

Footwear Customization

Footwear Fastening

Cleated Plate

Inner Sole Board

58 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12389986 - Customized article type (2025-08-19),

2. 11857030 - Customized article type (2024-01-02),

3. 10905201 - Customized article type (2021-02-02),

4. 10795538 - Customized design for an article of footwear (2020-10-06),

5. 10617178 - Customized article type (2020-04-14),

6. 10592069 - Customized design for an article of footwear (2020-03-17),

7. 10299543 - Method for making a cleated plate (2019-05-28),

8. 10228817 - Customized design for an article of footwear (2019-03-12),

9. 10004295 - Article of footwear with protective member for a control device (2018-06-26),

10. 9961959 - Sole structure with traction elements (2018-05-08),

11. 9949534 - Customized article type (2018-04-24),

12. 9913745 - Ankle and foot support system (2018-03-13),

13. 9901141 - Method for making a cleated plate (2018-02-27),

14. 9898160 - Customized design for an article of footwear (2018-02-20),

15. 9894956 - Article of footwear with a customizable upper (2018-02-20),

Title: Innovations by Clifford Bruce Gerber in Footwear Technology

Introduction

Clifford Bruce Gerber, an accomplished inventor based in West Linn, Oregon, has made significant contributions to the footwear industry with an impressive portfolio of 57 patents. His innovative methods and designs have paved the way for customized footwear, enhancing user experience and functionality.

Latest Patents

One of Gerber's latest patents focuses on a method of making an article of footwear. This method includes several steps: selecting a family of article types, choosing a customized article type, manufacturing the footwear accordingly, and shipping it to a pre-designated address. A standout feature of this method is its ability to configure the customized article type with user-selected characteristics, allowing for a more personalized footwear experience. Additionally, his method includes a mechanism for limiting the number of article types displayed to users at any given time.

Career Highlights

Clifford Bruce Gerber currently works for Nike, Inc., where he continues to innovate in footwear design and technology. His work significantly impacts the company’s ability to cater to individual customer needs through advanced customization techniques and production processes.

Collaborations

Throughout his career at Nike, Gerber has collaborated with fellow innovators such as Jim Baucom and David J. Dirsa. Their joint efforts have contributed to the evolution of footwear technology, enhancing both functionality and consumer satisfaction.

Conclusion

Clifford Bruce Gerber's innovative spirit and dedication to improving footwear technology have left a mark on the industry. His patents reflect a commitment to not just enhancing product quality but also personalizing the consumer experience. As he continues to innovate at Nike, the future of footwear customization looks promising.

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]