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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 06, 2012
Filed:
Oct. 08, 2004
Matthew Kriesel, Melrose, WI (US);
Matthew Kriesel, Melrose, WI (US);
IG Holdings LLC, Ettrick, WI (US);
Diversified Gel Products, LLC, Farmington, MN (US);
Abstract
Disclosed is an assembly which can include a hardened outer shell and an inner surface comprising a polymeric gel. The polymeric gel is enclosed within an envelope having opposed layers and is attached to the outer hardened surface cover. The hardened outer surface cover may be comprised of most any material known within the art. The sporting or shooting vest comprises a garment including gel-filled pockets or envelopes whereby impact can be absorbed and dissipated. Additionally, the outer layer of the shooting vest may be comprised of a Kevlar material wherein the vest would become a ballistic vest.