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United States Patent

Patent No.: US 11,388,947 B1 • Date of Patent: Jul. 19, 2022 • Inventor: Brooks L. Barnes, The Woodlands, TX

Title: Friction-Adjustable Rotary Sole Athletic Shoe

Abstract: Embodiments of an athletic shoe of the present invention generally include a cooperating rotor assembly and torque-dampening system, wherein the rotor assembly includes a substantially round rotor equipped with a plurality of cleat members and having a plurality of teeth about the outer circumference thereof, and the torque-dampening system includes a compressible device configured and adapted to interact with the rotor teeth.

US Patent 11,388,947 B1 - Friction-Adjustable Rotary Sole Athletic Shoe

WIPO International Patent Filing

Applicant: Barnes • Filing: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

International patent protection extending coverage beyond United States borders. This filing provides a pathway to enforce IP rights in key global markets including Europe, Asia, and South America.

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Registered Trademark

Mark: ROTORS • The Rotors brand identity — a distinctive "R" with integrated gear/cog imagery — is a registered trademark providing brand protection for the technology platform.

Why This IP Matters

Defensive IP Moat

This proprietary technology offers a unique utility patent portfolio that provides long-term market exclusivity and a powerful deterrent against competitors. Additional technology is under development to keep competition in perpetual catch-up.

De-Risked Asset

Fully patented and ready for royalty-based licensing or full IP acquisition. Allows your brand to lead the next generation of injury-preventative footwear without the R&D lead time. Scalable for FG, SG, and AG plates.

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