Ankle holster with foot orthosis and exoskeleton
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United States of America Patent
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Sep 1, 2015
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Jan 3, 2013
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Jun 30, 2011
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Jun 30, 2011
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Abstract
The present invention contemplates a variety of apparatuses for carrying and concealing a weapon holster on a lower leg. A device is provided that offloads weight associated with a leg-carried weapon and eliminates torque forces caused by walking with said weapon. Supplies or alternative weapons can also be carried. The device includes an anterior exoskeleton bracket and, in some embodiments, a foot orthosis. The holster is mounted near the top of the device. The exoskeleton, attaching to the foot orthosis or a shoe/boot, provides ankle support and offloads the weight of the weapon. The exoskeleton has a two-hinge system for flexibility and adjustability. Additionally, the exoskeleton attaches to the shoe/boot by one of several embodiments, including a simple L-bracket, a U-bracket wrapping around the heel, and a clip-on bracket wrapping under the sole. The orthosis is customized to a carrier's foot, providing comfort and offsetting the weight of the weapon.
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International Classification(s)
- 2011 Application Filing Year
- F41C Class
- 147 Applications Filed
- 82 Patents Issued To-Date
- 55.79 % Issued To-Date
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- 5 Citation Count
- F41C Class
- 10.29 % this patent is cited more than
- 10 Age
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