US20170002234A1 - Elastomeric tape with enhanced stretch characteristics - Google Patents
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- the present disclosure relates to an elastomeric tape used, for example, to reinforce and/or bond seams or hems of an article, where the elastomeric tape has a shape configuration that imparts an enhanced stretch characteristic to the tape and to the seams once affixed.
- Traditional elastomeric tapes used, for example, to affix seams or hems of an article and/or to reinforce an already-affixed seam or hem generally have a shape configuration comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side where the first and second sides are linear and are in parallel alignment with each other.
- these types of tapes may exhibit some degree of stretch along their longitudinal axes due to their material composition, the degree of stretch is typically limited.
- the seams on which the tapes are used generally exhibit low stretch characteristics. For seams located on, for example, an article of apparel, this may result in wearer discomfort when the wearer moves or is donning or doffing the apparel item.
- a tension force is applied to the seam of the article that exceeds the limited degree of stretch of the tape, the tape may break and/or become unaffixed from the seam with a resultant loss in seam integrity.
- aspects herein are directed towards an exemplary elastomeric tape having an enhanced stretch characteristic along a longitudinal axis of the tape in response to a stretch force.
- the enhanced stretch characteristic is due to the shape configuration of the tape as well as the inherent stretch characteristics of the material used to form the tape.
- the tape comprises a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface.
- the tape has a first side having a shape configuration comprising a first series of alternating peaks and troughs, and a second side opposite the first side where the second side has a second series of alternating peaks and troughs.
- the tape may be configured such that a peak on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side, and a trough on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side.
- the exemplary elastomeric tape may longitudinally stretch to a greater degree in response to a stretch force as compared to elastomeric tapes having linear sides in parallel alignment.
- the shape configuration described herein provides a longer linear distance that “rotates” or translates into the axis of stretch to provide additional length to the tape.
- the seam or hem is able to undergo a greater degree of stretch along its longitudinal axis while still maintaining the integrity of the tape.
- aspects herein further relate to a method of manufacturing an elastomeric tape having enhanced stretch characteristic.
- the method may comprise providing an elastomeric tape having a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side where the first side and the second side are linear and are in parallel alignment with each other.
- the elastomeric tape is then cut using, for example, a die cutter having two complementary die cutting wheels such that the first side has a shape configuration comprising a first series of alternating peaks and troughs and the second side has a shape configuration comprising a second series of alternating peaks and troughs.
- the tape may be cut such that a peak on the first side of the tape is aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side of the tape, and a trough on the first side of the tape is aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side.
- the method may further comprise, for instance, rolling the cut tape onto a roller, using the roller to apply the cut elastomeric tape to one or more hems or seams of an article and activating the tape such that it is adhered to the one or more hems or seams.
- the activation of the tape may be through a heat process, a chemical process, light, ultrasound, mechanical pressure, and the like.
- aspects may also relate to an article having an elastomeric tape that provides enhanced stretch characteristic at one or more seams and/or hems of the article.
- the article may be in the form of, for instance, an article of apparel for an upper or a lower torso of a wearer, a backpack, a duffel bag, a purse, a shoe, and the like.
- the article may comprise at least a first panel of material and a second panel of material where the second panel abuts the first panel at one or seams.
- the seams and/or hems may be straight, curved, or irregular.
- the article may further comprise the elastomeric tape having the shape configuration described herein.
- FIG. 1A illustrates a plan view of an exemplary configuration for an exemplary elastomeric tape in a non-stretched state in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 1B illustrates a plan view of the exemplary configuration for the exemplary elastomeric tape of FIG. 1A in a stretched state in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape bonding and/or reinforcing a seam in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 4 illustrates cross-section taken along line 4 - 4 of FIG. 3 in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 5A illustrates an exemplary article of apparel for an upper torso of a wearer having a seam and/or a hem bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 5B illustrates an exemplary sleeve of the article of apparel of FIG. 5A having a hem bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIGS. 6A-6C illustrates exemplary articles of apparel for a lower torso of a wearer having seams and/or hems bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with aspects herein;
- FIG. 7 illustrates an exemplary article in the form of a shoe having a seam bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 8 illustrate an exemplary hem of an article where the hem is bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIG. 9 illustrates a flow diagram of an exemplary method of manufacturing and using an elastomeric tape having enhanced mechanical stretch characteristics in accordance with an aspect herein;
- FIGS. 10-16 illustrate exemplary configurations for exemplary elastomeric tapes in accordance with aspects herein.
- aspects herein relate to an exemplary elastomeric tape having a defined shape configuration that provides for an enhanced stretch characteristic along the longitudinal axis of the tape in response to a stretch force.
- the exemplary elastomeric tape comprises a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface.
- the second surface may have an adhesive that is activated by, for instance, heat, light, mechanical pressure, ultrasound, and the like.
- the elastomeric tape may further comprise a first side and a second side opposite the first side. Each side of the tape may have a shape configuration comprising a series of alternating peaks and troughs.
- a “peak” may be defined as a shape having a general apex region that is located a first distance away from an axis longitudinally bisecting the tape
- an “trough” may be defined as a shape having a general apex region that is located a second distance away from the axis longitudinally bisecting the tape, where the second distance is less than the first distance.
- an “apex region” may be defined as the region of the peak shape and the trough shape that is furthest away or closest to the longitudinal axis respectively. The apex region may comprise a defined point or a more general region in exemplary aspects.
- a trough on the first side may be aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side, and a peak on the first side may be aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side.
- the exemplary tape described herein may have a number of different thicknesses as well as a number of different widths as measured from a peak on the first side to a peak on the second side. As well, the tape may have a number of different tolerances as measured from a trough on the first side to a trough on the second side. In addition, it is contemplated herein that there may be a number of different distances between adjacent peaks on each side of the tape and between adjacent troughs on each side of the tape. It is further contemplated herein that there may be a number of different angles formed between adjacent troughs.
- each peak and each trough may terminate at a defined apex point, while in another example, the peaks and troughs may be more rounded and even assume an undulating or sinusoidal characteristic.
- different geometric shapes such as, for examples, circles, stars, triangles, squares, and the like, may be associated with the peaks to provide a pleasing aesthetic appearance to the tape while still providing an enhanced stretch characteristic. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- the exemplary elastomeric tape described herein may be formed from a traditional tape having sides in linear alignment by cutting the tape to form the peaks and troughs having the shape configurations described. Once cut, the exemplary elastomeric tape may be used to bond and/or to reinforce seams and/or hems of an article.
- the term “elastomeric tape” may comprise a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) tape, a polyurethane (PU) tape, a silicone tape, a rubber tape, and the like.
- TPU thermoplastic polyurethane
- PU polyurethane
- An exemplary TPU tape may be manufactured by Bemis Associates Inc. located in Shirley, Mass. The materials used to form the tape may have an inherent modulus of elasticity.
- the tape may be colored or uncolored and may have varying thicknesses.
- the tape may have an adhesive on one of its surfaces that is used to adhere or bond the tape to, for example, a seam or hem of an article using light, ultrasound, heat, a chemical process, mechanical pressure, and the like.
- the tape may not have an adhesive on one of its surfaces and, instead, may be directly bonded to the seam or hem using the same processes noted above. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- FIGS. 1A and 1B An exemplary elastomeric tape, referenced generally by the numeral 100 , is shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B in accordance with aspects herein.
- the exemplary tape 100 has a shape configuration that provides an enhanced stretch characteristic to the tape 100 in response to a stretch force in accordance with aspects herein. Accordingly, the tape 100 shown in FIG. 1A is in a resting, or non-stretched state.
- the tape 100 comprises a first side 110 and a second side 112 opposite the first side 110 .
- the tape 100 further comprises a first surface and a second surface as will be shown and discussed in relation to FIG. 2 .
- FIG. 1A An exemplary elastomeric tape, referenced generally by the numeral 100 .
- the first side 110 comprises a series of alternating peaks referenced generally by the numeral 114 and troughs referenced generally by the numeral 118
- the second side 112 comprises a series of alternating peaks referenced generally by the numeral 116 and troughs referenced generally by the numeral 120
- the apex region of the peaks 114 , 116 and the troughs 118 , 120 may be pointed (e.g., terminate at an actual point) or may be more rounded as shown in FIG. 1A .
- FIGS. 10-16 illustrate examples of other exemplary configurations of peaks and troughs; these figures will be discussed in greater detail below.
- a trough 120 on the second side 112 is aligned across the width of the tape 100 with a peak 114 on the first side 110 .
- trough 117 is aligned across the width of the tape with peak 113 .
- a trough 118 on the first side 110 is aligned across the width of the tape 100 with a peak 116 on the second side 112 .
- trough 115 is aligned across the width of the tape 100 with peak 119 .
- This configuration may be particularly suited for applications to straight or non-curved seams as well as curved or irregular seams.
- Reference numeral 123 indicates a hypothetical longitudinal axis that bisects the tape 100 and runs the length of the tape 100 .
- the tape 100 in its non-stretched state has a width 120 , where the width 120 is measured from an apex of a peak 114 on the first side 110 to an apex of a peak 116 on the second side 112 .
- Exemplary widths 120 may comprise, for instance, 10 millimeters (mm), 15 mm, 18 mm, 20 mm, 27 mm, or 30 mm. It is contemplated, however, that the exemplary tape 100 may have a width 120 less than 10 mm, greater than 30 mm, and/or have a width 120 at any value between 10 mm and 30 mm.
- the tape 100 in its non-stretched state has a tolerance 121 , where the tolerance 121 is measured from an apex of a trough 118 on the first side 110 to an apex of a trough 120 on the second side 112 .
- Exemplary tolerances 121 may comprise, for example, 3 mm, 5 mm, 5.5 mm, or 8 mm. It is contemplated, however, that the exemplary tape 100 may have a tolerance 121 less than 3 mm, greater than 8 mm, and/or have a tolerance 121 at any value between 3 mm and 8 mm.
- the tape 100 in its non-stretched state has a distance 122 between the apexes of adjacent peaks 114 and between the apexes of adjacent peaks 116 that may comprise, for example, 4 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, or 14 mm. It is contemplated, however, that the distance 122 may be less than 4 mm, greater than 14 mm, and/or have a distance 122 at any value between 4 mm and 14 mm. By extension, the distance between the apexes of adjacent troughs 118 and between the apexes of adjacent troughs 120 may be the same as the distance 122 .
- distance 122 between the adjacent peaks 114 and the adjacent troughs 118 on the first side 110 is the same as the distance 122 between the adjacent peaks 116 and the adjacent troughs 120 on the second side 112 .
- Reference numeral 127 indicates a peak offset distance between a peak 114 on the first side 110 and a peak 116 on the second side 112 of the tape 100 .
- the peak offset distance 127 may be approximately half of the distance 122 between adjacent peaks on the same side of the tape 100 .
- the tape 100 in its non-stretched state may have a trough angle 125 that may comprise 30 degrees, 40 degrees, 45 degrees, 50 degrees, 60 degrees, or the like.
- the trough angle may be defined as the angle taken at the apex region of a trough.
- the angle 125 is the same between the troughs 118 and the troughs 120 in exemplary aspects. It is contemplated herein that the angle 125 may be less than 30 degrees, greater than 60 degrees, and/or any value between 30 degrees and 60 degrees.
- FIG. 1B illustrates the tape 100 when a stretch force 128 is applied to the tape 100 along its longitudinal axis 123 (shown by the arrows).
- the stretch force 128 is applied to the tape 100
- the apexes of the peaks 114 and 116 are drawn toward the longitudinal axis 123 thereby decreasing the width 120 of the tape 100 to a new width 124 less than the width 120 .
- the stretch force 128 further causes the distance 122 between adjacent peaks to increase to a new distance 126 greater than the distance 122 .
- the trough angle 125 for both sides of the tape 100 may increase to a new trough angle 129 that is greater than the trough angle 125 .
- the peak offset distance 127 increases to a new peak offset distance 130 that is greater than the peak offset distance 127 .
- the result of these actions is a reversible increase in the linear length of the tape 100 .
- the stretch force 128 does not exceed the modulus of elasticity of the tape 100 , the tape 100 will return to its resting state as shown in FIG. 1A once the stretch force 128 is removed.
- the configuration thus described makes the tape 100 particularly useful for bonding and/or reinforcing seams and/or hems for which a degree of stretch is desired.
- the tape 200 may comprise the tape 100 in exemplary aspects.
- the tape 200 comprises a first surface 210 and a second surface 212 .
- the tape 200 may have a number of different thickness between, for instance 25 micrometers up to 0.40 mm.
- an adhesive layer 214 may be applied to the second surface 212 .
- the adhesive layer 214 may be used to bond or affix the second surface 212 of the tape 200 to an article seam or an article hem.
- the adhesive layer 214 may be activated via the application of light, ultrasound, heat, pressure, or via a chemical process.
- the tape 200 may not have an adhesive layer and, instead, may be directly affixed to, for example, a seam or a hem. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- FIG. 3 is a top view of an exemplary tape 310 used to bond and/or reinforce a seam of an article 300 in accordance with aspects herein.
- the exemplary tape 310 may comprise the tape 300 .
- the article 300 comprises at least a first panel of material 312 (only a portion of which is shown), and a second panel of material 314 (only a portion of which is shown).
- a seam 320 (shown in relief) is formed where the edge 316 of the first panel 312 abuts the edge 318 of the second panel 314 .
- the seam 320 is shown as curved although it is contemplated herein that the seam 320 may be straight or irregular.
- the tape 310 is shown overlying the seam 320 .
- the tape 310 has an exemplary configuration similar to that shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B where a trough on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape 310 with a peak on the second side, and a peak on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape 310 with a trough on the second side.
- the tape 310 may be adhered to the panels 312 and 314 via an adhesive layer such as the adhesive layer 214 of FIG. 2 .
- the tape 310 may be directly adhered or affixed to the panels 312 and 314 without use of an adhesive layer.
- the tape 310 may be heat pressed to a temperature that causes the tape 310 to partially melt and adhere to the panels 312 and 314 . Any and all aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- FIG. 4 is a cross-section view taken at the seam 320 .
- the seam 320 represents the junction of the edge 316 of the first panel 312 with the edge 318 of the second panel 314 .
- the exemplary elastomeric tape 310 overlies the seam 320 . More specifically, a surface of the tape 310 overlies the seam 320 and may be affixed to the seam 320 via an adhesive layer such as the adhesive layer 214 of FIG. 3 .
- the edges 316 and 318 may directly touch one another, and/or one of the edges 316 or 318 may overlap the other edge 316 or 318 .
- edges 316 and 318 may be directly affixed to each other using ultrasonic welding.
- the seam 320 may be secured and or affixed using affixing technologies such as stitching or adhesives.
- the tape 310 may act to reinforce the already-affixed seam 320 .
- the edges 316 and 318 may only be secured and/or affixed via the tape 310 . Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- FIG. 5A illustrates an article of apparel 500 for an upper torso of a wearer, where the article of apparel 500 comprises at least a collar portion 510 affixed to a body portion 512 at a seam 514 , where the seam 514 is curved.
- the seam 514 is bonded and/or reinforced by an elastomeric tape 516 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of the tape 100 .
- the article 500 further includes a hem 518 at its bottom margin.
- the hem 518 is bonded and/or reinforced by an elastomeric tape 520 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of the tape 100 . Although shown on the external-facing surface of the article 500 for aesthetic appeal, it is contemplated herein that the hem 518 may face inward and the tape 520 may be located on an inner-facing surface of the article of apparel 500 .
- FIG. 5B illustrates an exemplary sleeve of the article of apparel 600 , where the sleeve has a hem 522 that is bonded and/or reinforced by an elastomeric tape 524 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of the tape 100 .
- a close-up view of a hem that is bonded and/or reinforced by the exemplary elastomeric tape described herein is shown in FIG. 8 and is referenced generally by the numeral 800 .
- a textile material 810 is shown as being folded over onto itself to form a hem line 814 .
- the hem line 814 may be affixed using an exemplary elastomeric tape 812 as described herein such as the tape 100 .
- the hem 814 may be secured using only the elastomeric tape 812 , while in other aspects, the hem 814 may be secured using, for example, stitching, welding, and/or an adhesive and the elastomeric tape 812 may be used to further reinforce the hem 814 .
- the hem 814 may be located on any portion of an article.
- FIGS. 6A-6C illustrate exemplary articles of apparel for a lower torso of a wearer.
- the article of apparel 600 comprises at least a front panel 610 affixed to a back panel 612 by a curved seam 614 .
- the seam 614 is shown as being bonded or reinforced by an elastomeric tape 616 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of the tape 100 .
- the shape configuration of the tape 616 enables its surface to be fully adherent to the seam 614 throughout the length of the seam 614 . This is because the peaks and troughs of the tape 616 are able to flex such that the tape conforms to the curved shape of the seam 614 .
- the tape 616 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of the apparel item 600 for aesthetic appeal, it is contemplated herein that the tape 616 may be located on the internal-facing surface of the apparel item 600 .
- Apparel item 650 in FIG. 6B is also in the form of a short having a hem 618 that is bonded and/or reinforced by an exemplary elastomeric tape 620 having the shape configuration described herein such as the shape configuration associated with the tape 100 .
- the tape 620 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of the apparel item 650 , it is contemplated herein that the tape 620 may also be located on the inner-facing surface of the apparel item 650 .
- FIG. 6C illustrates an article of apparel 675 for a lower torso of a wearer, where the article 675 comprises at least a front panel 622 affixed to a back panel 624 by a straight seam 626 .
- the seam 626 is shown as being bonded or reinforced by an exemplary elastomeric tape 628 having an exemplary configuration described herein such as the exemplary configuration of the tape 100 .
- the configuration associated with the tape 100 is suited to impart a degree of stretch to seams and or hems regardless of whether the seam and/or hem is straight or curved.
- the tape 628 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of the apparel item 675 for aesthetic appeal, it is contemplated herein that the tape 628 may be located on the internal-facing surface of the apparel item 675 .
- FIG. 7 illustrates an article in the form of a shoe 700 .
- the shoe 700 may be in the form of an athletic shoe, a dress shoe, and the like.
- the shoe 700 comprises at least a first panel 710 affixed to a second end panel 712 by a seam 714 .
- the seam 714 is shown as being bonded or reinforced by an exemplary elastomeric tape 716 having an exemplary configuration described herein such as the exemplary configuration of the tape 100 .
- the tape 716 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of the shoe 700 , it is contemplated herein that the tape 716 may be located on the internal-facing surface of the shoe 700 .
- the exemplary elastomeric tape described herein may further be utilized as a lace or may be utilized on seams located on different areas of the shoe than that shown in FIG. 7 .
- FIGS. 5A-7 are exemplary only. It is contemplated herein that the articles shown in these figures may take different forms such as a long-sleeved shirt, a pull-over, a tank-top, a jacket or coat, a camisole, a swim top, and the like for the article of apparel for an upper torso, and may take the form of a pant, a capri, a half-pant, a three-quarter pant, a tight, and the like for the article of apparel for a lower torso. Further, articles contemplated herein may further include articles such as hats, hoods, socks, gloves, mittens, totes, backpacks, duffle bags, purses, and the like. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- FIGS. 10-16 illustrate exemplary configurations for peaks and troughs associated with exemplary elastomeric tapes described herein such as the tape 100 .
- the variations in widths of the tapes, tolerances of the tapes, peak offsets, trough angles, and distances between adjacent peaks and troughs discussed above with respect to the exemplary tape 100 are equally applicable to the tapes shown in FIGS. 10-16 .
- FIG. 10 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape 1000 having a shape configuration where each peak 1010 and each trough 1012 terminates at an apex point.
- the tolerance 1014 as measured between a trough 1012 on a first side of the tape 1000 and a trough 1012 on the second side of the tape 1000 may be negligible or even non-existent although it is contemplated herein that the tolerance may comprise one of the values discussed above.
- FIG. 11 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape 1100 having a shape configuration where the peaks 1110 and the troughs 1112 are flattened out as compared to the tape 100 .
- the trough angle for the tape 1100 may be greater than the trough angle of other exemplary configurations.
- FIG. 12 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape 1200 having a shape configuration where the peaks 1210 and the troughs 1212 assume an undulating or sinusoidal configuration.
- FIG. 13 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape 1300 where each peak 1310 terminates in a circular structure.
- the tape 1300 may have an aesthetic appeal that makes it suitable for use on an external-facing surface of an article while still maintaining its enhanced stretch characteristic.
- FIG. 14 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape 1400 where each peak 1410 terminates in a triangular structure. Similar to the tape 1300 , the tape 1400 may have an aesthetic appeal that makes it suitable for use on an external-facing surface of an article while still maintaining its enhanced stretch and/or flexion characteristics.
- FIG. 15 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape 1500 where each peak 1510 is notched.
- FIG. 16 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape 1600 where each peak 1610 has a pair of apex points and each trough 1612 has a configuration similar to that associated with the tape 100 .
- the configurations depicted in FIGS. 10-16 are exemplary only and it is contemplated herein that the apex shapes and the trough shapes may assume a variety of different appearances without departing from the scope described herein.
- FIG. 9 a flow diagram is illustrated of an exemplary method 900 of manufacturing an elastomeric tape having an enhanced stretch characteristic.
- an elastomeric tape having a traditional configuration is provided where the elastomeric tape comprises a first planar surface, a second planar surface opposite the first surface, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side where the first and second sides are linear and are in parallel alignment with each other.
- the elastomeric tape provided in the step 910 is cut such that the first side comprises a series of alternating peaks and troughs and the second side comprises a series of alternating peaks and troughs.
- the tape may be cut such that a peak on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side, and a trough on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side.
- This configuration is exemplified by the tape 100 of FIGS. 1A and 1B .
- Cutting may occur via a die-cutter that has two complementary die-cutting wheels. In aspects, cutting may also occur via other processes such as laser cutting, hydro-jet cutting, hand cutting, and the like.
- the cut tape, or a portion of the cut tape may be applied to a one or more seams or hems of an article such as the articles shown in FIGS. 5A-7 .
- the cut tape Prior to application, the cut tape may be re-rolled and fed into a tape dispenser. As such, application of the tape to the seam or hem may occur via the tape dispenser.
- the tape may be activated to adhere the tape to the seam or hem in order to bond and/or reinforce the seam or hem. Activation may occur via heat, light, ultrasound, mechanical pressure, a chemical process, and the like.
Abstract
An elastomeric tape having a shape configuration that provides an enhanced longitudinal stretch characteristic is provided herein. The exemplary tape comprises a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, a first side and a second side opposite the first side where the first side comprises a series of alternating peaks and troughs and the second side comprises a series of alternating peaks and troughs.
Description
- The present disclosure relates to an elastomeric tape used, for example, to reinforce and/or bond seams or hems of an article, where the elastomeric tape has a shape configuration that imparts an enhanced stretch characteristic to the tape and to the seams once affixed.
- Traditional elastomeric tapes used, for example, to affix seams or hems of an article and/or to reinforce an already-affixed seam or hem generally have a shape configuration comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side where the first and second sides are linear and are in parallel alignment with each other. Although these types of tapes may exhibit some degree of stretch along their longitudinal axes due to their material composition, the degree of stretch is typically limited. Because of the limited longitudinal stretch characteristics of traditional tapes, the seams on which the tapes are used generally exhibit low stretch characteristics. For seams located on, for example, an article of apparel, this may result in wearer discomfort when the wearer moves or is donning or doffing the apparel item. Moreover, when a tension force is applied to the seam of the article that exceeds the limited degree of stretch of the tape, the tape may break and/or become unaffixed from the seam with a resultant loss in seam integrity.
- This Summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the Detailed Description. This Summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter. The present invention is defined by the claims.
- At a high level, aspects herein are directed towards an exemplary elastomeric tape having an enhanced stretch characteristic along a longitudinal axis of the tape in response to a stretch force. The enhanced stretch characteristic is due to the shape configuration of the tape as well as the inherent stretch characteristics of the material used to form the tape. In general, the tape comprises a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface. Continuing, the tape has a first side having a shape configuration comprising a first series of alternating peaks and troughs, and a second side opposite the first side where the second side has a second series of alternating peaks and troughs. To impart the enhanced stretch characteristic, the tape may be configured such that a peak on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side, and a trough on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side.
- Continuing, by having the shape configuration as described, the exemplary elastomeric tape may longitudinally stretch to a greater degree in response to a stretch force as compared to elastomeric tapes having linear sides in parallel alignment. This is because the shape configuration described herein provides a longer linear distance that “rotates” or translates into the axis of stretch to provide additional length to the tape. Thus, when the elastomeric tape described herein is used to bond and/or reinforce an article seam or an article hem, the seam or hem is able to undergo a greater degree of stretch along its longitudinal axis while still maintaining the integrity of the tape. This not only improves the usability of the article but also allows seam and/or hem integrity to be maintained under higher degrees of mechanical stretch as compared to seams or hems bonded or reinforced with traditional seam tapes. Moreover, when the article is in the form of an apparel item, wearer comfort is improved due to the greater degree of stretch at the seams and/or hems.
- Aspects herein further relate to a method of manufacturing an elastomeric tape having enhanced stretch characteristic. The method may comprise providing an elastomeric tape having a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side where the first side and the second side are linear and are in parallel alignment with each other. The elastomeric tape is then cut using, for example, a die cutter having two complementary die cutting wheels such that the first side has a shape configuration comprising a first series of alternating peaks and troughs and the second side has a shape configuration comprising a second series of alternating peaks and troughs. In an exemplary aspect, the tape may be cut such that a peak on the first side of the tape is aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side of the tape, and a trough on the first side of the tape is aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side.
- The method may further comprise, for instance, rolling the cut tape onto a roller, using the roller to apply the cut elastomeric tape to one or more hems or seams of an article and activating the tape such that it is adhered to the one or more hems or seams. The activation of the tape may be through a heat process, a chemical process, light, ultrasound, mechanical pressure, and the like.
- Aspects may also relate to an article having an elastomeric tape that provides enhanced stretch characteristic at one or more seams and/or hems of the article. The article may be in the form of, for instance, an article of apparel for an upper or a lower torso of a wearer, a backpack, a duffel bag, a purse, a shoe, and the like. With respect to seams, the article may comprise at least a first panel of material and a second panel of material where the second panel abuts the first panel at one or seams. In exemplary aspects, the seams and/or hems may be straight, curved, or irregular. In exemplary aspects the article may further comprise the elastomeric tape having the shape configuration described herein.
- Examples of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the attached drawing figures, wherein:
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FIG. 1A illustrates a plan view of an exemplary configuration for an exemplary elastomeric tape in a non-stretched state in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 1B illustrates a plan view of the exemplary configuration for the exemplary elastomeric tape ofFIG. 1A in a stretched state in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary elastomeric tape bonding and/or reinforcing a seam in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 4 illustrates cross-section taken along line 4-4 ofFIG. 3 in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 5A illustrates an exemplary article of apparel for an upper torso of a wearer having a seam and/or a hem bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 5B illustrates an exemplary sleeve of the article of apparel ofFIG. 5A having a hem bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIGS. 6A-6C illustrates exemplary articles of apparel for a lower torso of a wearer having seams and/or hems bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with aspects herein; -
FIG. 7 illustrates an exemplary article in the form of a shoe having a seam bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 8 illustrate an exemplary hem of an article where the hem is bonded and/or reinforced with an exemplary elastomeric tape in accordance with an aspect herein; -
FIG. 9 illustrates a flow diagram of an exemplary method of manufacturing and using an elastomeric tape having enhanced mechanical stretch characteristics in accordance with an aspect herein; and -
FIGS. 10-16 illustrate exemplary configurations for exemplary elastomeric tapes in accordance with aspects herein. - The subject matter of the present invention is described with specificity herein to meet statutory requirements. However, the description itself is not intended to limit the scope of this patent. Rather, the inventors have contemplated that the claimed subject matter might also be embodied in other ways, to include different steps or combinations of steps similar to the ones described in this document, in conjunction with other present or future technologies. Moreover, although the terms “step” and/or “block” might be used herein to connote different elements of methods employed, the terms should not be interpreted as implying any particular order among or between various steps herein disclosed unless and except when the order of individual steps is explicitly stated.
- Aspects herein relate to an exemplary elastomeric tape having a defined shape configuration that provides for an enhanced stretch characteristic along the longitudinal axis of the tape in response to a stretch force. More specifically, the exemplary elastomeric tape comprises a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface. In aspects, the second surface may have an adhesive that is activated by, for instance, heat, light, mechanical pressure, ultrasound, and the like. Continuing, the elastomeric tape may further comprise a first side and a second side opposite the first side. Each side of the tape may have a shape configuration comprising a series of alternating peaks and troughs. As used throughout this disclosure, a “peak” may be defined as a shape having a general apex region that is located a first distance away from an axis longitudinally bisecting the tape, and an “trough” may be defined as a shape having a general apex region that is located a second distance away from the axis longitudinally bisecting the tape, where the second distance is less than the first distance. Further, an “apex region” may be defined as the region of the peak shape and the trough shape that is furthest away or closest to the longitudinal axis respectively. The apex region may comprise a defined point or a more general region in exemplary aspects.
- In an exemplary configuration, a trough on the first side may be aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side, and a peak on the first side may be aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side. This shape configuration combined with the inherent elasticity due to the material composition of the elastomeric tape, allows the tape to be stretched to a greater length in response to a longitudinal stretch force as compared to traditional tapes where the sides are linear and in parallel alignment with each other. One reason for this is that the shape configuration as described provides a longer linear distance that rotates or translates into the axis of stretch to help provide additional length.
- The exemplary tape described herein may have a number of different thicknesses as well as a number of different widths as measured from a peak on the first side to a peak on the second side. As well, the tape may have a number of different tolerances as measured from a trough on the first side to a trough on the second side. In addition, it is contemplated herein that there may be a number of different distances between adjacent peaks on each side of the tape and between adjacent troughs on each side of the tape. It is further contemplated herein that there may be a number of different angles formed between adjacent troughs.
- The peaks and troughs described above, moreover, may have a number of different configurations. In one example, each peak and each trough may terminate at a defined apex point, while in another example, the peaks and troughs may be more rounded and even assume an undulating or sinusoidal characteristic. In yet another exemplary aspect, different geometric shapes such as, for examples, circles, stars, triangles, squares, and the like, may be associated with the peaks to provide a pleasing aesthetic appearance to the tape while still providing an enhanced stretch characteristic. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- The exemplary elastomeric tape described herein may be formed from a traditional tape having sides in linear alignment by cutting the tape to form the peaks and troughs having the shape configurations described. Once cut, the exemplary elastomeric tape may be used to bond and/or to reinforce seams and/or hems of an article.
- As used throughout this disclosure, the term “elastomeric tape” may comprise a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) tape, a polyurethane (PU) tape, a silicone tape, a rubber tape, and the like. An exemplary TPU tape may be manufactured by Bemis Associates Inc. located in Shirley, Mass. The materials used to form the tape may have an inherent modulus of elasticity. The tape may be colored or uncolored and may have varying thicknesses. Further, in exemplary aspects, the tape may have an adhesive on one of its surfaces that is used to adhere or bond the tape to, for example, a seam or hem of an article using light, ultrasound, heat, a chemical process, mechanical pressure, and the like. In other exemplary aspects, the tape may not have an adhesive on one of its surfaces and, instead, may be directly bonded to the seam or hem using the same processes noted above. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein.
- An exemplary elastomeric tape, referenced generally by the numeral 100, is shown in
FIGS. 1A and 1B in accordance with aspects herein. Theexemplary tape 100 has a shape configuration that provides an enhanced stretch characteristic to thetape 100 in response to a stretch force in accordance with aspects herein. Accordingly, thetape 100 shown inFIG. 1A is in a resting, or non-stretched state. Thetape 100 comprises afirst side 110 and asecond side 112 opposite thefirst side 110. Thetape 100 further comprises a first surface and a second surface as will be shown and discussed in relation toFIG. 2 . In the exemplary configuration shown inFIG. 1A , thefirst side 110 comprises a series of alternating peaks referenced generally by the numeral 114 and troughs referenced generally by the numeral 118, and thesecond side 112 comprises a series of alternating peaks referenced generally by the numeral 116 and troughs referenced generally by the numeral 120. The apex region of thepeaks troughs FIG. 1A .FIGS. 10-16 illustrate examples of other exemplary configurations of peaks and troughs; these figures will be discussed in greater detail below. - In the exemplary configuration shown in
FIG. 1A , atrough 120 on thesecond side 112 is aligned across the width of thetape 100 with apeak 114 on thefirst side 110. For instance,trough 117 is aligned across the width of the tape withpeak 113. Similarly, atrough 118 on thefirst side 110 is aligned across the width of thetape 100 with apeak 116 on thesecond side 112. For instance,trough 115 is aligned across the width of thetape 100 withpeak 119. This configuration may be particularly suited for applications to straight or non-curved seams as well as curved or irregular seams.Reference numeral 123 indicates a hypothetical longitudinal axis that bisects thetape 100 and runs the length of thetape 100. - As shown in
FIG. 1A , thetape 100 in its non-stretched state has awidth 120, where thewidth 120 is measured from an apex of apeak 114 on thefirst side 110 to an apex of apeak 116 on thesecond side 112.Exemplary widths 120 may comprise, for instance, 10 millimeters (mm), 15 mm, 18 mm, 20 mm, 27 mm, or 30 mm. It is contemplated, however, that theexemplary tape 100 may have awidth 120 less than 10 mm, greater than 30 mm, and/or have awidth 120 at any value between 10 mm and 30 mm. - As also shown in
FIG. 1A , thetape 100 in its non-stretched state has atolerance 121, where thetolerance 121 is measured from an apex of atrough 118 on thefirst side 110 to an apex of atrough 120 on thesecond side 112.Exemplary tolerances 121 may comprise, for example, 3 mm, 5 mm, 5.5 mm, or 8 mm. It is contemplated, however, that theexemplary tape 100 may have atolerance 121 less than 3 mm, greater than 8 mm, and/or have atolerance 121 at any value between 3 mm and 8 mm. - Continuing, the
tape 100 in its non-stretched state has adistance 122 between the apexes ofadjacent peaks 114 and between the apexes ofadjacent peaks 116 that may comprise, for example, 4 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, or 14 mm. It is contemplated, however, that thedistance 122 may be less than 4 mm, greater than 14 mm, and/or have adistance 122 at any value between 4 mm and 14 mm. By extension, the distance between the apexes ofadjacent troughs 118 and between the apexes ofadjacent troughs 120 may be the same as thedistance 122. Moreover, it is contemplated herein thatdistance 122 between theadjacent peaks 114 and theadjacent troughs 118 on thefirst side 110 is the same as thedistance 122 between theadjacent peaks 116 and theadjacent troughs 120 on thesecond side 112.Reference numeral 127 indicates a peak offset distance between a peak 114 on thefirst side 110 and apeak 116 on thesecond side 112 of thetape 100. In exemplary aspects, the peak offsetdistance 127 may be approximately half of thedistance 122 between adjacent peaks on the same side of thetape 100. - Still further, the
tape 100 in its non-stretched state may have atrough angle 125 that may comprise 30 degrees, 40 degrees, 45 degrees, 50 degrees, 60 degrees, or the like. The trough angle may be defined as the angle taken at the apex region of a trough. Theangle 125 is the same between thetroughs 118 and thetroughs 120 in exemplary aspects. It is contemplated herein that theangle 125 may be less than 30 degrees, greater than 60 degrees, and/or any value between 30 degrees and 60 degrees. -
FIG. 1B illustrates thetape 100 when astretch force 128 is applied to thetape 100 along its longitudinal axis 123 (shown by the arrows). When thestretch force 128 is applied to thetape 100, the apexes of thepeaks longitudinal axis 123 thereby decreasing thewidth 120 of thetape 100 to anew width 124 less than thewidth 120. Continuing, thestretch force 128 further causes thedistance 122 between adjacent peaks to increase to anew distance 126 greater than thedistance 122. Moreover, in response to thestretch force 128, thetrough angle 125 for both sides of thetape 100 may increase to anew trough angle 129 that is greater than thetrough angle 125. Still further, the peak offsetdistance 127 increases to a new peak offsetdistance 130 that is greater than the peak offsetdistance 127. The result of these actions is a reversible increase in the linear length of thetape 100. As long as thestretch force 128 does not exceed the modulus of elasticity of thetape 100, thetape 100 will return to its resting state as shown inFIG. 1A once thestretch force 128 is removed. The configuration thus described makes thetape 100 particularly useful for bonding and/or reinforcing seams and/or hems for which a degree of stretch is desired. - Turning now to
FIG. 2 , a side view of anexemplary tape 200 is illustrated in accordance with aspects herein. Thetape 200 may comprise thetape 100 in exemplary aspects. Thetape 200 comprises afirst surface 210 and asecond surface 212. In exemplary aspects, thetape 200 may have a number of different thickness between, for instance 25 micrometers up to 0.40 mm. In exemplary aspects, anadhesive layer 214 may be applied to thesecond surface 212. Theadhesive layer 214, in turn, may be used to bond or affix thesecond surface 212 of thetape 200 to an article seam or an article hem. In exemplary aspects, theadhesive layer 214 may be activated via the application of light, ultrasound, heat, pressure, or via a chemical process. Although shown with theadhesive layer 214, it is contemplated herein, that thetape 200 may not have an adhesive layer and, instead, may be directly affixed to, for example, a seam or a hem. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein. -
FIG. 3 is a top view of anexemplary tape 310 used to bond and/or reinforce a seam of anarticle 300 in accordance with aspects herein. Theexemplary tape 310 may comprise thetape 300. As shown inFIG. 3 , thearticle 300 comprises at least a first panel of material 312 (only a portion of which is shown), and a second panel of material 314 (only a portion of which is shown). A seam 320 (shown in relief) is formed where theedge 316 of thefirst panel 312 abuts theedge 318 of thesecond panel 314. With respect toFIG. 3 , theseam 320 is shown as curved although it is contemplated herein that theseam 320 may be straight or irregular. - The
tape 310 is shown overlying theseam 320. Thetape 310 has an exemplary configuration similar to that shown inFIGS. 1A and 1B where a trough on the first side is aligned across the width of thetape 310 with a peak on the second side, and a peak on the first side is aligned across the width of thetape 310 with a trough on the second side. Thetape 310 may be adhered to thepanels adhesive layer 214 ofFIG. 2 . Alternatively, thetape 310 may be directly adhered or affixed to thepanels tape 310 may be heat pressed to a temperature that causes thetape 310 to partially melt and adhere to thepanels -
FIG. 4 is a cross-section view taken at theseam 320. As shown, theseam 320 represents the junction of theedge 316 of thefirst panel 312 with theedge 318 of thesecond panel 314. The exemplaryelastomeric tape 310 overlies theseam 320. More specifically, a surface of thetape 310 overlies theseam 320 and may be affixed to theseam 320 via an adhesive layer such as theadhesive layer 214 ofFIG. 3 . Although shown as having a gap or space between theedges edges edges other edge edges seam 320 may be secured and or affixed using affixing technologies such as stitching or adhesives. In this instance, thetape 310 may act to reinforce the already-affixedseam 320. In other exemplary aspects, theedges tape 310. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein. - Examples of seams and/or hems located on articles and secured using the exemplary elastomeric tape described herein are shown in
FIGS. 5A-7 .FIG. 5A illustrates an article ofapparel 500 for an upper torso of a wearer, where the article ofapparel 500 comprises at least acollar portion 510 affixed to abody portion 512 at aseam 514, where theseam 514 is curved. Theseam 514 is bonded and/or reinforced by anelastomeric tape 516 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of thetape 100. Thearticle 500 further includes ahem 518 at its bottom margin. Thehem 518 is bonded and/or reinforced by anelastomeric tape 520 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of thetape 100. Although shown on the external-facing surface of thearticle 500 for aesthetic appeal, it is contemplated herein that thehem 518 may face inward and thetape 520 may be located on an inner-facing surface of the article ofapparel 500. -
FIG. 5B illustrates an exemplary sleeve of the article ofapparel 600, where the sleeve has ahem 522 that is bonded and/or reinforced by anelastomeric tape 524 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of thetape 100. A close-up view of a hem that is bonded and/or reinforced by the exemplary elastomeric tape described herein is shown inFIG. 8 and is referenced generally by the numeral 800. Atextile material 810 is shown as being folded over onto itself to form ahem line 814. Thehem line 814 may be affixed using an exemplaryelastomeric tape 812 as described herein such as thetape 100. In exemplary aspects, thehem 814 may be secured using only theelastomeric tape 812, while in other aspects, thehem 814 may be secured using, for example, stitching, welding, and/or an adhesive and theelastomeric tape 812 may be used to further reinforce thehem 814. Thehem 814 may be located on any portion of an article. -
FIGS. 6A-6C illustrate exemplary articles of apparel for a lower torso of a wearer. Referring toFIG. 6A , the article ofapparel 600 comprises at least afront panel 610 affixed to aback panel 612 by acurved seam 614. Theseam 614 is shown as being bonded or reinforced by anelastomeric tape 616 having an exemplary configuration as described herein such as the exemplary configuration of thetape 100. The shape configuration of thetape 616 enables its surface to be fully adherent to theseam 614 throughout the length of theseam 614. This is because the peaks and troughs of thetape 616 are able to flex such that the tape conforms to the curved shape of theseam 614. Although thetape 616 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of theapparel item 600 for aesthetic appeal, it is contemplated herein that thetape 616 may be located on the internal-facing surface of theapparel item 600. -
Apparel item 650 inFIG. 6B is also in the form of a short having ahem 618 that is bonded and/or reinforced by an exemplaryelastomeric tape 620 having the shape configuration described herein such as the shape configuration associated with thetape 100. Although thetape 620 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of theapparel item 650, it is contemplated herein that thetape 620 may also be located on the inner-facing surface of theapparel item 650. -
FIG. 6C illustrates an article ofapparel 675 for a lower torso of a wearer, where thearticle 675 comprises at least afront panel 622 affixed to aback panel 624 by astraight seam 626. Theseam 626 is shown as being bonded or reinforced by an exemplaryelastomeric tape 628 having an exemplary configuration described herein such as the exemplary configuration of thetape 100. As previously mentioned, the configuration associated with thetape 100 is suited to impart a degree of stretch to seams and or hems regardless of whether the seam and/or hem is straight or curved. Although thetape 628 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of theapparel item 675 for aesthetic appeal, it is contemplated herein that thetape 628 may be located on the internal-facing surface of theapparel item 675. -
FIG. 7 illustrates an article in the form of ashoe 700. Theshoe 700 may be in the form of an athletic shoe, a dress shoe, and the like. Theshoe 700 comprises at least afirst panel 710 affixed to asecond end panel 712 by aseam 714. Theseam 714 is shown as being bonded or reinforced by an exemplaryelastomeric tape 716 having an exemplary configuration described herein such as the exemplary configuration of thetape 100. Although thetape 716 is shown as being located on the external-facing surface of theshoe 700, it is contemplated herein that thetape 716 may be located on the internal-facing surface of theshoe 700. Moreover, with respect to an article in the form of a shoe, such as theshoe 700, the exemplary elastomeric tape described herein may further be utilized as a lace or may be utilized on seams located on different areas of the shoe than that shown inFIG. 7 . - The different articles shown in
FIGS. 5A-7 are exemplary only. It is contemplated herein that the articles shown in these figures may take different forms such as a long-sleeved shirt, a pull-over, a tank-top, a jacket or coat, a camisole, a swim top, and the like for the article of apparel for an upper torso, and may take the form of a pant, a capri, a half-pant, a three-quarter pant, a tight, and the like for the article of apparel for a lower torso. Further, articles contemplated herein may further include articles such as hats, hoods, socks, gloves, mittens, totes, backpacks, duffle bags, purses, and the like. Any and all such aspects, and any variation thereof, are contemplated as being within the scope herein. -
FIGS. 10-16 illustrate exemplary configurations for peaks and troughs associated with exemplary elastomeric tapes described herein such as thetape 100. The variations in widths of the tapes, tolerances of the tapes, peak offsets, trough angles, and distances between adjacent peaks and troughs discussed above with respect to theexemplary tape 100 are equally applicable to the tapes shown inFIGS. 10-16 . -
FIG. 10 illustrates an exemplaryelastomeric tape 1000 having a shape configuration where each peak 1010 and eachtrough 1012 terminates at an apex point. Moreover, as shown inFIG. 10 , thetolerance 1014 as measured between atrough 1012 on a first side of thetape 1000 and atrough 1012 on the second side of thetape 1000 may be negligible or even non-existent although it is contemplated herein that the tolerance may comprise one of the values discussed above. -
FIG. 11 illustrates an exemplaryelastomeric tape 1100 having a shape configuration where thepeaks 1110 and thetroughs 1112 are flattened out as compared to thetape 100. In other words, the trough angle for thetape 1100 may be greater than the trough angle of other exemplary configurations.FIG. 12 illustrates an exemplaryelastomeric tape 1200 having a shape configuration where thepeaks 1210 and thetroughs 1212 assume an undulating or sinusoidal configuration. -
FIG. 13 illustrates an exemplaryelastomeric tape 1300 where each peak 1310 terminates in a circular structure. Thetape 1300 may have an aesthetic appeal that makes it suitable for use on an external-facing surface of an article while still maintaining its enhanced stretch characteristic. -
FIG. 14 illustrates an exemplaryelastomeric tape 1400 where each peak 1410 terminates in a triangular structure. Similar to thetape 1300, thetape 1400 may have an aesthetic appeal that makes it suitable for use on an external-facing surface of an article while still maintaining its enhanced stretch and/or flexion characteristics. -
FIG. 15 illustrates an exemplaryelastomeric tape 1500 where each peak 1510 is notched.FIG. 16 illustrates an exemplaryelastomeric tape 1600 where each peak 1610 has a pair of apex points and eachtrough 1612 has a configuration similar to that associated with thetape 100. The configurations depicted inFIGS. 10-16 are exemplary only and it is contemplated herein that the apex shapes and the trough shapes may assume a variety of different appearances without departing from the scope described herein. - Turning now to
FIG. 9 , a flow diagram is illustrated of anexemplary method 900 of manufacturing an elastomeric tape having an enhanced stretch characteristic. At astep 910 an elastomeric tape having a traditional configuration is provided where the elastomeric tape comprises a first planar surface, a second planar surface opposite the first surface, a first side, and a second side opposite the first side where the first and second sides are linear and are in parallel alignment with each other. - At a
step 912, the elastomeric tape provided in thestep 910 is cut such that the first side comprises a series of alternating peaks and troughs and the second side comprises a series of alternating peaks and troughs. In an exemplary aspect, the tape may be cut such that a peak on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a trough on the second side, and a trough on the first side is aligned across the width of the tape with a peak on the second side. This configuration is exemplified by thetape 100 ofFIGS. 1A and 1B . Cutting may occur via a die-cutter that has two complementary die-cutting wheels. In aspects, cutting may also occur via other processes such as laser cutting, hydro-jet cutting, hand cutting, and the like. - At a
step 914, the cut tape, or a portion of the cut tape may be applied to a one or more seams or hems of an article such as the articles shown inFIGS. 5A-7 . Prior to application, the cut tape may be re-rolled and fed into a tape dispenser. As such, application of the tape to the seam or hem may occur via the tape dispenser. At astep 916, the tape may be activated to adhere the tape to the seam or hem in order to bond and/or reinforce the seam or hem. Activation may occur via heat, light, ultrasound, mechanical pressure, a chemical process, and the like. - From the foregoing, it will be seen that aspects herein are well adapted to attain all the ends and objects hereinabove set forth together with other advantages which are obvious and which are inherent to the structure. It will be understood that certain features and subcombinations are of utility and may be employed without reference to other features and subcombinations. This is contemplated by and is within the scope of the claims. Since many possible aspects may be made without departing from the scope thereof, it is to be understood that all matter herein set forth or shown in the accompanying drawings is to be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense.
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1. An elastomeric tape having one or more of an enhanced stretch characteristic along a longitudinal axis of the elastomeric tape, the elastomeric tape comprising:
a first surface;
a second surface opposite the first surface;
a first side having a shape configuration comprising a first series of alternating peaks and troughs; and
a second side having a shape configuration comprising a second series of alternating peaks and troughs.
2. The elastomeric tape of claim 1 , wherein a peak on the second side is aligned across a width of the elastomeric tape with a trough on the first side, and a trough on the second side is aligned across the width of the elastomeric tape with a peak on the first side.
3. The elastomeric tape of claim 1 , wherein the width of the elastomeric tape taken between a first peak on the first side and a first peak on the second side comprises one of 10 mm, 15 mm, 18 mm, 20 mm, 27 mm, or 30 mm.
4. The elastomeric tape of claim 1 , wherein a distance between a first peak on the first side and a second, adjacent peak on the first side comprises one of 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm, 18 mm, or 20 mm.
5. The elastomeric tape of claim 4 , wherein a distance between a first peak on the second side and a second, adjacent peak on the second side comprises one of 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm, 18 mm, or 20 mm.
6. The elastomeric tape of claim 5 , wherein the distance between the first peak on the first side and the second, adjacent peak on the first side is the same as the distance between the first peak on the second side and the second, adjacent peak on the second side.
7. The elastomeric tape of claim 1 , wherein a tolerance of the elastomeric tape taken between a first trough on the first side and a first trough on the second side comprises one of 3 mm, 5 mm, 5.5 mm, or 8 mm.
8. The elastomeric tape of claim 1 , wherein the peaks and the troughs of the first and second sides are pointed at their apexes.
9. The elastomeric tape of claim 1 , wherein the peaks and the troughs of the first and second sides are rounded at their apexes.
10. The elastomeric tape of claim 1 , wherein an adhesive is deposited on the second surface of the elastomeric tape.
11. A method of manufacturing an elastomeric tape having an enhanced mechanical stretch characteristic, the method comprising:
providing an elastomeric tape having a first surface, a second surface opposite the first surface, a first side, and a second side, wherein the first side and the second side are linear and are in parallel alignment with each other; and
cutting the elastomeric tape such that the first side has a shape configuration comprising a first series of alternating peaks and troughs and the second side has a shape configuration comprising a second series of alternating peaks and troughs.
12. The method of manufacture of claim 11 , wherein the elastomeric tape is cut such that such that a peak on the second side is aligned across a width of the elastomeric tape with a trough on the first side and a trough on the second side is aligned across the width of the elastomeric tape with a peak on the first side.
13. The method of manufacture of claim 12 , wherein prior to being cut, the elastomeric tape stretches to a first degree in response to a fixed stretch force, and wherein subsequent to being cut, the elastomeric tape stretches to a second degree in response to the fixed stretch force, wherein the second degree of stretch is greater than the first degree of stretch.
14. The method of manufacturing of claim 11 , further comprising subsequent to cutting the elastomeric tape, positioning the tape within a tape dispenser.
15. The method of manufacture of claim 14 , further comprising:
applying at least a portion of the cut elastomeric tape to one or more seams or one or more hems of an article using the tape dispenser; and
activating the portion of the cut elastomeric tape such that the portion of the cut elastomeric tape is adhered to the one or more seams or the one or more hems.
16. The method of manufacture of claim 15 , wherein the elastomeric tape is activated using at least one of heat, light, ultrasound, mechanical pressure, or a chemical process.
17. An article having an elastomeric tape that provides an enhanced mechanical stretch characteristic at one or more seams or hems of the article, the article comprising:
a first panel of material;
a second panel of material, where the second panel of material abuts the first panel of material at least one seam; and
an elastomeric tape used to affix the first panel of material to the second panel of material at the at least one seam, the elastomeric tape having a shape configuration comprising:
a first surface;
a second surface opposite the first surface, wherein the second surface is affixed to the first panel and the second panel at the seam;
a first side having a shape configuration comprising a first series of alternating peaks and troughs; and
a second side having a shape configuration comprising a second series of alternating peaks and troughs on the second side.
18. The article of claim 17 , wherein the at least one seam is curved, and wherein an entirety of the second surface of the elastomeric tape is adherent to the at least one seam throughout the seam's length.
19. The article of claim 17 , wherein the article further comprises one or more hem lines and wherein the elastomeric tape is used to reinforce the one or more hem lines.
20. The article of claim 18 , wherein the article comprises one of a shoe, an apparel item for an upper torso of a wearer, or an apparel item for a lower torso of the wearer.
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