Articles comprising additively-manufactured components and methods of additive manufacturing

Abstract

Articles comprising one or more additively-manufactured components are provided, as are method of additively manufacturing such components. The additvely-manufactured components are designed to enhance performance and use of the article, such as, but not limited to: impact protection, including for managing different types of impacts; fit and comfort; adjustability; and/or other aspects of the article. The provided methods of additive manufacturing include methods involving expandable materials and the expansion of post-additively manufactured expandable components.

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