# Jean-Francois Duval — Patents explained on PatentBrief

Jean-Francois Duval has 1 landmark patent explained in plain English on PatentBrief.

- [Flexible Footplate for Robotic Walking Assistance](https://patentbrief.org/patent/us/11304827/unidirectional-actuated-exoskeleton-device) — granted 2022
  This patent describes a specialized composite footplate for footwear that includes a mechanical joint to help users with natural foot movements like pointing toes up or down, and rolling their ankles, especially when connected to an exoskeleton.

**Full profile:** https://patentbrief.org/inventor/jean-francois-duval

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