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Method for deforming a web

US10376421B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 13, 2016
Grant dateAug 13, 2019
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Expiry dateFeb 16, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/4878
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention is directed to methods for deforming a web comprising the steps of supplying a precursor web; weakening the precursor web at a plurality of locations to create a plurality of weakened, melt-stabilized locations in precursor web; and forming a plurality of first features and a plurality of second features throughout the first and second layers of the web in the z-direction, wherein the plurality of first and second features are formed simultaneously.

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