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Multilayer protective coverings with a sealing solution

US5483697A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 1, 1993
Grant dateJan 16, 1996
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Expiry dateOct 1, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2006/043
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Protective covering such as a surgical glove, finger cot or condom having two layers with a middle layer of sealing solution disposed between the two layers. The solution operates to fill punctures or tears in the two layers. The middle layer may include an evaporation inhibitor to inhibit evaporation of antimicrobial or sealing solutions in the middle layer.

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