Absorbent article with multiple zone side panels
US6132411A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 1997 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/49015
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Absorbent articles such as disposable diapers, incontinence briefs, diaper holders, training pants, feminine hygiene garments and the like, that have a unique side panel improves the overall fit of the absorbent article as well as reducing the red marking of the wearer's skin. Such absorbent articles include a chassis assembly preferably having a liquid pervious topsheet, a liquid impervious backsheet joined to the topsheet, and an absorbent core positioned between the topsheet and the backsheet; a pair of side panels joined to the chassis assembly; and a closure system for maintaining the absorbent article on the wearer. The side panels have a low extension force leg zone and a high extension force waist zone.
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