Fibers and fabrics prepared with propylene impact copolymers
US6440882B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 29, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 29, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T442/681
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention relates generally to novel fibers and fabrics. Specifically, these fibers are prepared using propylene impact copolymer compositions. Fabrics, particularly nonwoven fabrics, formed from these fibers exhibit improved elongation properties.
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