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Fibers and fabrics prepared with propylene impact copolymers

US6440882B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 29, 2000
Grant dateAug 27, 2002
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Expiry dateFeb 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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