Absorbent articles having hinged fasteners
US6454751B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 22, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/15284
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A disposable absorbent article has an absorbent chassis and a fastening system. The fastening system includes a pair of first fastening components disposed in one waist region and at least one second fastening component disposed in an opposite waist region. The first fastening components include at least one hinge area that transversely bisects the first fastening components, allowing the fasteners to bend in conformity with the movements of the wearer's body.
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