Absorbent article having discontinuous absorbent core
US6802834B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 27, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 12, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 2, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/53463
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An absorbent article is constructed with a discontinuous absorbent core strengthened by a reinforcing scrim material embedded in the absorbent material of the core. The scrim facilitates maintenance of the integrity of the core in use although the core may be weakened by the provision of ventilation openings or other discontinuities. The scrim also helps to keep the proper location of the absorbent core within the article. Moreover, use of scrim or other reinforcing material facilitates the manufacture of the absorbent core and of the absorbent article.
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