Durable foam of olefin polymers, methods of making foam and articles prepared from same
US7361694B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/31913
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Olefin polymer-based, durable, open-cell foam compositions, structures and articles derived from same; methods for preparation of such foams; and use of the dry durable foams in various applications are disclosed. Further described is use of the foams and structures and articles made of same in absorption, filtration, insulation, cushioning and backing applications, and in particular for odor removal, hygiene and medical applications due to, among other properties, good absorption capabilities, softness and/or flexibility of the foams and their recyclable nature.
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