Absorbent article with improved fastening system
US7416545B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F13/62
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides an article to be worn about a wearer including a surface fastening system having a primary direction of load bearing. The surface fastening system has a first surface fastening element and a second surface fastening element. The first fastening element is joined to the article, and the second fastening element is disposed so as to be generally in a face to face relationship with the first fastening element when the surface fastening system is in a fastened configuration. The surface fastening system has a peel resistance in a direction other than the primary direction of load bearing greater than or equal to about 1000 grams.
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