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Barrier cuff for a unitary disposable absorbent article having intermediate bond for sustained fit

US8002760B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 2, 2005
Grant dateAug 23, 2011
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F13/4752
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Absorbent articles such as disposable diapers and disposable pant like garments are disclosed. In particular, absorbent articles such as disposable diapers and pants having an improved barrier cuff structure for improved fit are described. The placement of a barrier cuff structure having a tackdown point near the waistband of the article tends to “pull down” the waistband and may cause sagging. Intermediate tackdown bonds are disclosed to achieve the containment benefits of a barrier cuff structure without sacrificing fit characteristics of the article. The intermediate tackdown may be intermediate one or both of the longitudinal ends of the barrier cuff strip and the lateral side edges of the strip. Additionally, the relationship of forces, angles, and design characteristics of aspects of the articles and sagging are disclosed.

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