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Fastening system having elastomeric engaging elements and disposable absorbent article made therewith

US8052666B2 · kind B2 · utility

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79References

30Claims

0Family size

Assignee

Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc. · US

Inventors

Lawrence Howell Sawyer · Neenah, US
Robert Lee Popp · Hortonville, US
Joseph Daniel Coenen · Neenah, US
Michael John Faulks · Neenah, US
Christopher Peter Olson · Neenah, US
James Carr · Kaukauna, US

Key dates

Filing date	Dec 30, 2004
Grant date	Nov 8, 2011
Priority date	—
Expiry date	May 21, 2028

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61F13/627
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An improved mechanical fastening system that includes a male component and a female component is disclosed. The female component is adapted for releasable engagement with the male component, and the female component comprises a fibrous web, wherein the fibrous web comprises a layer of elastomeric fibers. A disposable absorbent article employing the improved mechanical fastening system is also disclosed.

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