Stem web
US8277922B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 3, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24612
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A stem web is disclosed that comprises a backing layer having a first surface and a second surface, and an array of 600 to 20000 upstanding stems projecting from the first surface of the backing. The stems comprise a height from 0.3 and 2.0 millimeters and a shore hardness less than 90A. In one embodiment, the stem web further comprises a reinforcing layer secured to the second surface. In one embodiment, the stem web is secured to a tool to be passed across a surface to be cleaned to capture lint and hair.
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