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Absorbent structures with integrated contact elements

US9386897B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 25, 2013
Grant dateJul 12, 2016
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T156/1023
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A device comprising an absorbent structure and one or more resilient contact elements integrated into the absorbent structure is disclosed. The absorbent structure is preferably a sponge or foam structure and the resilient contact elements are squeegees, nodules, or combinations thereof. In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, the resilient contact elements include anchor features that are embedded within the absorbent stricture.

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