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Web with enhanced fluid transfer properties and method of making same
Assignee: Kimberly Clark Worldwide Inc
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Filing: 1983-10-17
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Granted: 1986-08-26
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Expires: 2003-10-17
Abstract
Abstract An absorbent web is provided with spaced apertures which have been formed by slitting, tensioning, and setting fusible material which forms a part of the web. The web preferably includes absorbent material which is capable of increased absorbency when compared to conventional cellulosic fibers.
Inventors
- 👤 Frederich O. Lassen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 14:29
CPC Classifications
D; D04; D04H; D04H1/00; D04H1/40; D04H1/58; D04H1/60; A; A61; A61F; A61F13/00; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T428/00; Y10T428/24; Y10T428/24273; Y10T428/24355; Y10T428/24471
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
34 words
An absorbent web comprising linear oriented absorbent fibers in thermoplastic material said web including a purality of spaced apertures extending downward through the web surface thereby increasing the available surface area for fluid absorption.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
34 words
An absorbent web comprising linear oriented absorbent fibers in thermoplastic material said web including a purality of spaced apertures extending downward through the web surface thereby increasing the available surface area for fluid absorption.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
The web according to claim 1 wherein said thermoplastic material is fibrous and provides a significant proportion of the structural strength of said web.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
14 words
The web according to claim 1 wherein said thermoplastic material is in powder form.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
A secretafacient device containing a web as set forth in claim 1 and a fluid impervious baffle.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
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| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1989-08-25 | 1990-02-24 | 1990-08-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1993-08-25 | 1994-02-24 | 1994-08-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1997-08-25 | 1998-02-24 | 1998-08-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |