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US 2006/0149210 A1Published application
Fastening system having elastomeric engaging elements and disposable absorbent article made therewith
AssigneeKimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.
InventorsLawrence Sawyer, Robert Popp, Joseph Coenen, Michael Faulks, Christopher Olson, James Carr
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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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A mechanical fastening system comprising:
- a male component having a plurality of male engaging elements;
- a female component having a plurality of female engaging elements adapted for releasable direct engagement with the male engaging elements, wherein the female engaging elements comprise elastomeric fibers, wherein the elastomeric fibers together define a fibrous web.
A disposable absorbent article comprising:
- a chassis comprising a bodyside liner and a garment-side outer cover;
- an absorbent assembly sandwiched between the liner and the outer cover;
- a mechanical fastening system comprising:
- a male component having a plurality of male engaging elements;
- a female component having a plurality of female engaging elements adapted for releasable direct engagement with the male engaging elements, wherein the female engaging elements comprise elastomeric fibers, wherein the elastomeric fibers together define a fibrous web.
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