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Mechanical fastener

A technology of mechanical connection and female components, applied in fasteners, medical science, absorbent pads, etc., can solve the problem of damage to underwear

Active Publication Date: 2009-10-28
KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE INC
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Unfortunately, however, some such mechanical connectors may damage the underpants due to suboptimal engagement.

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[0029] Those of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains will appreciate that the present discussion is a description of exemplary embodiments only, and is not intended to be limiting of the invention in its broader aspects.

[0030] The present invention generally relates to a mechanical connection system comprising a male member attachable to a female member. The male member of the mechanical connection system may comprise a hook element of a hook and loop connection system. The male member can be connected to a variety of different materials used as the female member and can maintain a secure connection with the female member under effective levels of shear forces. For example, the female member may comprise any suitable fabric, such as woven fabrics, knitted fabrics, non-woven materials, and the like.

[0031]More particularly, the present invention relates to a male member of a mechanical attachment system that can be easily disengaged or disengaged fro...

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A mechanical fastener is disclosed. The mechanical fastener generally comprises the male component of a hook and loop fastening system. The male component contains a plurality of protrusions that havebeen surface modified. In particular, the protrusions have been surfaced modified in a manner that prevents damage to a female component during engagement and disengagement but yet still forms a firmattachment with the female component.

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Background technique [0001] Disposable absorbent articles such as diapers, training pants, adult incontinence articles, feminine hygiene articles, and the like typically include some type of attachment system to join parts of the article together or to attach the article to a wearing on the clothes of the victim. In the past, various attachment systems on disposable absorbent articles have been proposed, including pins, ties, buttons, snaps, adhesives, and mechanical attachment systems. [0002] For example, adhesives, such as pressure sensitive adhesives, have been used on diapers to attach the back of the diaper to the front of the diaper. Such adhesives have also been used on feminine hygiene articles, such as absorbent pads, to attach the article to the wearer's undergarment for holding the article in place. However, the use of adhesives has various disadvantages and disadvantages. For example, adhesive-based attachment systems may leave residue on the wearer's clothing...

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IPC IPC(8): A44B18/00A61F13/56A61F13/62
CPCA61F13/62A44B18/0061A44B18/0015A61F13/625Y10T24/27A44B18/00A61F13/56
Inventor N·V·埃弗里莫娃G·R·沃尔特曼M·L·麦克丹尼尔R·B·圭恩西三世N·克拉夫特T·A·伊比
Owner KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE INC
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