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MALE INCONTINENCE ARTICLE AND RELATED METHODS
20250312199 · 2025-10-09 ·

An incontinence article for a male that has a penis and a scrotum extends along a longitudinal axis. The article has a pouch and a sling that is connected to that pouch. The pouch includes one or more layers of nonwoven material and is configured to envelop the penis, with the pouch having a first open end and a second closed end that is longitudinally opposed the first open end. The sling is connected to the pouch adjacent the first open end of the pouch and includes a loop portion that is configured to fit around an underside of the scrotum and the penis of the male, with that loop portion being extensible in at least a generally circumferential direction of the loop portion.

ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH FASTENING SYSTEM
20250318966 · 2025-10-16 ·

A disposable absorbent article comprising: a liquid permeable topsheet; a liquid impermeable backsheet; and an absorbent core comprising absorbent material therein and being sandwiched between said topsheet and backsheet; the topsheet. backsheet and absorbent core together forming a chassis of said article, wherein said chassis comprises a perimeter formed by first and second transverse edges and first and second longitudinal edges connecting the first and second transverse edges; a longitudinal centerline (y) extending substantially parallel to said first and second longitudinal edges and interposed therebetween such to divide said chassis into a first longitudinal half between said longitudinal centerline (y) and said first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal half between said longitudinal centerline (y) and said second longitudinal edge; and a transverse centerline (x) extending substantially parallel to said first and second transverse edges and interposed therebetween such to divide said chassis into a first transverse half between said transverse centerline (x) and said first transverse edge and a second transverse half between said transverse centerline (x) and said second transverse edge; wherein said article further comprises an outer cover positioned on a garment-facing side of said backsheet and covering at least 75% of an area defined by said perimeter of said chassis; and a fastening system consisting of one or more male fasteners and a female fastening material; and wherein the female fastening material comprises a landing zone arranged to receive said one or more male fasteners thereon to provide a fastening of said one or more male fasteners to said female fastening material, wherein said female fastening material comprises, preferably consists of, said outer cover; wherein the backsheet and the outer cover are joined together by one or more adhesives, wherein the landing zone of the outer cover is joined to the backsheet by a first joining pattern and the area of the outer cover outboard of the landing zone is joined to the backsheet by a second joining pattern, wherein the first joining pattern comprises a greater amount of adhesive(s) per unit area than the second joining pattern and wherein the outer cover comprises a spunlace nonwoven.

RE-USABLE SHELL AND DISPOSABLE INSERT WITH IMPROVED FASTENING MEANS
20250345216 · 2025-11-13 ·

A patch comprising: a base layer including a body-facing surface and a garment-facing surface; the base layer comprising a perimeter formed by a first and second transverse edge and first and second longitudinal edges connecting the first and second transverse edges; the garment-facing surface comprising a fastening means for releasable attachment to a re-usable outer shell, the body-facing surface comprising a fastening means for releasable attachment to a disposable insert.

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL SANITARY NAPKIN WITH ADJUSTABLE ABSORBENCY AND SIZE
20250381077 · 2025-12-18 ·

The present invention discloses a multi-functional sanitary napkin designed for customizable menstrual protection. It features a base pad with multiple absorbent layers and a moisture-proof backing for optimal absorption and leak prevention. Removable absorbent sections within the base pad allow users to adjust absorbency by peeling off or detaching sections, each interlocking with adjacent sections to maintain integrity. The napkin includes detachable wings, attached via a perforated seam or snap system, for user preference without compromising structure. Adjustable length and width are achieved through foldable or detachable sections and side panels, secured with fastening mechanisms like Velcro, snaps, or adhesive strips. Re-sealable edges prevent leaks and ensure pad integrity after adjustments. This design prioritizes user comfort, customization, and leak protection, accommodating various needs throughout the menstrual cycle.

ABSORBENT PENILE ENCLOSURE
20260108395 · 2026-04-23 ·

An absorbent penile enclosure that includes a unitary body with an absorbent layup including an inner layer of a permeable material fabric material, including an intermediate superimposed over the inner layer and of a fabric absorbent material, including an exterior layer superimposed over and enclosing the intermediate layer and of an impervious material and that is configured with a base portion defined by two opposing outer side edges of the unitary body, an outer lower edge, and an outer upper edge, having the absorbent layup thereon spanning along the base portion, and having a base fastener disposed proximal to one of the two opposing outer side edges and with two auxiliary coupling members each extending outwardly from the outer upper edge of the base portion, disposed in a cantilevered configuration with a distal edge, having the absorbent layup thereon, and having an auxiliary fastener disposed proximal to the distal edge.