A61F2013/5055

Garments with moisture capture assemblies and associated methods

Garments comprise a plurality of adhesive bonds within a bonded region of the garment; a garment base that defines a garment lateral edge; and a moisture capture assembly bonded to the garment base within the bonded region. The moisture capture assembly comprises a moisture retention portion configured to absorb and retain moisture; and an anti-leak portion configured to restrict moisture from exiting the moisture retention portion. The bonded region extends fully around a perimeter of the moisture capture assembly, and the moisture capture assembly and the bonded region do not extend to the garment lateral edge.

ARRAY OF DISPOSABLE INSERTS FOR ABSORBENT ARTICLES
20230181389 · 2023-06-15 ·

The present disclosure relates to an array of disposable inserts (25,26) for an absorbent assembly (1), the array comprising: a first package comprising a plurality of first inserts (25) for an absorbent assembly (1), configured to be arranged on or at least partially within an outer shell (2); a second package comprising a plurality of second inserts (26) for absorbent assembly (1), configured to be arranged on or at least partially within an outer shell (2); each first and second insert (25,26) comprising a topsheet (8), a backsheet (9) and an absorbent core (10) comprising absorbent material (23) arranged in between the topsheet (8) and backsheet (9);
the first insert (25) comprising a first absorbency as measured by method and the second insert (26) comprising a second absorbency as measured by method; wherein, the first absorbency is greater than the second absorbency. The disclosure also pertains to an absorbent assembly (1) and to an array of absorbent assemblies (1).

FIXED AND REMOVABLE ABSORBENT CORES FOR ABSORBENT ARTICLES

Manufacturing a multiple use absorbent article includes producing an absorbent article having a liquid permeable chassis topsheet, a liquid impermeable chassis backsheet, and a chassis absorbent core sandwiched between the chassis topsheet and the chassis backsheet. The method also includes producing an absorbent insert having an insert topsheet, an insert backsheet, and an insert absorbent core. The method also includes producing a separable line of weakness within or adjacent to the peripheral sealing region, and bonding the insert backsheet to the chassis topsheet, wherein the line of weakness provides for separation of the absorbent insert into a removable portion configured to be removed from the chassis absorbent unit, and a resident portion that remains bonded to the chassis absorbent unit.

FIXED AND REMOVABLE ABSORBENT CORES FOR ABSORBENT ARTICLES

A multiple use absorbent article includes a chassis absorbent unit having a chassis topsheet, a chassis backsheet, and a chassis absorbent core sandwiched between the chassis topsheet and the chassis backsheet. The article also includes an absorbent insert bonded to the chassis absorbent unit, a removable portion of the absorbent insert configured to be selectively removable from the chassis absorbent unit. The absorbent insert further includes a line of weakness that provides for separation of the absorbent insert into a removable portion configured to be removed from the chassis absorbent unit, and a resident portion that remains bonded to the chassis absorbent unit, wherein the absorbent insert includes a removal device configured to assist a user in separating the removable portion of the absorbent insert from the chassis absorbent unit.

Replaceable absorbent channel diaper for use as a multiplier with single-use disposable diapers or re-usable recyclable outer shell
11337869 · 2022-05-24 ·

A multi-piece diapering system is based on a removable, disposable absorbent channel insert diaper having hydrophobic interior leg gathers and a water impermeable backer, but without waist tabs or bands or elastic to secure the channel to the user and optionally without leg cuffs. The absorbent channel insert may be used in a single-use disposable diaper to allow such disposable diaper to be re-used multiple times by replacing the channel insert diaper when soiled. The absorbent channel insert diaper may also be used with underwear as the supporting shell, or with other exterior diaper shells or base layer diapers.

Protective undergarment
11717454 · 2023-08-08 · ·

An undergarment configured to help absorb leaks of bodily fluids from a person suffering from mild to moderate incontinence or other conditions includes a main body made of a material that allows the absorption of bodily fluids and a crotch piece made of a material that allows the absorption of bodily fluids that overlays the crotch portion of the main body. The crotch piece of the undergarment can extend high enough and be wide enough on the front side of the garment's main body so as to offer an adequate area of protection to the user.

REPLACEABLE ABSORBENT CHANNEL DIAPER FOR USE AS A MULTIPLIER WITH SINGLE-USE DISPOSABLE DIAPERS OR RE-USABLE RECYCLABLE OUTER SHELL
20220313502 · 2022-10-06 ·

A multi-piece diapering system is based on a removable, disposable absorbent channel insert diaper having hydrophobic interior leg gathers and a water impermeable backer, but without waist tabs or bands or elastic to secure the channel to the user and optionally without leg cuffs. The absorbent channel insert may be used in a single-use disposable diaper to allow such disposable diaper to be re-used multiple times by replacing the channel insert diaper when soiled. The absorbent channel insert diaper may also be used with underwear as the supporting shell, or with other exterior diaper shells or base layer diapers.

Absorbent and Leak Proof Garments for Incontinence, Menstruation and Reproductive System Discharge
20220313499 · 2022-10-06 · ·

A garment for absorbance and leak retention of bodily fluids discharged from a body of a wearer. The garment has a main body and a protection panel lining an inner surface of the main body. The protection panel comprises a lower layer of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), an upper layer of a fluid permeable material, and an absorbent layer sandwiched between the lower layer of TPU and the upper layer of fluid impermeable material. The lower layer of TPU is adjacent and fixed to the primary material of the main body. The protection panel is sized and configured to prevent leakage of bodily fluid from the garment when worn by a wearer.

Crown bottoms: disposable undergarments
11083638 · 2021-08-10 ·

The present invention is a disposable garment for alleviating unpleasant scents and bodily waste when worn by users. Disposable undergarments such as diapers and other similar garments can be a challenge to use when the garment has been soiled. Various applications of specially designed layers of material can be an effective tool when odors and excretion are unbearable. Garments that are manufactured to combat the difficult process of dealing with bodily waste is a benefit to the public; especially when excretion occurs unexpectedly.

BIODEGRADABLE UNDERWEAR
20200237570 · 2020-07-30 · ·

Disclosed is biodegradable underwear having side fastening and unfastening means, wherein the biodegradable underwear is possibly coupled with a biodegradable sanitary napkin, a sensor or both. Disclosed also is a biodegradable sanitary napkin comprising a sensor. Further disclosed is biodegradable underwear comprising a belt and a biodegradable garment.