Method of making a multi-layer absorbent article

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6177606
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09329721

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An absorbent article for absorption of bodily fluids is provided, including a layer of non-absorbent material defining a tunnel shaped loop and a central portion enclosed by the loop, and an absorbent material retained within the tunnel-shaped loop. The non-absorbent material includes a plurality of apertures through which fluid can flow to reach the absorbent material, and an overwrap material overlies the non-absorbent material to transport fluid over the surface of the non-absorbent material. Preferably the absorbent article is a tampon and the loop is ring shaped.

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TAMBRANDS INC777 WESTCHESTER AVENUE WHITE PLAINS NY 10604

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Etheredge, Robert Natick, MA 7 727
Scocca, Marion Peabody, MA 2 279

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