US3661154A
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Water-absorbing material
Assignee: GOLDFARB KENNETH S
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Filing: 1969-05-26
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Granted: 1972-05-09
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Expires: 1989-05-26
Abstract
Abstract A sheet which is a blend of water-insoluble fibers and pieces of film of a dry material which converts to a gel quickly on contact with a large amount of water. The blend is formed by suspending the fibers and film pieces in air. The sheet is useful in structures designed for absorbing body fluids, e.g. disposable diapers.
Inventors
- 👤 David Torr
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 03:38
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/15; A61F13/15577
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
16 words
Process as in claim 1 in which said particles are pieces of film of said material.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
11 words
Process as in claim 1 in which said particles comprise starch.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
Process as in claim 1 in which said humidification is effected by injecting a current of steam into said blend.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
Process as in claim 4 in which the steam injection is such as to cause the surfaces of said particles to become adhesive without destroying their integrity.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
11 words
Process as in claim 5 in which said particles comprise guar.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-05-09 | 1975-11-08 | 1976-05-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-05-09 | 1979-11-08 | 1980-05-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-05-09 | 1983-11-08 | 1984-05-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |