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16-02-2012 дата публикации

Lubricious compositions and articles made therefrom

Номер: US20120041354A1
Автор: Eugene P. Dougherty, JR.
Принадлежит: Individual

The present disclosure provides a lubricious polymeric composition that includes polymer and one or more lubricants. Articles formed from the lubricious polymeric composition possess enhanced softness, flexibility and lubricity. The present disclosure also provides a method for making an article formed from a lubricious polymeric composition having polymer and one or more lubricants.

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Номер записи: 1
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Absorbent article for medical treatment or menstruation

Номер: US20120101462A1
Автор: Chang Hoen Lee
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention relates to an absorbent fabric for medical treatment or menstruation, and more particularly, to a convenient and sanitary absorbent article to be used as a tampon, a blood-absorbing fabric for surgery, etc. The present invention provides an absorbent article for medical treatment or menstruation, wherein a flat absorbent article is provided with removal means and is formed into a cylindrical shape. The flat absorbent article is formed by forming an absorbent layer on a liquid passage layer. The removal means is arranged to cover the liquid passage layer and the absorbent layer of the flat absorbent article in the widthwise direction, and a portion of the removal means is outwardly exposed from the flat absorbent article in the widthwise direction of the flat absorbent article. The flat absorbent article is wound in the lengthwise direction and thus is formed into a cylindrical absorbent article, thereby fixing the removal means in the cylindrical absorbent article.

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Номер записи: 2
24-05-2012 дата публикации

Hygienic Tampon, Optionally A Digital Or Applicator Tampon, As Well As Apparatus And Method For Manufacturing Thereof

Номер: US20120130335A1
Автор: Andrej Zabret
Принадлежит: TOSAMA TOVARNA SANITETNEGA MATERIALA DD

Hygienic tampon ( 1 ) consisting of absorbent fibrous material on the basis of natural and/or artificial fibers of each desired structure, which is formed into at least approximately cylindrical blank ( 10 ), which is symmetric with regard to a longitudinal axis ( 100 ) defining a direction of inserting the tampon ( 1 ) into each desired cavity of a human body. Such tampon ( 1 ) comprises four pairs of grooves ( 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 ), which are equidistantly arranged in the circumferential direction of the tampon ( 1 ). Two pairs of grooves ( 11, 13, 15, 17 ) having a pre-determined width (B 1 ) and depth (T 1 ) are pressed in two planes being perpendicular to each other and coincide with the longitudinal axis ( 100 ). The other pairs of grooves ( 12, 14, 16, 18 ) having a pre-determined width (B 2 ) and depth (T 2 ) are pressed in two planes, which are perpendicular to each other and coincide with the longitudinal axis ( 100 ) under 45° with respect to previously mentioned planes.

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Номер записи: 3
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Anatomically Conforming Vaginal Insert

Номер: US20120289768A1
Автор: Kristin M. Shepard, Maryann Zunker
Принадлежит: Individual

A vaginal insert formed from a composition that, prior to introduction to the vagina, has the physical properties of a liquid, semi-soft gel, paste, foam, or viscous material so that it can be effectively delivered to the vaginal canal. After introduction into the vagina, the composition will expand and/or solidify into a semi-solid or solid structure to substantially fill the entire “H” shaped space of the vagina and a portion of the rugal folds along the length of the vaginal canal. Upon solidifying, the composition defines an insert that, in one embodiment, is suitable for use as a tampon and, in another embodiment, is suitable for use as an incontinence device.

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Номер записи: 4
14-03-2013 дата публикации

ERGONOMIC TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20130066254A1
Автор: Bennett Kathryn G., Edgett Keith J., Jackson Dane R., LeMay Jessica E., Turchi Mario A., Weber Susanne
Принадлежит: PLAYTEX PRODUCTS, INC.

A tampon applicator barrel includes an insertion tip at a forward end of the barrel, a main body section that extends from the insertion tip, and a reverse taper section that is joined to the main body section so that the main body section is between the insertion tip and the reverse taper section. The main body section tapers toward the insertion tip section. The reverse taper section tapers in a direction away from the insertion tip section. A finger grip section extends from the reverse taper section to a plunger receiving end of the barrel opposite the forward end. The barrel is straight from the forward end to the plunger receiving end that receives a plunger. 1. A tampon applicator barrel comprising:a main body section having a forward end and a rearward end;an insertion tip that extends from said forward end;a reverse taper section having a first end and a second end, the first end being joined to said rearward end of said main body section so that said main body section is between said insertion tip and said reverse taper section, said main body section tapering toward said insertion tip section, said reverse taper section tapering in a direction away from said insertion tip section; anda finger grip section that extends from the second end of said reverse taper section to a plunger receiving end of the barrel opposite said forward end, the barrel being straight from said forward end to said plunger receiving end that receives a plunger.2. The tampon applicator barrel of claim 1 , wherein said main body section has a length from said forward end to said rearward end that is greater than a length of said reverse taper section.3. The tampon applicator barrel of claim 1 , wherein said finger grip section is concave from said reverse taper section to said plunger receiving end.4. The tampon applicator barrel of claim 1 , wherein said main body section has a length from said forward end to said rearward end that is greater than a length of said insertion tip.5. ...

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Номер записи: 5
27-06-2013 дата публикации

Applicator for Self-Expanding Intravaginal Urinary Incontinence Devices

Номер: US20130165843A1
Автор: Hou Mari, Hull, JR. Raymond J., Trojanowski Alan
Принадлежит: McNeil-PPC, Inc.

An applicator for a self-expanding intravaginal device has a barrel and a plunger that can substantially contain the self-expanding intravaginal device without significant insertion barrel distortion while maintaining comfortable applicator insertion. The barrel has an insertion end, an opposed gripper end, and a central portion therebetween, and it is arranged and configured to substantially contain the self-expanding intravaginal device. The plunger is in telescoping relation with the barrel, and it is arranged and configured to expel the self-expanding intravaginal device out of the insertion end of the barrel when the plunger is pushed into the gripper end of the barrel. A plurality of flexible petals substantially closes the insertion end of the barrel, and the central portion of the barrel has a load to 3 mm deflection of at least about 15 Newtons. Other aspects of the invention include a self-expanding intravaginal urinary incontinence system, and methods of making the applicator. 1. A method of making an insertion barrel for an applicator for a self-expanding intravaginal device comprising the steps of:a. forming a first mold cavity configuration corresponding to a first section comprising the insertion end of the insertion barrel;b. injecting a first, flexible polymeric material into the first mold cavity configuration;c. forming a second mold cavity configuration to permit overmolding a second, relatively rigid polymeric material onto the first section;d. injecting the second, relatively rigid polymeric material into the second mold cavity configuration to form a second section of the insertion barrel extending from the first section, wherein the second section comprises a central portion and gripper portion of the insertion barrel; ande. ejecting the insertion barrel from the second mold cavity configuration.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the flexible polymeric material is selected from the group consisting of low density polyethylene claim 1 , linear ...

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Номер записи: 6
27-06-2013 дата публикации

Fluid Management Device with Fluid Transport Element for use within a Body

Номер: US20130165892A1
Автор: Carasso Samuel C., Chase David J., Glasgow Tara, Marsee Erin
Принадлежит: McNeil-PPC, Inc.

A fluid management device for use in a mammalian body has at least one fluid transport element capable of interfacing with a mammalian body element to provide a substantially uninterrupted fluid conduit. The fluid conduit provides a fluid path between at least one fluid transport element and the storage element. A distal portion of the at least one fluid transport element is capable of extending away from the fluid storage element, and the at least one fluid transport element has a Wing Stiffness of less than about 10 g. 1. An intravaginal device comprising: i. a first plate having an outwardly oriented surface and an inwardly oriented surface;', 1) that has a first surface disposed and maintained in facing relationship with the inwardly oriented surface of the first plate and an opposite surface; and', '2) that is arranged and configured to separatefrom the first plate sufficiently to provide inter-plate capillary action; and, 'ii. a second plate coupled to the first plate;'}], 'a. at least one fluid transport element comprisingb. a fluid storage element having a longitudinal axis, the fluid storage element being in fluid communication with the at least one fluid transport element{'sub': 'f', 'wherein the at least one fluid transport element is arranged and configured to bend about an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fluid storage element, the at least one fluid transport element a Wing Stiffness of less than about 10 g, and the at least one fluid transport element is arranged and configured to direct fluid to an associated interface with the fluid storage element.'}2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one fluid transport element has a Wing Stiffness of about 0.4 gto about 4 g.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the at least one fluid transport element has a Wing Stiffness of about 0.5 gto about 3 g.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the at least one fluid transport element has a Wing Stiffness of about 0.5 gto about 2 g. This ...

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Номер записи: 7
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Fluid Management Device with Fluid Transport Element for use within a Body

Номер: US20130172845A1
Автор: David J. Chase, Erin Marsee, Samuel C. Carasso, Tara Glasgow
Принадлежит: McNeil PPC Inc

A fluid management device for use in a mammalian body has at least one fluid transport element capable of interfacing with a mammalian body element to provide a substantially uninterrupted fluid conduit. The fluid conduit provides a fluid path between at least one fluid transport element and the storage element. A distal portion of the at least one fluid transport element is capable of extending away from the fluid storage element, and the at least one fluid transport element has a Wing Stiffness of less than about 10 g f .

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Номер записи: 8
22-08-2013 дата публикации

APPLICATOR HAVING A COLOR GRADIENT

Номер: US20130217960A1
Автор: ARORA Kelyn Anne, DALTON David Andrew, HASSE Margaret Henderson, HOOD William Hollis, MINOGUCHI Ryo, NEAL Colleen Marie, ROESGEN Jeffrey Tupper
Принадлежит: The Procter & Gamble Company

An applicator having a color gradient. The applicator includes an outer member having a first end, a second end disposed opposite the first end, a longitudinal axis, a length measured along the longitudinal axis, and an exterior surface. The outer member further includes a color gradient extending along at least a portion of the length from a first region to a second region, the color gradient being visible by a user viewing the exterior surface of the outer member. 1. An applicator for feminine care products , the applicator comprising an outer member made from a polymeric material , the outer member comprising a first region that includes an activatable colorant and a second region that includes the activatable colorant , wherein the first region has been exposed to an external stimulus differently than the second region so that the first region has a different appearance from the second region.2. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the activatable colorant is incorporated into the polymeric material.3. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric material is injection moldable.4. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the ΔE* between the first region and the second region is greater than 1.5. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the ΔE* between the first region and the second region is greater than 5.6. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the ΔE* between the first region and the second region is greater than 10.7. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the ΔE* between the first region and the second region is greater than 20.8. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the activatable colorant comprises a photoreactive material.9. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the activatable colorant comprises a diacetylene.10. An applicator for feminine care products claim 1 , the applicator comprising an outer member made from a polymeric resin that includes an activatable colorant claim 1 , wherein the activatable colorant is exposed to an external stimulus to provide a color ...

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Номер записи: 9
12-09-2013 дата публикации

TAMPON STRUCTURE

Номер: US20130237933A1
Автор: KO TSE-HAO
Принадлежит: FENG CHIA UNIVERSITY

The present invention relates to a tampon structure, the tampon structure comprise at least one absorbent carbonaceous base with at least two precious metals, an absorber, a surface layer, and a rope. The copper ions and silver ions can be released by the at least two precious metals in aqueous solution to reach the health effects of the female vagina. 1. A tampon structure , comprising:an absorber;at least one absorbent carbonaceous base, the absorbent carbonaceous covering at least one part of the absorber;at least two precious metals comprise copper particles and silver particles, and being carried by and/or inserted in the at least one part of the at least one absorbent carbonaceous base; anda surface layer, covering the at least one part of the at least one absorbent carbonaceous base.2. The tampon structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the surface layer comprises a water-permeable air-laid nonwoven claim 1 , porous plastic membrane PE or PET claim 1 , a spunlace nonwoven fabric and the combination thereof3. The tampon structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a groove is settled on the surface layer.4. The tampon structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one absorbent carbonaceous base comprises active carbon claim 1 , active carbon fiber claim 1 , flexible graphite claim 1 , expandable graphite claim 1 , cloth claim 1 , paper claim 1 , felt claim 1 , nonwoven and the combination thereof.5. The tampon structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least two precious metals comprise silver claim 1 , gold claim 1 , palladium claim 1 , platinum claim 1 , copper claim 1 , aluminum claim 1 , nickel claim 1 , cobalt claim 1 , zinc claim 1 , the compounds of zinc claim 1 , silicon claim 1 , calcium claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , chromium claim 1 , and the combination thereof.6. The tampon structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein diameters of the particles of the at least two precious metals are less than 2000 nanometers.7. The tampon structure as ...

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Номер записи: 10
10-10-2013 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MOVING ARTICLES AND CONTROLLING THE POSITION OF SAME

Номер: US20130263862A1
Автор: Knuth Hinrich, Nellenbach Eva Grace, WASSON Matthew Howard
Принадлежит:

Heat and/or mechanical treatments on a post-molded article to create designs or textures that extend minimally above or below a surface of the article are described. 1. A method for altering the appearance of a molded article , the method comprising the steps of:a. providing an article that has been blow or injection molded, the article having a non-planar exterior surface section;b. thereafter heating discrete portions of the non-planar exterior surface section so that the discrete portions take on a different appearance compared to an area around the discrete portions, wherein the discrete portions extend above and/or below the exterior surface by 1-50 microns.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the discrete portions extend above and/or below the exterior surface by 1-10 microns.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the discrete portions extend above and/or below the exterior surface by 1-5 microns.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the discrete portions have a matte appearance.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the area around the discrete portions have a shiny appearance.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the article is made out of polyethylene claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , or mixtures thereof.7. A method for altering the appearance of a molded article claim 1 , the method comprising the steps of:a. providing an article that has been blow or injection molded, the article having a wall thickness and a non-planar exterior surface section;b. thereafter heating discrete portions of the non-planar exterior surface section so that the discrete portions take on a different appearance compared to an area around the discrete portions, wherein the discrete portions extend above and/or below the exterior surface by less than 25% of the wall thickness.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the discrete portions extend above and/or below the exterior surface by less than 10% of the wall thickness.9. The method of claim 7 , wherein the discrete portions extend above and/or below ...

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Номер записи: 11
24-10-2013 дата публикации

Biodegradable water soluble tampon applicator and process and apparatus to manufacture same

Номер: US20130281912A1
Автор: John Mikhail
Принадлежит: John Mikhail

A substantially biodegradable and water soluble tampon applicator comprising: a plunger and a barrel, said plunger being of a predetermined length, and having a first end and a second end, said second end being a predetermined distance from said first end, said plunger being substantially cylindrical in shape and having a first diameter at said first end and a second diameter at said second end, wherein said first diameter tapers downwards to said second diameter, proximate said first end, said plunger further comprises a first mating portion, said barrel having a first end and a second end, said second end being a predetermined distance from said first end, said barrel being substantially cylindrical in shape and having a diameter greater than the first diameter of said plunger, proximate said first end of said barrel, there is provided a second mating portion to matingly engage said first mating portion of said plunger to maintain said plunger in relation to said barrel in a first position, proximate said first end of said barrel, adjacent said second mating portion, said barrel further comprises a fingergrip.

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Номер записи: 12
12-12-2013 дата публикации

TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20130331763A1
Автор: Ito Yukihiro, Taniguchi Kenta, Yamaki Kouichi
Принадлежит: Unicharm Corporation

A tampon applicator includes an outer cylinder in which an absorber is housed, and a push-out opening through which the absorber is to be pushed out is provided at one side and a grip cylinder unit is provided at the other side, and an inner cylinder which is inserted into the grip cylinder unit and being moved into the outer cylinder to be thereby able to push out the absorber outward through the push-out opening. The tampon applicator includes a grip jaw unit configured to extend from an outer circumferential face of the grip cylinder unit of the outer cylinder outwardly in a radial direction, wherein a finger hook unit by which a finger of a user is to be hooked is formed at the grip jaw unit. 1. A tampon applicator , comprising:an outer cylinder in which an absorber is housed and a push-out opening through which the absorber is to be pushed out is provided at one side of the outer cylinder and a grip cylinder unit is provided at the other side of the outer cylinder;an inner cylinder insertable into the grip cylinder unit and being moveable into the outer cylinder to be thereby able to push out the absorber outward through the push-out opening, anda grip jaw unit configured to extend from an outer circumferential face of the grip cylinder unit of the outer cylinder outwardly in a radial direction, wherein a finger hook unit by which a finger of a user is to be hooked is formed at the grip jaw unit.2. The tampon applicator claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the finger hook unit has a concave portion that is formed on an outer circumferential face of the grip jaw unit.3. The tampon applicator claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the finger hook unit has a convex portion that is formed on an outer circumferential face of the grip jaw unit.4. The tampon applicator claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein an outer circumferential shape of the grip jaw unit is a curved shape.5. The tampon applicator claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein at least three ...

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Номер записи: 13
19-12-2013 дата публикации

APPLICATOR MEMBER AND FLEXIBLE RETENTION WEB DEVICE

Номер: US20130338567A1
Автор: CHAFFRINGEON Bernard, GUETTY Richard
Принадлежит: V-VEIL SHOP LTD.

A device and a method for manufacturing said device, the device comprising an applicator member and a flexible retention web () intended to be introduced into a vaginal cavity (), said web being equipped with a means () for removal and being made from an a traumatic material whereof the dimensions are adapted so as to be able to retain and/or slow down bodily discharges of small quantity, characterized in that:—the applicator member comprises a body () that is at least partially hollow defining an internal storage volume (), said body having a proximal end () on the one hand, and on the other hand, a distal end () intended to be inserted into the vaginal cavity of a user, said distal end having an open section emerging in the internal volume,—the web comprises a central zone () housed in the internal volume, and at least one peripheral zone () protruding from the body so as to cover at least the distal end of the body. 11177. A device comprising an applicator member and a flexible retention web () intended to be introduced into a vaginal cavity () , said web being equipped with a means () for removal and being made from an atraumatic material whereof the dimensions are adapted so as to be able to retain and/or slow down bodily discharges of small quantity , characterized in that:{'b': 8', '9', '10', '11, 'the applicator member comprises a body () that is at least partially hollow defining an internal storage volume (), said body having a proximal end () on the one hand, and on the other hand, a distal end () intended to be inserted into the vaginal cavity of a user, said distal end having an open section emerging in the internal volume,'}{'b': 13', '14, 'the web comprises a central zone () housed in the internal volume, and at least one peripheral zone () protruding from the body so as to cover at least the distal end of the body.'}28. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the applicator member is made in the form of a tubular body ().38. The ...

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Номер записи: 14
13-02-2014 дата публикации

TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20140046239A1
Автор: Ito Yukihiro, Taniguchi Kenta, Yamaki Kouichi
Принадлежит:

A tampon applicator comprises: an outer cylinder in the interior of which an absorbent; an inner cylinder for outwardly pushing the absorbent by moving into the outer cylinder; and a flange part extending outward in the radial direction from an outer peripheral surface of a grip cylinder part of the outer cylinder. The flange part is provided with a flange identifying unit comprising at least one from among: an identifying display portion; an identifying friction portion; and an identifying shape portion. 1. A tampon applicator , comprising:an outer tube that contains an absorber therein and that is provided with a push-out opening at one side from which the absorber is pushed out and a grip tube portion at the other side;an inner tube that is inserted into the grip tube portion and is able to push out the absorber outward from the push-out opening by the movement into the outer tube, anda collar portion extended from an outer circumference surface of the grip tube portion of the outer tube towards outer side in a radial direction, and whereinthe collar portion is provided with a collar distinguishable portion including at least any one of a distinguishable display portion having a color or a pattern different from at least either one of the outer tube and the inner tube, a distinguishable friction portion having a friction coefficient different from the friction coefficient of the surface of at least either one of the outer tube and the inner tube, and a distinguishable shape portion having an outer peripheral shape different from at least either one of the outer tube and the inner tube.2. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein the distinguishable display portion has a color different from the color of the outer tube and the color of the inner tube claim 1 , or a pattern different from the pattern of the outer tube and the pattern of the inner tube.3. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein a color difference between the distinguishable ...

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Номер записи: 15
20-02-2014 дата публикации

TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20140052048A1
Автор: Ito Yukihiro, Taniguchi Kenta, Yamaki Kouichi
Принадлежит: Unicharm Corporation

An tampon applicator includes an outer tube which contains an absorber therein, of which the one side is provided with a push-out aperture by which the absorber is to be pushed out, and of which the other side is provided with a grip tube unit; and an inner tube which is movable towards into the outer tube to push the absorber to the outside through the push-out aperture; and a collar unit extending radially outwards from an outer circumferential surface of the grip tube unit of the outer tube is included, and having a light transmissive means that enables the grip tube unit side to be visually confirmed from the push-out aperture side of the outer tube via the collar unit. 1. An tampon applicator , comprising:an outer tube which contains an absorber therein, of which the one side is provided with a push-out aperture by which the absorber is to be pushed out, and of which the other side is provided with a grip tube unit;an inner tube which is inserted inside the grip tube unit, and which is movable towards into the outer tube to push the absorber to the outside through the push-out aperture; anda collar unit extending radially outwards from an outer circumferential surface of the grip tube unit of the outer tube is included, and having a light transmissive means that enables the grip tube unit side to be visually confirmed from the push-out aperture side of the outer tube via the collar unit.2. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein a total light transmittance of the light transmissive means is 63% or more.3. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , whereinthe collar unit is either semi-transparent or transparent, andthe light transmissive means is formed in the entire collar unit.4. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein the light transmissive means includes at least an aperture formed in the collar unit.5. The tampon applicator according to claim 4 , whereinthe collar unit includes a hole in which the outer tube is insertable is ...

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Номер записи: 16
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Fluid Management Device with Fluid Transport Element for use within a Body

Номер: US20140052090A1
Автор: David J. Chase, Erin Marsee, Tara Glasgow
Принадлежит: McNeil PPC Inc

A fluid management device for use in a mammalian body has at least one fluid transport element capable of interfacing with a mammalian body element to provide a substantially uninterrupted fluid conduit. The fluid conduit provides a fluid path between at least one fluid transport element and the storage element. A distal portion of the at least one fluid transport element is capable of extending away from the fluid storage element.

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Номер записи: 17
27-03-2014 дата публикации

SANITARY TAMPON AND TAMPON AND APPLICATOR ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20140088485A1
Автор: Ito Yukihiro
Принадлежит: UNI-CHARM CORPORATION

A sanitary tampon includes an absorber and a strand member extending out from a tail end of the absorber in a direction of insertion inside the vagina. A hook unit is configured from a member different from the strand member and distended outside from a circumferential surface of the strand member is provided in the strand member 1. A sanitary tampon , comprising: an absorber and a strand member extending out from a tail end of the absorber in a direction of insertion inside the vagina , wherein a hook unit configured from a member different from the strand member and distended outside from a circumferential surface of the strand member is provided in the strand member.2. The sanitary tampon according to claim 1 , wherein a length from the tail end of the absorber up to an end of the hook unit at the absorber side is equal to or less than half the length of the strand member extending out from the tail end of the absorber.3. The sanitary tampon according to claim 1 , wherein a plurality of hook units are disposed at a fixed interval along the longitudinal direction of the strand member.4. A sanitary tampon claim 1 , comprising: an absorber; and a strand member extending out from a tail end of the absorber in a direction of insertion inside the vagina claim 1 , wherein a hook unit including a plurality of knots of the strand member is provided in the strand member.5. The sanitary tampon according to being contained in an tampon and applicator assembly containing an inner tube configured such that it can be inserted inside the outer tube claim 1 , wherein one side of the outer tube is provided with a push-out aperture by which the absorber is pushed out claim 1 , and the other side thereof is provided with an insertion aperture in which the inner tube is inserted claim 1 , andthe inner tube is configured such that the absorber can be pushed out toward the outside from the push-out aperture due to its movement towards the inside of the outer tube.6. The tampon and ...

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Номер записи: 18
01-01-2015 дата публикации

METHOD OF DELIVERING A WITHDRAWAL CORD TO A SUBSTRATE

Номер: US20150000482A1
Автор: Durling Evan Joseph, Strong Kevin Charles
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A method of delivering a withdrawal cord to a transfer member, wherein the method includes providing a supply path fluidly connected to a metered cord supply. The supply path comprises a pressure source, a transfer member, and a cutting apparatus. The transfer member comprises a first surface, a second surface, and a plurality of orifices on the first surface. The method also comprises moving a deployed cord supply towards the transfer member through the supply path by a fluid flow generated by the pressure source. The method further comprises moving a portion of the deployed cord supply into an orifice of the transfer member, moving the deployed cord supply to an attachment system, connecting the deployed cord supply to a substrate, and cutting the deployed cord supply to create a withdrawal cord comprising a first end and a second end; wherein a portion of the withdrawal cord is in the orifice to the transfer member. 1. A method of delivering a withdrawal cord to a transfer member , the method comprising:a. providing a supply path fluidly connected to a metered cord supply, wherein the supply path comprises a pressure source, a transfer member, and a cutting apparatus; wherein the transfer member comprises a first surface, a second surface, and one or more orifices on the first surface;b. moving a deployed cord supply towards the transfer member through the supply path by a fluid flow generated by the pressure source;c. moving the deployed cord supply into an orifice of the transfer member;d. moving the transfer member orifice out of the fluid flow to an attachment system;e. connecting the deployed cord supply to a substrate using an attachment system; andf. cutting the deployed cord supply to create a withdrawal cord comprising a first end and a second end; wherein a portion of the withdrawal cord is in the orifice of the transfer member.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cutting apparatus comprises a cutting implement selected from the group consisting of a ...

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Номер записи: 19
03-01-2019 дата публикации

MENSTRUAL DEVICE AND APPLICATOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20190000680A1
Автор: DeOliveira Ricardo, Kormanos George, Mohamed Hassan, Nigam Pankaj, Timmers Richard, Yang Rul
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A menstrual device having a storage volume. The menstrual device has a frame and a fluid barrier seal layer attached to the exterior surface of the frame. The menstrual device has an expanded configuration that includes an at rest configuration and a deployed configuration. The menstrual device has a compact configuration where the menstrual device is confined to a size, shape and/or geometry smaller than an expanded configuration such that it can be more easily inserted into the body. The menstrual device in a compact configuration is contained within an applicator, where the applicator assists in ejecting the menstrual device into the body. 1. A menstrual device comprising:a frame having a side wall with an exterior surface and an interior surface, the side wall extends between a proximal end, and a distal end, and the interior surface at least in part defines an interior cavity; anda fluid barrier seal layer disposed on the exterior surface of the side wall, the fluid barrier seal layer attached directly to the exterior surface about at least a first end point;wherein the menstrual device collects fluid,wherein the menstrual device has a device length defined by a central vertical axis between the proximal end and the distal end, andwherein the menstrual device is configurable in a compact configuration and in an expanded configuration, and in the expanded configuration the interior cavity has a volume greater than zero.2. The menstrual device according to claim 1 , wherein the distal end has an interior surface and the interior cavity is defined by the interior surface of the side wall and the interior surface of the distal end.3. The menstrual device according to claim 2 , wherein the fluid barrier seal layer is disposed on less than all of the exterior surface of the side wall.4. The menstrual device according to claim 2 , wherein the fluid barrier seal layer is disposed on all of the exterior surface of the side wall.5. The menstrual device of claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 20
04-01-2018 дата публикации

APPLICATOR FOR FEMININE CARE PRODUCT

Номер: US20180000657A1
Автор: Camargo-Parodi Gustavo Jose, FERRER John, Goodman Benjamin Philip
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A method of designing a feminine hygiene applicator is disclosed. The method includes obtaining a first applicator; obtaining onset crystallization temperature for the first applicator; obtaining a second applicator; obtaining L*, a*, b* values for the second applicator; configuring a third applicator comprising an onset crystallization temperature which is within percent of the onset crystallization temperature of the first applicator; configuring the third applicator to have an L* value within percent of the L* value for the second applicator; configuring the third applicator to have an a* value within percent of the a* value for the second applicator; and configuring the third applicator to have a b* value within percent of the b* value for the second applicator. 1. A method of designing a feminine hygiene applicator , the method comprising the steps of:obtaining a first applicator;obtaining onset crystallization temperature for the first applicator;obtaining a second applicator;obtaining L*, a*, b* values for the second applicator;configuring a third applicator comprising an onset crystallization temperature which is within 3 percent of the onset crystallization temperature of the first applicator;configuring the third applicator to have an L* value within 20 percent of the L* value for the second applicator;configuring the third applicator to have an a* value within 20 percent of the a* value for the second applicator; andconfiguring the third applicator to have a b* value within 20 percent of the b* value for the second applicator.2. The method of designing a feminine hygiene applicator of claim 1 , wherein the opacity of each of the first applicator and the second applicator is greater than 41% and less than 75%.3. The method of designing a feminine hygiene applicator of claim 1 , wherein the plungers for each of the applicators of the first product and second product are unitary.4. The method of designing a feminine hygiene applicator of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 21
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Applicator for feminine care product

Номер: US20180000658A1
Автор: Benjamin Philip GOODMAN, Gustavo Jose Camargo-Parodi, John Ferrer
Принадлежит: Procter and Gamble Co

An array of feminine care products having a first applicator and a second applicator. Each of the first applicator and second applicator having a barrel portion having an insertion end and a grip end disposed opposite the insertion end of the barrel portion; and a plunger slidingly engaged with the barrel portion. The first applicator comprises a first color. The second applicator comprises a second color. Each of the first applicator and the second applicator comprises an onset crystallization temperature. The onset crystallization temperature of the first applicator and the onset crystallization temperature of the second applicator differ by less than 0.4 degrees Celsius and the opacity of each of the first applicator and the second applicator is greater than 41%.

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Номер записи: 22
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Anally Insertable Absorptive Device

Номер: US20220008257A1
Автор: Ladomi Blessing
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An anally insertable absorptive device for minimizing anal leakage includes a pad that is substantially cylindrically shaped and configured to be inserted through an anus into a rectum of a user. The pad is absorptive and is configured to absorb liquid in the rectum to prevent anal leakage. A string is coupled to and extends from a trailing end of the pad. The string is configured to be grasped in digits of a hand of the user, positioning the user to pull on the string to extract the pad from the rectum through the anus. 1. An anally insertable absorptive device comprising:a pad, the pad being substantially cylindrically shaped wherein the pad is configured for inserting through an anus into a rectum of a user, the pad being absorptive wherein the pad is configured for absorbing liquid in the rectum for preventing anal leakage; anda string coupled to and extending from a trailing end of the pad wherein the string is configured for grasping in digits of a hand of the user positioning the user for pulling on the string for extracting the pad from the rectum through the anus.2. The device of claim 1 , further including the pad comprising at least one of cotton claim 1 , rayon claim 1 , wood pulp claim 1 , cellulose claim 1 , polypropylene fiber claim 1 , polyethylene fiber claim 1 , and superabsorbent polymer wherein the pad is configured for absorbing liquid.3. The device of claim 1 , further including the pad having a leading end claim 1 , the leading end being arcuate wherein the leading end is configured for facilitating insertion of the pad through the anus into the rectum.4. The device of claim 1 , further including the trailing end being arcuate wherein the trailing end is configured for facilitating extraction of the pad from the rectum via the anus.5. The device of claim 1 , further including the pad comprising at least one of activated charcoal claim 1 , silica claim 1 , and zeolite wherein the pad is configured for adsorbing gas in the rectum.6. The device ...

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Номер записи: 23
20-01-2022 дата публикации

ROUND TIP VAGINAL INSERT SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20220015954A1
Автор: Turner Darvyaire
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A feminine hygiene product may include an outer receptacle including a bulb shaped head including a plurality of flaps and defining a plurality of slits therein, the outer receptacle being constructed and arranged for comfortable insertion within a vaginal cavity. The feminine hygiene product may include a loading cylinder portion and an absorbent element, the loading cylinder being constructed and arranged to slidingly engage with the outer receptacle and push the absorbent element through the outer receptacle and through the plurality of flaps such that the absorbent element may be disposed within at least a portion of a vaginal cavity to absorb fluids therein. The absorbent element may include a cord or other means for subsequent removal of the absorbent element from the vaginal cavity. 1. A device configured to be inserted into a vaginal cavity , the device comprising:an outer receptacle having a bottom end, an expulsion end, and a cylindrical shaft portion disposed between the bottom end and the expulsion end, the cylindrical shaft portion defining a receiving passage therethrough extending between the bottom end and the expulsion end wherein the expulsion end comprises a bulb shaped head defining a plurality of slits defining a plurality of arc-shaped flexible flap members defining an opening and wherein the outer receptacle and the bulb shaped head member comprise an ergonomic shape adapted to be slidably inserted into the vaginal cavity with ease and comfort;an absorbent element comprising at least one of a sponge, bead, gel, chemical compound, chemical composition, or medicament, the absorbent element adapted to conform to the receiving passage portion of the cylindrical shaft portion, the absorbent element being slidably inserted via the bottom end and the absorbent element further comprising a pulling cord member; anda loading cylinder member having an ergonomic shape slidably engaged with the receiving passage portion for forcing the absorbent element ...

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Номер записи: 24
14-01-2016 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD TO AVERT ANAL FECAL LEAKAGE

Номер: US20160008118A1
Автор: Bravo Jorge
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A device and method to avert anal fecal leakage is disclosed that possess at least two means for the prevention of anal leakage or hemostatic application. The device is inserted internally and is used inside of the rectal cavity for absorption along with a sealing member placed externally against the anus which is designed as a secondary means for the prevention of leakage. An embodiment of the device includes a third sealing means to prevent leakage into the anal canal. The device is constructed to be flexible with a minimum of intrusiveness for the user during use. The device is constructed for one person insertion and removal unless patient or user is incapacitated. Due to its design, the device is capable for use over a wide range of human and certain animal applications. 1. A device to avert anal fecal leakage comprising:a shield, defined as being cylindrical hollow core about an external shell having a central axis, said shell having a proximal bottom flange, elliptical in shape and a circular anus abutment stop, distally related to said bottom flange and circumferentially encompassing said shell and a deployment ring zone, said zone located a pre-determined distance distally of said abutment, said pre-determined distance approximately corresponding to the distance from the anus to the inferior rectal cavity of the user, said zone having a rounded blunt exterior and a corresponding interior;a leakage inhibitor means, capable of placement into said deployment ring zone of said hollow core of said shield through said bottom flange and relocated distally into said interior of said deployment ring;a sealing flapper, having a centrally located aperture, having an upper sealing region and a lower engagement region, said upper sealing region being proximally located to said leakage inhibitor means;a connecting member, having a distal portion to which is secured said leakage inhibitor and passing through said aperture of said flapper entering along said upper sealing ...

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Номер записи: 25
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Analgesic Nose Plugs

Номер: US20210007903A1
Автор: Mechor Bradford, Olson Merle
Принадлежит: Rhinoclear Nasal Care Solutions Inc.

Disclosed is a deformable analgesic nose plug, comprising a deformable core material and an outer coating provided on said deformable core material, wherein said outer coating comprises one or more analgesic compounds. The nose plug has a tapered distal end for insertion into a nostril and a proximal end whereby the nose plug is inserted into the nostril. The deformable core material may comprise a multi-phasic core material wherein a first phase of the multi-phasic core material is a solid or a semi-solid structure at a temperature of 35° C. or less and a second phase of the multi-phasic core material is characterized by liquefaction at a temperature of 37° C. or greater. The deformable core material may also comprise a porous resiliently compressible substrate. The deformable porous resiliently compressible core material may be one of polymeric sponges, naturally occurring sponges, fluffy cellulosic materials, cotton, rolled gauze, and mixtures thereof. 1. A deformable analgesic nose plug , comprising:a deformable core material comprising a multi-phasic core material wherein a first phase of the multi-phasic core material is characterized by a solid or a semi-solid structure at a temperature of 35° C. or less, and wherein a second phase of the multi-phasic core material is characterized by liquefaction at a temperature of 37° C. or greater; andone or more analgesic compounds,wherein the nose plug has a tapered distal end for insertion into a nostril and a proximal end whereby the nose plug is inserted into the nostril.2. The deformable nose plug according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more analgesic compounds are incorporated into the deformable core material and/or an outer coating provided on the deformable core material.3. The deformable nose plug according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more analgesic compounds comprise bupivacaine claim 1 , lidocaine claim 1 , prilocaine claim 1 , benzocaine claim 1 , dibucaine claim 1 , pramoxine claim 1 , phenol claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 26
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Composition For Thin Walled Molded Parts

Номер: US20210007905A1
Автор: Bond Timothy, Gorton Patrick
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A polymer composition comprising an organic polymer and a mica containing effect pigment, e.g., a pearlescent pigment comprising mica, well suited for producing molded articles, in particular, for molding articles comprising thin sections and or delicate features, such as a hollow interior defined by a thin wall or structural features susceptible to tear or other damage and the like, is provided as are a method for preparing molded articles comprising the polymer composition and articles comprising the polymer composition, including, for example, an article used to deliver a medical or personal care component such as a tampon applicator, and a method for preparing molded articles comprising the polymer composition. Optionally, articles of the present disclosure have a varying translucency or opacity about a dimension of the article. 2. The tampon assembly of claim 1 , wherein the tip thickness is measured at the forward-most end of the applicator claim 1 , the barrel thickness is measured at a location proximal the grip region claim 1 , and the grip region is measured proximal the barrel region. The present application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/606,221, filed May 26, 2017, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/341,769, filed May 26, 2016, which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.A polymer composition comprising an organic polymer and a mica containing effect pigment, e.g., a pearlescent pigment comprising mica, well suited for producing molded articles, in particular, for molding articles comprising thin sections and or delicate features, such as a hollow interior defined by a thin wall or structural features susceptible to tear or other damage and the like, is provided as are a method for preparing molded articles comprising the polymer composition and articles comprising the polymer composition, including, for example, an article used to deliver a medical or personal care component ...

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Номер записи: 27
27-01-2022 дата публикации

TAMPON INSERTION DEVICE

Номер: US20220023106A1
Автор: Lund Lacey Janell
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The tampon insertion device according to the present invention includes a barrel having an insertion end portion and a proximal end portion opposite the insertion end portion and having a continuous side wall extending therebetween that defines an interior area. A tampon is initially positioned in the interior area of the barrel. The tampon insertion device includes a plunger slidably coupled to the barrel that has a first end engaging a proximal end of the tampon, the plunger having a cylindrical configuration selectively slidable from a starter configuration extending away from the proximal end portion of the barrel to a deployed configuration positioned downstream inside the interior area of the barrel. Pressure applied to the plunger causes the plunger to urge the tampon downstream within the interior area of the barrel. The tampon insertion device, i.e. the tampon applicator, is constructed using a material consisting essentially of hemp plastic. 1. A tampon insertion device for insertion of a tampon , comprising:a barrel having an insertion end portion and a proximal end portion opposite said insertion end portion and having a continuous side wall extending therebetween that defines an interior area; anda tampon initially positioned in said interior area of said barrel;wherein said barrel consists of a hemp-fiber reinforced biopolymer.2. The tampon insertion device as in claim 1 , wherein said barrel is biodegradable.3. (canceled)4. The tampon insertion device as in claim 1 , further comprising:a plunger operably coupled to said barrel and having a first end engaging a proximal end of said tampon, said plunger having a cylindrical configuration selectively slidable from a starter configuration extending away from the proximal end portion of the barrel to a deployed configuration positioned inside the barrel;wherein pressure applied to said plunger causes said plunger to urge said tampon downstream within said interior area of said barrel.5. The tampon ...

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Номер записи: 28
17-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD OF WINDING UP TAMPON MATERIAL

Номер: US20190015263A1
Автор: Anger Markus, Arnesen Jens-Petter, Bergermann Martin, Cankar Thomas, Klar Markus
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An improved apparatus for forming tampon blanks for further processing into compressed, self-sustaining tampons, permits increased speed and accuracy of the process step. The apparatus includes a sliver guide; a gripper capable of reciprocating motion and arranged and configured to cooperate with the sliver 5 guide to grasp an end of a sliver maintained therein; a winding mandrel; a plurality of winding cups; and e) a string application and knotter apparatus comprising a circular ring bearing having a string conveyor mounted thereon. The circular ring bearing of the string application and knotter apparatus defines a plane perpendicular to the sliver guide and motion of the gripper and parallel to the 10 winding axis of the winding mandrel. 2. The apparatus of wherein the circular ring bearing of the string application and knotter apparatus is located proximate an end of the sliver guide disposed toward the gripper.3. The apparatus of wherein the circular ring bearing of the string application and knotter apparatus is arranged and configured to rotate about the end of the sliver guide disposed toward the gripper at a variable speed.4. The apparatus of wherein the circular ring bearing of the string application and knotter apparatus decelerates for precise control during string knotting.5. The apparatus of wherein the gripper is operable to reciprocate to and away from the end of the sliver guide.6. The apparatus of wherein the gripper is arranged and configured to change elevation during its reciprocating motion to and away from the end of the sliver guide.7. A process for manufacturing tampon blanks for further processing into compressed claim 5 , self-sustaining tampons claim 5 , the process comprising the steps of:a) drawing a fibrous web from a fibrous web supply, through a sliver guide and across a carrier by grabbing a free end of the fibrous web supply with a gripper and drawing the gripper away from the fibrous web supply;b) severing the fibrous web from the ...

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Номер записи: 29
26-01-2017 дата публикации

NOSEBLEED LIP PACK

Номер: US20170020742A1
Автор: Rix Amy Diane
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A device for treatment of nosebleeds having an elongated body configured to be positioned between the upper gum and the portion of the face below the nose and above the top lip of a human. When so positioned intra-orally, the device exerts pressure on an area of nasal vascularization of the human. Also, a nosebleed package having a sterile inside environment and a nosebleed device packaged therein, and a box containing a plurality of nosebleed packages. 1. A device for treatment of nosebleeds comprising an elongated body configured to be positioned between the upper gum and [[the]]a portion of the face below the nose and above the top lip of a human so as to exert pressure on an area of nasal vascularization of the human.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body further includes compression padding longitudinally disposed on a portion of the elongated body.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body is constructed of a material selected from the group consisting of gauze claim 1 , cotton claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , rayon claim 1 , rubber claim 1 , polysorbate claim 1 , polyvinyl alcohol claim 1 , and combinations thereof.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body is constructed of liquid-absorbent material.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body has a diameter ranging from about 4 mm to about 12 mm.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body has a length ranging from about 30 mm to about 80 mm.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body has a first end and a second end claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first end and second end is tapered.8. A device for the treatment of nosebleeds comprising an elongated body from about 30 mm to about 80 mm in length and from about 4 mm to about 12 mm in diameter claim 1 , wherein the body comprises a liquid-absorbent material having disposed thereon compression padding claim 1 , wherein the padding has a thickness from about 1 mm to about 4 mm thick and a ...

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Номер записи: 30
26-01-2017 дата публикации

VISUALLY PERCEPTIBLE TAMPON HOUSED WITHIN AN APPLICATOR

Номер: US20170020743A1
Автор: ALMOND Nanda Christine, De SOTO-BURT Widalys Luz
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The present disclosure is directed to a hygiene device including an applicator housing a tampon. The tampon can include a primary absorbent member having a leading end, a trailing end opposite the leading end, and an intermediate region. The primary absorbent member can include a first tampon color. The tampon can also include a secondary absorbent member which is mechanically tied to the primary absorbent member. The secondary absorbent member can include a second tampon color. The tampon can further include a withdrawal member disposed on at least one of the secondary absorbent member and the primary absorbent member. The withdrawal member can include a third tampon color. The applicator can include an insertion portion that includes an opaque region and a plunger operatively engaged with the insertion portion. The plunger can have a transparent region such that at least one of the secondary absorbent member and the withdrawal member is visually perceptible through the applicator. 1. A hygiene device comprising: a primary absorbent member comprising a leading end and a trailing end opposite the leading end, and an intermediate region between the trailing end and the leading end, wherein the primary absorbent member comprises a first tampon color;', 'a secondary absorbent member that is mechanically tied to the primary absorbent member, wherein the secondary absorbent member comprises a second tampon color;', 'a withdrawal member disposed on at least one of the secondary absorbent member and the primary absorbent member and extending from the secondary absorbent member in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal tampon axis, wherein the withdrawal member comprises a third tampon color; and, 'a tampon comprising an insertion portion that includes an opaque region;', a first component comprising a transparent region such that at least one of the secondary absorbent member and the withdrawal member is visually perceptible through the first component;', 'a ...

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Номер записи: 31
26-01-2017 дата публикации

REUSABLE TAMPON APPLICATORS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20170020744A1
Автор: Agrawal Miki
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Disclosed are reusable tampon applicators, methods of use, and methods of manufacture thereof. A reusable tampon applicator comprises a cylindrical body, and a pusher for pushing a tampon through the cylindrical body during tampon insertion. The cylindrical body comprises a base opening at a distal end for inserting the tampon into a straight barrel connected to a convex apex at a proximal end. The convex apex comprises a slit opening for the tampon to pass through during tampon insertion. The slit opening extends from the proximal end to the distal end to form a full slit on a first lateral side of the cylindrical body; it further extends from the proximal end towards the distal end to form a partial slit on a second lateral side. Such reusable tampon applicators provide a hygienic and eco-friendly alternative to disposable tampon applicators. 1. A reusable tampon applicator , comprising: wherein the convex apex comprises a slit opening for the tampon to pass through during tampon insertion,', 'wherein the slit opening extends from the proximal end to the distal end to form a full slit on a first lateral side of the cylindrical body, and', 'wherein the slit opening extends from the proximal end towards the distal end to form a partial slit on a second lateral side of the cylindrical body, opposite to the first lateral side of the cylindrical body, wherein the partial slit is shorter in length along the cylindrical body than the full slit; and, 'a hollow cylindrical body for holding a tampon for tampon application, the cylindrical body comprising a distal end and a proximal end, and a base opening at the distal end for inserting the tampon into a straight barrel connected to a convex apex at the proximal end,'}a pusher, for telescopic insertion into the cylindrical body, and for pushing the tampon out from the slit opening during tampon insertion.2. The reusable tampon applicator of claim 1 , further comprising:a case for telescopically enclosing the cylindrical ...

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Номер записи: 32
24-01-2019 дата публикации

CONTROLLING SURFACE DISPERSIBILITY IN THERMOPLASTIC INJECTION MOLDED AND FLUSHABLE MATERIALS

Номер: US20190021914A1
Автор: DeMARCO Alphonse, Mleziva Mark M., Wideman Gregory J.
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An injection-molded article includes a water-dispersible injection-moldable composition including 82 wt. % to 86 wt. % partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), 11 wt. % to 13 wt. % plasticizer, and 3 wt. % to 5 wt. % total colorant and slip additives, wherein the injection-molded article has an outer surface, and wherein the composition at the outer surface is surface cross-linked. A method for controlling the dispersibility of an injection-molded article having an outer surface includes formulating a water-dispersible injection-moldable composition including 82 wt. % to 86 wt. % partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), 11 wt. % to 13 wt. % plasticizer, and 3 wt. % to 5 wt. % total colorant and slip additives; injection molding the single resin composition into the injection-molded article; and treating the outer surface to increase the cross-linking of the composition at the outer surface. 1. An injection-molded article comprising:a water-dispersible injection-moldable composition comprising:82 wt. % to 86 wt. % partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH),11 wt. % to 13 wt. % plasticizer, and3 wt. % to 5 wt. % total colorant and slip additives,wherein the injection-molded article has an outer surface, and wherein the composition at the outer surface is surface cross-linked.2. The injection-molded article of claim 1 , wherein the composition at the outer surface has a higher degree of cross-linking than the rest of the composition in the injection-molded article.3. The injection-molded article of claim 1 , wherein the outer surface is surface cross-linked using electron beam radiation.4. The injection-molded article of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a cross-linking accelerant.5. The injection-molded article of claim 4 , wherein the cross-linking accelerant is methylene bisacrylamide.6. The injection-molded article of claim 1 , wherein the composition at the outer surface has a lower water dispersibility than the rest of the ...

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Номер записи: 33
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Laparoscopic delivery device

Номер: US20140107558A1
Автор: Eric William CONLEY, Ricardo Alexander Gomez, Robert Drew FANELLI, Sandy Lawrence HECK, Tristram Ian JORDAN
Принадлежит: New Wave Surgical LLC

The device for laparoscopically delivering a solid material through a trocar into a body cavity comprises at least: a hollow tube defining a void therein and having a hub at a proximal end thereof, the hub having a proximal opening therein which forms a continuation of the hollow tube; the hollow tube having a prepackaged solid material therewithin; the tube having an outer diameter less than an inner diameter of a trocar through which the tube is inserted into a body cavity, the tube extending past a valve in the trocar when positioned therewithin; the hub having a diameter greater than the inner diameter of the trocar so as not to pass therethrough; and the material being suitably anchored by a string to the device so as not to become lost within the body cavity after being pushed out of the tube.

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Номер записи: 34
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Pull-Activated Tampon Applictor

Номер: US20150025438A1
Автор: Adam Patrick Vollmer, Adrienne Rae Loyd, Allan James Krueger, Angela Ann Johnston, Betsy Charlotte Fields, Dennis J. Boyle, Garry Roland Woltman, Jonathan Kyle Arendt, Judy May Lee, Lukas Martin Scherrer, Marcus David Weiher, Pamela Mary Thompson, Paula Cardinahl Winkel, Rebecca Jeanine Sinclair, Sarah Jane Marie Freiburger, Vivian Kate Barad
Принадлежит: Kimberly Clark Worldwide Inc

A pull-activated applicator includes a barrel, a pledget, a finger grip, and a deployment element. The pledget includes a withdrawal string and is located within the barrel. The barrel, the pledget, and the deployment element are configured such that application of a force to the deployment element in a first direction deploys the pledget and withdrawal string from the barrel in a second direction generally opposite the first direction.

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Номер записи: 35
04-02-2016 дата публикации

NOSEBLEED TREATMENT DEVICE WITH POSITION INDICATOR

Номер: US20160030253A1
Автор: Husain Abbas M.
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A nosebleed treatment device with position indicator for use in treating a patient having a nosebleed uses a nose clip that has a swab holder disposed on it to moveably hold a bulky or oversized swab to position it on the nosebleed site. A plurality of measurement lines are located on both the handle and the swab portion allowing the user to determine the location of the nosebleed site. The swab can be moved to press against a bleed site in a patient having the nosebleed. A medically effective agent is applied to the bleed site either by applying it to the swab portion. The medically effective agent contains at least one of a clot enhancing agent and a vasoconstricting agent. The agent may contain vitamin K as well as a vasoconstricting agent epinephrine and is herbally or mammalian sourced. 2. The nosebleed treatment device with position indicator for use in treating a patient having a nosebleed according to wherein said medically effective agent contains a clot enhancing agent.3. The nosebleed treatment device with position indicator for use in treating a patient having a nosebleed according to wherein said clot enhancing agent is vitamin K.4. The nosebleed treatment device with position indicator for use in treating a patient having a nosebleed according to wherein said medically effective agent contains a vasoconstricting agent.5. The nosebleed treatment device with position indicator for use in treating a patient having a nosebleed according to wherein said vasoconstricting agent is an herbally sourced ephedra compound.6. The nosebleed treatment device with position indicator for use in treating a patient having a nosebleed according to wherein said herbally sourced ephedra compound is a vasoconstricting agent containing phenylephrine/ephedrine.7. The nosebleed treatment device with position indicator for use in treating a patient having a nosebleed according to wherein said vitamin K is herbally sourced.8. The nosebleed treatment device with position indicator ...

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Номер записи: 36
01-02-2018 дата публикации

STORAGE SYSTEM FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCT AND METHOD FOR USE

Номер: US20180028373A1
Автор: Donovan Rachel June
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A system including a first storage pocket having an inner cavity with an absorbent pad positioned therein. The system further includes a second storage pocket having an inner cavity with a tampon positioned therein, wherein the second storage pocket is directly coupled to the first storage pocket. 1. A system comprising:a first storage pocket having an inner cavity with an absorbent pad positioned therein; anda second storage pocket having an inner cavity with a tampon positioned therein, wherein the second storage pocket is directly coupled to the first storage pocket.2. The system of wherein the first storage pocket is pivotally coupled to the second storage pocket.3. The system of wherein the first storage pocket is pivotally coupled to the second storage pocket along a tear guideline.4. The system of wherein the system is movable between a compact configuration claim 3 , wherein the first storage pocket and the second storage pocket are folded along the tear guideline such that the pockets are generally aligned claim 3 , and an expanded configuration wherein the first storage pocket and the second storage pocket are unfolded and positioned side by side.5. The system of further including a retaining flap permanently coupled to one of the first or second pockets and releasably coupleable to the other one of the first or second pockets claim 4 , wherein the retaining flap is configured to form a releasable connection to maintain the system in the compact configuration.6. The system of wherein the system is tearable along the tear guideline such that the first and second storage pockets are entirely separable from each other.7. The system of wherein the first storage pocket and the second storage pocket are each generally the same size and shape.8. The system of wherein the first storage pocket and the second storage pocket are each generally rectangular in top view.9. The system of wherein each storage pocket has a mouth providing access to the associated inner ...

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Номер записи: 37
17-02-2022 дата публикации

TAMPONS MADE OF NON-WOVEN FABRIC

Номер: US20220047428A1
Автор: Adler Chanan Yosef, HELVITS Shlomo
Принадлежит: ALBAAD MASSUOT YITZHAK LTD.

Tampons and production methods are provided that provide tampons made of at least 80% cellulose-based fibers, such as cotton or viscose, without plastic top sheets. The tampons consist of cylindrically-compressed rolled strips of entangled non-woven fabric and may be made of 100% natural cellulose-based fibers, the fabric having a tensile strength that is larger than 10N/50 mm. The fabric may be folded longitudinally in various folding configurations and rolled transversely before compression to tampon dimensions. 1. A tampon consisting of a cylindrically-compressed rolled strip of entangled non-woven fabric and an attached removal string , wherein the fabric is made of at least 80% cellulose-based fibers , and has a tensile strength that is larger than 10N/50 mm.2. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the rolled strip comprises a longitudinally folded strip that is rolled transversely.3. The tampon of claim 2 , wherein the strip is folded longitudinally applying at least one of a C-fold claim 2 , a V-fold and a Z-fold.4. The tampon of claim 3 , wherein the strip is folded longitudinally applying at least two folds claim 3 , the folds selected claim 3 , independently of each other claim 3 , from a C-fold claim 3 , a V-fold and a Z-fold.5. The tampon of claim 4 , wherein the strip is folded longitudinally applying a double C-fold.6. The tampon of claim 2 , wherein the longitudinal fold is asymmetric.7. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the strip is folded longitudinally to reduce a width of a starting strip of entangled nonwoven fabric by a factor of 2 claim 1 , 3 claim 1 , or 4.8. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the rolled strip is free of exposed free fabric edges in the tampon.9. The tampon of claim 1 , having exposed fabric edges at a middle section or end thereof.10. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the non-woven fabric is hydro-entangled spunlace non-woven fabric or needle-punched non-woven fabric.11. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the nonwoven fabric consists of ...

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Номер записи: 38
01-05-2014 дата публикации

Tampon method of manufacture

Номер: US20140115844A1
Автор: Brian Alberts, Charles Robert Tomsovic, Joshua Fiedorowicz, Martin Gottvald, Nick Wolter, Ronald A. Hilt, Steve Gehling, Wayne Beyer
Принадлежит: Kimberly Clark Worldwide Inc

A method of manufacturing a tampon comprises the steps of at least partially overlaying a web of base material with a web of absorbent material. The web of absorbent material is secured to the web of base material with a first securement. At least one of the web of base material and the web of absorbent material is folded after the first securement. The web of absorbent material is further secured to the web of base material with a second securement that is a stronger securement than the first securement. The web of absorbent material and the web of base material together define a web of cover material. The web of cover material is applied to an absorbent structure. The web of cover material and the absorbent structure is manipulated such that the web of cover material extends about a circumference of the absorbent structure to form a tampon.

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Номер записи: 39
01-05-2014 дата публикации

Method of manufacturing tampons with contact elements

Номер: US20140115846A1
Автор: Brian Alberts, Charles Robert Tomsovic, Joshua Fiedorowicz, Martin Gottvald, Nick Wolter, Ronald A. Hilt, Steve Gehling, Wayne Beyer
Принадлежит: Kimberly Clark Worldwide Inc

A method of manufacturing a tampon includes transporting a web of material in a machine direction. The web of material has a base web and an absorbent web. The absorbent web has a free end and a bonded end wherein the bonded end is bonded to the base web. The free end of the absorbent web is moved in spaced relationship with the base web. The base web is bonded to a substrate.

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Номер записи: 40
09-02-2017 дата публикации

TAMPONS AND METHODS OF FORMING THE SAME

Номер: US20170035621A1
Автор: CHILD William M., Damaghi Babak, Graham Christopher J., Zimmerman Steven Jeffrey
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A tampon produced by a method of multiple successive passes of a needle through a fiber web in a manner such that the tampon is afforded a desirable structural configuration and optimized characteristics, including tensile strength, relative absorbency, linear density, and thickness. 1. A tampon , comprising:an elongated member having a longitudinal axis and comprising a nonwoven web consolidated via needle punching, the nonwoven web comprising a first plurality of fibers extending generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the elongated member, the elongated member having a Tensile Strength Factor of between 6.1 lbs and 23 lbs, a Relative Absorbency between 4.7 and 5.2 g/g, a Linear Density between 1.8 to 2.7 g/cm, and a Thickness between 6.0 and 7.8 mm.2. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the elongated member has a cylindrical geometry.3. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the elongated member has a parallelepiped geometry.4. The tampon of claim 1 , further comprising a withdrawal string extending outward from a proximal end of the elongated member.5. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the nonwoven web further comprises a second plurality of fibers extending generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the elongated member.6. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the first plurality of fibers and the second plurality of fibers comprise cellulosic fibers.7. The tampon of claim 1 , further comprising a non-woven overwrap that covers the elongated member.8. A tampon applicator in combination with a tampon claim 1 , comprising:a tampon comprising an elongated member having a longitudinal axis, the elongated member comprising a first plurality of fibers extending generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the elongated member;an outer tube containing the tampon; andone or more inner tubes telescopically and coaxially mounted within the outer tube so that the inner tube is moveable relative to the outer tube to eject the tampon from the outer tube;the elongated member ...

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Номер записи: 41
07-02-2019 дата публикации

INTRODUCER FOR URINARY INCONTINENCE

Номер: US20190038389A1
Автор: Beaudette Sean
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An introducer used to insert a urinary incontinence device into a vagina. The introducer includes a housing including a vaginal insertion tube at a proximal end of the housing and a storage section at a distal end of the housing. The storage section is shaped and dimensioned for storage of the urinary incontinence device prior to insertion and the vaginal insertion tube is shaped and dimensioned for the passage of the urinary incontinence device therethrough. The dimensions of the storage section are such that the urinary incontinence device contained therein is in its deployed non-compressed state allowing the urinary incontinence device to be stored in its non-compressed state prior to use. The introducer also includes a plunger which travels within the housing. 1. An introducer used to insert a urinary incontinence device into a vagina , comprising:a housing including a vaginal insertion tube at a proximal end of the housing and a storage section at a distal end of the housing, the storage section is shaped and dimensioned for storage of the urinary incontinence device prior to insertion and the vaginal insertion tube is shaped and dimensioned for the passage of the urinary incontinence device therethrough, wherein dimensions of the storage section are such that the urinary incontinence device contained therein is in its deployed non-compressed state allowing the urinary incontinence device to be stored in its non-compressed state prior to use; anda plunger which travels within the housing.2. The introducer according claim 1 , further including a urinary incontinence device stored in the storage section.3. The introducer according claim 1 , wherein both the storage section and the vaginal insertion tube are hollow claim 1 , and the storage section and the vaginal insertion tube are in communication with each other such that the urinary incontinence device may be passed from the storage section into the vaginal insertion tube and out of the housing.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 42
19-02-2015 дата публикации

ABSORBENT ARTICLE

Номер: US20150051567A1
Автор: Nakashita Masashi, WADA Ichiro
Принадлежит: Unicharm Corporation

The purpose of the present invention is to provide an absorbent article in which a top sheet () does not have the conventional concavo-convex shape, and the top sheet () feels dry and does not feel sticky even after absorbing menstrual blood having a high viscosity. This absorbent article has a liquid-permeable top sheet (), a liquid-impermeable back sheet (), and an absorbent () disposed between the liquid-permeable top sheet () and the liquid-impermeable back sheet (), wherein the liquid-permeable top sheet () has a grammage of 5 to 30 g/mand a thickness of 0.10 to 0.30 mm in a region that comes into contact with an excretory opening, the liquid-permeable top sheet () contains a blood modifier () in the skin abutting surface () of the region that comes into contact with an excretory opening, and the blood modifier () is a polyoxypropylene-glycol-based compound. 1. An absorbent article comprising a liquid-permeable top sheet , a liquid-impermeable back sheet and an absorbent body between the liquid-permeable top sheet and the liquid-impermeable back sheet ,{'sup': '2', 'wherein the liquid-permeable top sheet has a thickness of 0.10 to 0.30 mm and a basis weight of 5 to 30 g/min the excretory opening contact region,'}the liquid-permeable top sheet includes a blood modifying agent on the skin contact surface of the excretory opening contact region, andthe blood modifying agent is a polyoxypropylene glycol-based compound.2. The absorbent article according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid-permeable top sheet is a spunbond nonwoven fabric or an SMS nonwoven fabric.3. The absorbent article according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid-permeable top sheet is a porous film.4. The absorbent article according to claim 1 , wherein the blood modifying agent is selected from the group consisting of the following (A) to (E) claim 1 , and any combination thereof:(A) polyoxypropylene glycol,(B) a mono or diether of (B1) polyoxypropylene glycol and (B2) a compound having a hydrocarbon ...

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Номер записи: 43
25-02-2021 дата публикации

CATHETER TAMPON AND TELESCOPIC CATHETER SET AND FINGER SHEATH THEREOF

Номер: US20210052435A1
Автор: Wu Ching-Ju
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Provided is a catheter tampon and a telescopic catheter set and finger set thereof, to solve the problems of uncomfortability or unsmooth pushing of the conventional catheter. The telescopic catheter set includes an outer tube having a sheet partially overlapped by curling, with a chamber formed inside the sheet. An inner edge of the sheet is not exposed and an outer edge of the sheet is exposed. An anterior edge of the sheet circles to form an opening, and a posterior edge of the sheet circles to form an entrance. The telescopic catheter set further includes an inner tube, with a first end of the inner tube located inside the chamber and movable relative to the outer tube, and with a second end of the inner tube located at the posterior edge of the entrance. 1. A finger sheath of tampon , comprising a sheet partially overlapped by curling , with a chamber formed inside the sheet , wherein an inner edge of the sheet is not exposed and an outer edge of the sheet is exposed , wherein an anterior edge of the sheet circles to form an opening , and wherein a posterior edge of the sheet circles to form an entrance.2. The finger sheath of tampon as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the anterior edge of the sheet is shorter than the posterior edge of the sheet claim 1 , and wherein the outer edge of the sheet tiltedly connects to the anterior edge and the posterior edge of the sheet.3. The finger sheath of tampon as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the outer edge of the sheet forms a round corner adjacent to the posterior edge of the sheet.4. The finger sheath of tampon as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the sheet is made of degradable materials.5. The finger sheath of tampon as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the finger sheath of tampon is formed in a conical tubular shape claim 1 , and wherein the entrance is larger than the opening.6. A telescopic catheter set claim 1 , comprising:an outer tube having a sheet partially overlapped by curling, wherein a chamber is formed inside the sheet ...

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Номер записи: 44
13-02-2020 дата публикации

PACKAGE ASSEMBLY FOR OR WITH A TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20200046580A1
Автор: ABDUL Adeyinka, BUELL Sezen, BURKHARDT Philip, de OLIVEIRA Ricardo, Nigam Pankaj, OSIECKI Scott, Timmers Richard
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Disclosed is a tampon applicator package assembly having a tampon applicator and a cap having a closed end and an open end. The tampon applicator has a barrel for housing a pledget and a plunger. The plunger has an end portion that is a cap cover that connects to a remainder of the plunger and mates with the cap at the open end to provide a seal with the cap that completely encloses the tampon applicator in the cap. Also disclosed is an assembly having a tampon applicator, a cap having both a closed end and open end, and a cap cover for covering the open end of the cap. When the cap cover is placed on the open end, the open end is sealed and the tampon applicator is completely enclosed in the cap. 1. A tampon applicator package assembly , comprising: a barrel region having an insertion end and a grip end;', 'a hollow plunger having a telescoping portion and an end portion, said telescoping portion engaging said grip end of said barrel; and, 'a tampon applicator, comprisinga pledget having an insertion end and a distal end, said distal end having a string attached thereto, said pledget being housed within said barrel region;a cap having a closed end and an open end, wherein said tampon applicator is disposed in said cap, said cap having at least one structure on an inner wall of said cap; anda cap cover matingly engages said cap at said open end such that said tampon applicator and said string are enclosed within said tampon applicator package assembly, andwherein during use, said at least one structure helps retain said barrel region within said cap while said end portion of said plunger is withdrawn from said cap; andwherein said string stays within said tampon package applicator assembly when said cap cover is at least partially disengaged from said open end of said cap.2. The tampon applicator package assembly of claim 1 , wherein said plunger is transparent such that said string is viewable prior to use.3. The tampon applicator package assembly according to ...

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Номер записи: 45
26-02-2015 дата публикации

ABSORBENT ARTICLE

Номер: US20150057628A1
Автор: Hashino Akira, Noda Yuki, Tamura Tatsuya
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The objective of the present disclosure is to provide an absorbent article having a dry top sheet without any feeling of stickiness in the top sheet, even after high viscosity menstrual blood has been absorbed. The absorbent article of the present disclosure has the following structure. The absorbent article () has a liquid-permeable top sheet (), a liquid-impermeable back sheet, and an absorbent body (). The absorbent article () is characterized by: having an excretory orifice contact region (), first embossed portions (), an external peripheral region (), and second embossed portions (); the first embossed portions () and second embossed portions () being formed by embossing a layer comprising the top sheet () and the absorbent body (); and the top sheet () inside the excretory orifice contact region () and the second embossed portions () respectively comprising a prescribed blood lubricating agent.

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Номер записи: 46
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Delivery systems for control of bleeding in transurethral prostatectomy

Номер: US20210059867A1
Автор: Hua Xie, Mattie R. JONES, Simon J. McCarthy
Принадлежит: Oregon Health Science University, Tricol Biomedical Inc

The present disclosure relates to a gastrointestinal delivery device of a chitosan dressing, where the delivery device is capable of stop bleeding, in particular in connection with TURP procedures. The delivery device may be used in all gastrointestinal bleeding applications and can be used with a biocompatible, foldable, thin profile, chitosan dressing. Various aspects of the device and its uses are provided herein.

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Номер записи: 47
20-02-2020 дата публикации

THERMOPLASTIC INJECTION MOLDED AND FLUSHABLE TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20200054494A1
Автор: DeMARCO Alphonse, Lortscher Peter S., Mleziva Mark M., PICKETT Austin N., Shlepr Michael G., Wideman Gregory J., Woltman Garry R.
Принадлежит:

A flushable tampon applicator product includes an outer tube for housing a tampon; an inner tube, at least a portion of which extends into the outer tube, wherein the outer tube includes an outer, body-contacting surface, wherein the inner tube is moveable relative to the outer tube and configured to expel a tampon from the outer tube, and wherein at least one of the outer tube and the inner tube comprises a thermoplastic composition including partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), polyethylene glycol (PEG), a plasticizer, and a hydrophobic polymeric component, wherein at least one of the outer tube and the inner tube is a molded part; and a wrapper material configured for storage under high and low moisture storage conditions, the wrapper material having a water vapor transmission rate of less than 0.05 g/100 in2/day. 1. An injection-molded article comprising a water-dispersible injection-moldable composition comprising:partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH);polyethylene glycol (PEG);plasticizer; anda hydrophobic polymeric component, wherein the composition has a melt flow index of 5-180.2. The injection-molded article of claim 1 , wherein the article is a tampon applicator.3. The injection-molded article of claim 2 , further comprising an outer tube for housing a tampon; and an inner tube claim 2 , at least a portion of which extends into the outer tube claim 2 , wherein the outer tube includes an outer claim 2 , body-contacting surface claim 2 , wherein the inner tube is moveable relative to the outer tube and configured to expel a tampon from the outer tube.4. The injection-molded article of claim 1 , wherein the article is flushable according to Guidance Document for Assessing the Flushability of Nonwoven Consumer Products (INDA and EDANA claim 1 , 2006); Test FG 522.2 Tier 2—Slosh Box Disintegration Test.5. The injection-molded article of claim 4 , wherein the dispersal time in the modified slosh box disintegration test is less than 60 minutes.6 ...

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Номер записи: 48
20-02-2020 дата публикации

ABSORBENT ARTICLE WITH MULTIPLE LAYERS

Номер: US20200054504A1
Автор: Alzate Machado Andrea, López Pimienta Fabio Alberto, Manuel Chamat Juan
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The present invention corresponds to an absorbent article comprising substrates having a top layer and a bottom layer, wherein the substrates are located one on top pf the other. The bottom substrate having attachment media located on the bottom layer, and the top substrate having support media located on the top end and bottom end of the top substrate. The bottom and op substrates are attached throughout the periphery thereof, and the top layer is permeable. 1. An absorbent article , comprising a top substrate located atop a bottom substrate , each of the top substrate and the bottom substrate including a top layer which is permeable and a bottom layer , wherein:the bottom substrate has a first adhesive located in its bottom layer,the top substrate has a first fastener and a second fastener, wherein the first fastener is located in a top end of the top substrate and the second fastener is located in a bottom end of the top substrate;wherein the bottom layer of the bottom substrate is impermeable;wherein the bottom substrate and the top substrate are held together throughout their periphery; andwherein the location of the first fastener and the second fastener allows a user placing the absorbent article on underwear in two positions, and removing the top substrate from the bottom substrate by pulling any of the first fastener or the second fastener.2. The absorbent article of claim 1 , further comprising more than one top substrate.3. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein any of the top substrate or the bottom substrate further comprises an absorbent core between their top permeable layer and their bottom layer.4. The absorbent article of claim 2 , wherein at least one of the top substrates has an absorbent core between its top layer and its bottom layer.5. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein any of the top substrate or the bottom substrate has wings claim 1 , and wherein the wings of the top substrate are of the same size claim 1 , of smaller size claim ...

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Номер записи: 49
20-02-2020 дата публикации

SOFT THERMOPLASTIC INJECTION MOLDED AND FLUSHABLE MATERIALS

Номер: US20200056027A1
Автор: DeMARCO Alphonse, Mleziva Mark M., PICKETT Austin N., Wideman Gregory J.
Принадлежит: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.

A water-dispersible injection-moldable resin blend includes 20 wt. % to 80 wt. % thermoplastic elastomer, wherein the thermoplastic elastomer is ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), or a styrenic block copolymer (SBC); and 80 wt. % to 20 wt. % modified poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVOH), wherein the modified PVOH is unmodified PVOH blended with glycerin. A flushable tampon applicator includes a grip region generally adjacent the outer end of the barrel, wherein the grip region of the barrel includes a water-dispersible injection-moldable resin blend including 20 wt. % to 80 wt. % thermoplastic elastomer, wherein the thermoplastic elastomer is ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), or a styrenic block copolymer (SBC), and 80 wt. % to 20 wt. % modified poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVOH), wherein the modified PVOH is unmodified PVOH blended with glycerin. 1. A water-dispersible injection-moldable resin blend comprising:20 wt. % to 80 wt. % thermoplastic elastomer, wherein the thermoplastic elastomer is ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), or a styrenic block copolymer (SBC); and80 wt. % to 20 wt. % modified poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVOH), wherein the modified PVOH is unmodified PVOH blended with glycerin.2. The resin blend of claim 1 , wherein the thermoplastic elastomer is an SBC.3. The resin blend of claim 2 , wherein the SBC is one of poly(styrene-isoprene-styrene) (SIS) claim 2 , poly(styrene-butadiene-styrene) (SBS) claim 2 , poly(styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) (SEBS) claim 2 , poly(styrene-ethylene-propylene-styrene) (SEPS) claim 2 , poly(styrene-ethylene/propylene) (SEP) claim 2 , and poly(styrene-b-isoprene/butadiene-b-styrene) (SEEPS).4. The resin blend of claim 2 , wherein the SBC is poly(styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) (SEBS).5. The resin blend of claim 1 , wherein the unmodified PVOH is partially hydrolyzed (87-89%) with a viscosity range of 3.0-3.7 cps.6. The resin blend of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 50
20-02-2020 дата публикации

THERMOPLASTIC INJECTION MOLDED AND FLUSHABLE MATERIAL

Номер: US20200056032A1
Автор: DeMARCO Alphonse, Lortscher Peter S., Mleziva Mark M., PICKETT Austin N., Shlepr Michael G., Wideman Gregory J., Woltman Garry R.
Принадлежит:

A water-dispersible injection-moldable composition includes partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), polyethylene glycol (PEG), plasticizer, and a hydrophobic polymeric component, wherein the composition has a melt flow index of 5-180. The hydrophobic polymeric component can be a colorant within an ethylene matrix or polyethylene. The composition is flushable according to Guidance Document for Assessing the Flushability of Nonwoven Consumer Products (INDA and EDANA, 2006); Test FG 522.2 Tier 2—Slosh Box Disintegration Test. The PVOH has a hydrolysis of 87% to 89%. 1. A water-dispersible injection-moldable composition comprising:partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH);polyethylene glycol (PEG);plasticizer; anda hydrophobic polymeric component, wherein the composition has a melt flow index of 5-180.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic polymeric component is a colorant within an ethylene matrix.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the hydrophobic polymeric component is polyethylene.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition has a melt flow index of 60-90.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition includes 55 wt. % to 75 wt. % partially-hydrolyzed PVOH.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition includes 15 wt. % to 25 wt. % PEG.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition includes 9 wt. % to 14 wt. % plasticizer.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the plasticizer is glycerin.9. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the PVOH has a viscosity range of 3.0-3.7 cps.10. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the PVOH has a hydrolysis of 87% to 89%.11. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is flushable according to Guidance Document for Assessing the Flushability of Nonwoven Consumer Products (INDA and EDANA claim 1 , 2006); Test FG 522.2 Tier 2—Slosh Box Disintegration Test.12. A water-dispersible injection-moldable composition comprising:55 wt. % to 75 wt. % partially- ...

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Номер записи: 51
28-02-2019 дата публикации

INSERTER FOR URETHRAL PLUG

Номер: US20190060046A1
Автор: Bellaire Thom, Halsted Nigel, Janzen Ernie, Orr Robert Mitchell, RANGER Nicole
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A urethral plug inserter for insertion a urethral plug into a urethra of a male subject. The device including: a proximal insertion end; a distal gripping end; a central portion disposed between the proximal insertion end and the distal gripping end; and a central channel comprising a floor and axially extending from the proximal insertion end to the distal gripping end and configured to accept a lanyard section of the urethral plug. 1. A urethral plug inserter for inserting a urethral plug into a urethra of a male subject , the inserter comprising:a proximal insertion end;a distal gripping end;a central portion disposed between the proximal insertion end and the distal gripping end; anda central channel, comprising a floor, and axially extending from the proximal insertion end to the distal gripping end, wherein the central channel is configured to accept a lanyard section of the urethral plug, and wherein the inserter is elongate.2. The urethral plug inserter of claim 1 , wherein the floor of the central channel slopes from the distal gripping end and the proximal insertion end toward a middle of the central portion and wherein a depth of the central channel is less in the middle of the central portion than a depth of the central channel at the distal gripping end and the proximal insertion end.3. The urethral plug inserter of claim 1 , wherein the proximal insertion end comprises a tapered conic section contiguous with the central channel claim 1 , wherein the tapered conic section is configured to correspond to the contour of claim 1 , and retain claim 1 , the urethral plug.4. The urethral plug inserter of claim 1 , wherein the tapered conic section makes an angle ⊙ with respect to the outside of the urethral plug insertion device and wherein the angle ⊙ is from about 25° to about 35°.5. The urethral plug inserter of claim 1 , wherein the distal gripping end comprises protruding ridges on an exterior surface configured to provide grip to a user.6. The urethral ...

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Номер записи: 52
27-02-2020 дата публикации

Tampon

Номер: US20200060883A1
Автор: Font Caselles Ramón
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A tampon, particularly for feminine hygiene, comprises a substantially cylindrical absorbent body that is peripherally compressed and contained in a wrapper or in an applicator device. The absorbent body is formed by a rolled rectangular strip of absorbent material and comprises: a front end in the direction of insertion of the tampon, a rear end from which extends a removal string, and a lateral surface. The entirety of the outer surface of the absorbent body, corresponding to the front end, rear end and lateral surface is formed by a first layer of non-woven absorbent fabric. 1. A tampon for feminine hygiene , comprising:{'b': 1', '2', '1', '1, 'a substantially cylindrical absorbent body () that is peripherally compressed and contained in one of a wrapper or in an applicator device (), said absorbent body () having an outer surface and is formed by a rolled rectangular strip of absorbent material, wherein said absorbent body () comprises{'b': '1', 'i': 'a', 'a front end () in the direction of insertion of the tampon;'}{'b': 1', '3, 'i': 'b', 'a rear end () from which extends a removal string ();'}{'b': '1', 'i': 'c', 'and a lateral surface ();'}{'b': 1', '1', '1', '1', '11, 'i': a', 'b', 'c, 'characterised in that the entirety of the outer surface of the absorbent body () corresponding to the front end (), rear end () and lateral surface () thereof is formed by a first layer () of non-woven absorbent fabric.'}21111111111aba. The tampon according to claim 1 , characterised in that the rolled rectangular strip of absorbent material comprises a first layer () of non-woven absorbent fabric that comprises a central longitudinal portion () with a width equal to the length of the absorbent body () of the tampon claim 1 , with an outer side and an inner side in relation to the direction in which it is rolled up claim 1 , and two lateral longitudinal wings () folded over the inner side of the central portion ().31212121111111111abb. The tampon according to claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 53
24-03-2022 дата публикации

A TAMPON

Номер: US20220087875A1
Автор: Bairstow John Anthony
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A tampon including a body having a longitudinal axis, a front end, a rear end and an outer surface. The body including a liquid-absorbing material operable to absorb and/or retain bodily fluid. A bore extending through the body along the longitudinal axis from the front end to the rear end, said bore defining an inner surface. The tampon also including a liquid-impermeable layer, which includes a liquid-impermeable elastic material and a liquid-permeable layer. The liquid-absorbing material is a fluid. One of the liquid-impermeable layer or the liquid-permeable layer is on at least a portion of the outer surface of the body of the tampon. The other of the liquid-impermeable layer or the liquid-permeable layer is on at least a portion of the inner surface of the body. In use, the liquid-impermeable layer and the liquid-permeable layers are operable to move between a first configuration and a second configuration. 1. A tampon , the tampon comprising:a body having a longitudinal axis, a front end, a rear end and an outer surface, said body comprising a liquid-absorbing material operable to absorb and/or retain bodily fluid;a bore extending through the body along the longitudinal axis from the front end to the rear end, said bore defining an inner surface;a liquid-impermeable layer, said liquid-impermeable layer comprising a liquid-impermeable elastic material; anda liquid-permeable layer;wherein the liquid-absorbing material is a fluid;wherein one of the liquid-impermeable layer or the liquid-permeable layer is on at least a portion of the outer surface of the body of the tampon and the other of the liquid-impermeable layer or the liquid-permeable layer is on at least a portion of the inner surface of the body;and wherein, in use, the liquid-impermeable layer and the liquid-permeable layers are operable to move between a first configuration and a second configuration.2. The tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the tampon is an intravaginal tampon operable to absorb ...

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Номер записи: 54
18-03-2021 дата публикации

Device for shaping tampons

Номер: US20210077308A1
Автор: Marco Auer, Samuel Schuler
Принадлежит: Ruggli Projects AG

The present invention relates to an apparatus for forming tampons, which comprises a plurality of processing drums 2, 4, 5.1, 5.2 for forming a tampon from band-form material. It also comprises at least one transfer station 7 for continuously transferring a preform from a first processing drum 2, 4, 5.1, 5.2 to a second processing drum 4, 5.1, 5.2. The invention also relates to a method for forming a tampon from band-form material, wherein transfer from a first processing drum to a second processing drum takes place by means of a continuously rotating transfer wheel.

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Номер записи: 55
05-06-2014 дата публикации

APPLICATOR FOR FEMININE CARE DEVICE

Номер: US20140155808A1
Автор: Khan Ayub Ibrahim, Nellenbach Eva Grace
Принадлежит: The Procter & Gamble Company

Applicators for inserting feminine care devices into the body are provided. The applicators include an applicator barrel having unique insertion tip designs. The insertion tips employ a plurality of petals that can have an inflection or bending point above the bases of the petals. 1. An applicator for inserting feminine care devices into the body , the applicator comprising:a. a barrel comprising an insertion tip proximal a first end;b. a plurality of spaced apart petals disposed about the insertion tip, each of the petals having a petal base defined by the lowest point of a slot between the spaced apart petals and a petal length extending from the petal base to a petal distal end;c. wherein the insertion tip has a tip length defined from a point 5 mm below the petal bases and extending to the petal distal ends;d. wherein the insertion tip along the tip length comprises a wall thickness angle of greater than or equal to 0.4 degrees.2. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the insertion tip along the tip length comprises a wall thickness of greater than or equal to 0.5 degrees.3. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the insertion tip along the tip length comprises a wall thickness of greater than or equal to 0.6 degrees.4. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the insertion tip along the tip length comprises a wall thickness of greater than or equal to 0.7 degrees.5. An applicator for inserting feminine care devices into the body claim 1 , the applicator comprising:a. a barrel comprising an insertion tip proximal a first end;b. a plurality of spaced apart petals disposed about the insertion tip, each of the petals having a petal base defined by the lowest point of a slot between the spaced apart petals and a petal length extending from the petal base to a petal distal end;c. wherein the insertion tip has a tip length defined from a point 5 mm below the petal bases and extending to the petal distal ends, and an insertion tip thickness;d. wherein the insertion tip thickness ...

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Номер записи: 56
05-06-2014 дата публикации

TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20140155809A1
Автор: Ito Yukihiro, Taniguchi Kenta, Yamaki Kouichi
Принадлежит: UNICHARM CORPORATION

A tampon applicator comprises: an outer tube, in which an absorber stored inside, an aperture is disposed on one side thereof wherethrough the absorber is extruded, and a grip unit is disposed on the other side thereof; an inner tube which extrudes the absorber by moving within the outer tube; an auxiliary grip member. The auxiliary grip member further comprises a cover unit which covers the outer circumference surface of the grip unit, and collar unit which extends radially outwards from the outer circumference surface of the cover unit of the outer tube. 1. A tampon applicator , comprising:an outer tube with an absorber stored inside;an inner tube which is inserted inside the outer tube, which is movable towards into the outer tube to push the absorber to the outside of the outer tube; andan auxiliary grip member,wherein an aperture by which the absorber is to be pushed out is formed at one end of the outer tube, and a grip unit to configured to be gripped by the user is formed at the other end of the outer tube,the auxiliary grip member includes a cover unit configured to cover an outer circumference surface of the grip unit of the outer tube, and a collar unit extending radially outwards from an outer circumferential surface of the cover unit of the outer tube.2. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein the collar unit is arranged at a distal end side of the auxiliary grip member in a direction of insertion of the tampon applicator inside the vagina.3. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein a length of the cover unit is more than a length of the grip unit claim 1 , in a longitudinal direction of the tampon applicator.4. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein a protrusion protruding out from the outer circumference surface of the cover unit towards the outer side of the radial direction is formed on the outer circumference surface of the cover unit.5. The tampon applicator according to claim 1 , wherein a concavity recessed ...

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Номер записи: 57
05-06-2014 дата публикации

PACKAGE ASSEMBLY FOR OR WITH A TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20140155810A1
Автор: ABDUL Adeyinka, BUELL Sezen, BURKHARDT Philip, de OLIVEIRA Ricardo, Nigam Pankaj, OSIECKI Scott, TIMMERS Richard B.
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is a tampon applicator package assembly having a tampon applicator and a cap having a closed end and an open end. The tampon applicator has a barrel for housing a pledget and a plunger. The plunger has an end portion that is a cap cover that connects to a remainder of the plunger and mates with the cap at the open end to provide a seal with the cap that completely encloses the tampon applicator in the cap. Also disclosed is an assembly having a tampon applicator, a cap having both a closed end and open end, and a cap cover for covering the open end of the cap. When the cap cover is placed on the open end, the open end is sealed and the tampon applicator is completely enclosed in the cap. 1. A tampon applicator package assembly comprising;a tampon applicator, the tampon applicator having a barrel for housing a pledget and a plunger, the plunger having an end portion, the end portion having a cap cover that connects to a remainder of the plunger;a cap having a closed end and an open end, wherein the tampon applicator is disposed in the cap,wherein the cap cover matingly engages the cap at the open end to provide an at least partial seal that completely encloses the tampon applicator in the cap.2. The tampon package assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cap is used to dispose of the tampon applicator after use.3. The tampon package assembly of claim 1 , wherein the pledget has string attached thereto claim 1 , wherein the plunger is hollow and the string extends from the pledget to the end portion of the plunger claim 1 , and wherein the string is enclosed in the tampon applicator package assembly when the cap cover mates with cap at the open end.4. The tampon package assembly according to claim 3 , wherein the string extends beyond the end portion and is retained in a notch on end portion.5. The tampon package assembly of claim 3 , wherein the string extends beyond the end portion and is retained by grooves around a portion of the end portion.6. The tampon ...

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Номер записи: 58
22-03-2018 дата публикации

TAMPON HAVING SPIRALLY SHAPED GROOVES

Номер: US20180078427A9
Автор: Schoelling Hans Werner
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A tampon for feminine hygiene, having an insertion end, a recovery end, a recovery tape, and a longitudinal axis. The tampon is made of compressed fibrous material and has an outer surface that is at least partially provided with spirally shaped, pressed longitudinal grooves. The grooves define spirally shaped longitudinal ribs. Also disclosed is a method for producing the tampon. 1. A method of producing a tampon , comprising the steps:providing a tampon blank of tangled fibrous material having a longitudinal axis;compressing at least narrow lines of an outer circumferential surface of said tampon blank to form a compressed tampon having longitudinal grooves that are at least partially spirally shaped having an insertion end and a recovery end.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said tampon blank is compressed radially with respect to said longitudinal axis.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said tampon blank is compressed such that said fibrous material of said tampon has an essentially uniform density over a cross-section of said tampon.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the tampon blank is compressed such that said tampon further comprises a core with a high degree of compression from which relatively uncompressed longitudinal ribs extend radially outward.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein said tampon blank is compressed such that said longitudinal ribs are at least partially relatively uncompressed compared with said core.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein said tampon blank is compressed such that said longitudinal ribs extend radially outward at equal circumferential angle intervals and between said insertion end and said recovery end.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein said tampon blank is pressed to form said tampon having a fiber core claim 6 , and the circumferential surface of said fiber core of said tampon are curved radially outwardly in a barrel-shaped manner.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein said tampon blank is pressed to form said tampon having a ...

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Номер записи: 59
12-03-2020 дата публикации

TAMPON AND METHOD OF MAKING

Номер: US20200078226A1
Автор: Breslin Nery Vanesa, Viens Gerard A.
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A tampon has a pair of longitudinally extending side edges and an absorbent member. The absorbent member has an insertion area, a withdrawal area, and an intermediate area between the insertion area and the withdrawal area and an attachment area. The absorbent material has a plurality of fiber integrated nonwoven layers but are without fiber integration adjacent layers outboard of the attachment area. A withdrawal line extends from the withdrawal area and is attached to the absorbent member in the attachment area such that each of the plurality of absorbent layers is attached to an adjacent nonwoven layer in the attachment area. 1. A tampon comprising an absorbent member , comprising:an insertion area, a withdrawal area, an intermediate area between the insertion area and the withdrawal area, and an attachment area; wherein each of the layers extends along a plane along a longitudinal direction parallel with a longitudinal axis of the absorbent member, and a lateral direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction; and wherein the layers are stacked along a z-direction perpendicular to the plane, and', 'wherein the layers are sewn together in the attachment area to form a unitary stack including the plurality of layers, such that at least two of the plurality of layers are fiber integrated with an adjacent layer via the sewing in the attachment area; and, 'a nonwoven web in a folded configuration in which the nonwoven web is folded over on itself to form a structure having a plurality of layers of the nonwoven web,'}a withdrawal line extending from the withdrawal area and attached to the absorbent member in the attachment area.2. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the nonwoven web comprises a hydroentangled spunlace nonwoven.3. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent member comprises from between 2 fiber integrated layers and 20 fiber integrated layers.4. The tampon of claim 1 , wherein the nonwoven web comprises plastic fibers selected from the group ...

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Номер записи: 60
30-03-2017 дата публикации

PROTECTIVE DISPOSABLE WRAPPER FOR TAMPONS

Номер: US20170087032A1
Автор: Ketterer Scott, Thompson Carrie
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Tampon packaging and disposal systems and methods are disclosed. The packaging has a flexible mitten and an optional attached tampon enclosure. The tampon enclosure can package a tampon and the flexible mitten wraps around the tampon enclosure. When unwrapped, the tampon enclosure is detachable from the mitten and the tampon can be used by a user. The mitten is used for removing the used tampon worn by the user and disposing of the used tampon after removal. 1. A tampon packaging , comprising:a mitten having two flexible sheets that are sealed along a perimeter of the mitten to define a hollow interior space, the mitten also having an opening along at least a portion of the perimeter;a tampon enclosure selectively attached to the mitten along at least a portion of the opening.2. The packaging of claim 1 , wherein the mitten has a continuously-tapered shape.3. The packaging of claim 1 , wherein the mitten is a square or rectangular shape.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mitten includes a pocket also defining a hollow interior space that extends and is continuous with the hollow interior space of the mitten.5. The packaging of claim 4 , wherein the pocket is sized to fit loosely over a thumb of a user.6. The packaging of claim 4 , wherein the pocket is positioned approximately mid-way across a width of the mitten claim 4 , the approximately mid-way position being ambidextrous such that the mid-way position is positioned to receive a thumb of a right hand of a user and a thumb of a left hand of a user.7. The packaging of claim 4 , wherein the pocket is positioned on an exterior surface of the mitten near the opening and on either of one side or the other of a mid-way position across a width of the mitten.8. The packaging of claim 1 , wherein the opening of the mitten is sized to accommodate multiple sizes of hands of a user.9. The packaging of claim 1 , wherein the mitten has a deodorizing coating.10. The packaging of claim 1 , wherein the portion of the opening ...

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Номер записи: 61
01-04-2021 дата публикации

SHAPED TAMPON

Номер: US20210093486A1
Автор: BUSCHHAUS MIRKO, Kimball David L., ROBBE LIONEL
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A shaped tampon with a groove pattern and a combination of external shapes varying radially and longitudinally. 1. Shaped tampon , having a longitudinal axis , an insertion portion with an insertion tip , a withdrawal portion with a withdrawal end , the insertion and withdrawal portions being connected through a central portion , and each portion comprising a plurality of grooves , the contour of said insertion portion in an axial cross section plane being an ellipse, the said ellipse having a major axis and a minor axis, wherein the major axis is not equal to the minor axis; and a maximal axial cross section,', 'the contour of said insertion portion is curved in at least one longitudinal cross section plane, and', 'the grooves on said insertion portion extend from the central portion to the insertion tip and are merged in a dome shaped insertion tip., 'characterized by'}2. Shaped tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal opposite sides of the contour of said withdrawal portion according to a longitudinal cross section plane are substantially parallel.3. Shaped tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the contour of said withdrawal portion according to an axial cross section plane is substantially circular.4. Shaped tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the said central portion contains a shoulder at which the insertion portion and withdrawal portion transition.5. Shaped tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the said maximal axial cross section of the insertion portion is located claim 1 , along the longitudinal axis claim 1 , between the said central portion and 10 mm from the insertion tip.6. Shaped tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the minimal diameter of said maximal axial cross section of the insertion portion is equal or inferior to the diameter of said withdrawal portion claim 1 , according to an axial cross section.7. Shaped tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the ratio between the minimal diameter and the maximal diameter of said maximal ...

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Номер записи: 62
12-05-2022 дата публикации

Device for Positioning an Absorptive Matrix Element within a Body Cavity and Kit for Collecting Biological Secretions

Номер: US20220142618A1
Автор: Mareike Haack
Принадлежит: Noselab GmbH

An application device for positioning an absorptive matrix (AM) element within a body cavity includes a tube, the AM element, a release element and a deflector. The AM element is disposed inside the tube in a stored state before exiting the tube towards the distal end in a released state. The release element slides inside the tube along a longitudinal axis of the tube and pushes the AM element out of the tube towards the distal end of the tube as the release element slides farther into the tube. The deflector is disposed at the distal end of the tube and bends the AM element away from the longitudinal axis of the tube as the AM element is pushed out of the tube. The deflector is an extension of the wall of the tube that protrudes from the distal end and bends inward towards the longitudinal axis of the tube.

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Номер записи: 63
12-05-2022 дата публикации

TAMPON AND PAD BODY HAVING A FOAM ABSORBENT BODY

Номер: US20220142825A1
Автор: Liu Yu-Hsiang
Принадлежит: CHEN CHI HSIANG INDUSTRY LIMITED

A pad body integrally molded from a thermoplastic resin foam material with high compressibility includes a foam absorbent body, an outer film layer formed on an outer portion of the foam absorbent body, and a pull string connected to the outer film layer. A tampon is also disclosed, and includes a tubular sleeve unit and the pad body. The tubular sleeve unit includes an outer tube and a push rod. The foam absorbent body and the outer film layer constitute an absorption section of the pad body. The absorption section is constrained by the outer tube in a compressed state, and is transformed to an expanded state when pushed by the push rod to move out of the receiving hole via the exit opening. 1. A pad body integrally molded from a thermoplastic resin foam material with high compressibility and comprising a foam absorbent body , an outer film layer formed on an outer portion of said foam absorbent body , and a pull string connected to said outer film layer , said foam absorbent body and said outer film layer constituting an absorption section of said pad body , said outer film layer having a plurality of absorption holes communicating said foam absorbent body with the outside , said absorption section being transformable from a compressed state to an expanded state , said absorption section having a connecting end portion connected to said pull string , a top end portion opposite to said connecting end portion , and an intermediate portion between said connecting end portion and said top end portion.2. The pad body as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said outer film layer covers a majority of said foam absorbent body claim 1 , but not a top portion thereof.3. The pad body as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said absorption section has a conical shape in the expanded state claim 1 , and has a width that gradually decreases from said top end portion to said connecting end portion.4. The pad body as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said absorption section has a cylindrical shape in ...

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Номер записи: 64
26-06-2014 дата публикации

Tampon Assembly Providing Proper Bodily Placement of Pledget

Номер: US20140180193A1
Автор: Dougherty Eugene P., Ebert Phillip, Edgett Keith
Принадлежит: Eveready Battery Company Inc.

Provided is a tampon applicator having one or more insertion indicators to gauge and/or control the insertion depth of a tampon. The one or more insertion indicators may be located on the tampon applicator barrel, plunger, tampon, removal string, or any combinations thereof. As a result of the one or more insertion indicators, a woman can adjust the insertion depth of the tampon to her body's requirements ensuring leakage protection, comfort, or both. 1. A tampon applicator comprising:a barrel having an insertion end and a plunger receiving end, said barrel having dimensions to house a tampon pledget therein;A plunger having a first plunger inserted into said barrel and a second plunger within said first plunger, wherein said second plunger extends out from said first plunger and is moveable within said first plunger to a plurality of positions increasing or decreasing a total length of said plunger.2. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , further comprising a calibration index having a plurality of positions on said second plunger.3. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said first plunger and said second plunger are interlocking. This application is a continuation of prior application Ser. No. 11/811,705, filed Jun. 12, 2007, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/812,759, filed Jun. 12, 2006. The contents of application Ser. No. 11/811,705, filed Jun. 12, 2007, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/812,759, filed Jun. 12, 2006, are each hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.The present invention relates generally to a tampon assembly. The present invention more particularly relates to a tampon assembly that provides proper bodily placement of a tampon pledget.It is well known that the pelvic regions in women's bodies can exhibit wide variation. Some women have large bladders and short vaginas, while others have long or wide-set vaginal canals with tiny bladders. Some women are large, others quite petite. Vaginal canals ...

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Номер записи: 65
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Ergonomic Tampon Applicator

Номер: US20150105711A1
Автор: Bennett Kathryn, Edgett Keith, Jackson Dane, LeMay Jessica, Turchi Mario, Weber Susanne
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A tampon applicator barrel includes an insertion tip at a forward end of the barrel, a main body section that extends from the insertion tip, and a reverse taper section that is joined to the main body section so that the main body section is between the insertion tip and the reverse taper section. The main body section tapers toward the insertion tip section. The reverse taper section tapers in a direction away from the insertion tip section. A finger grip section extends from the reverse taper section to a plunger receiving end of the barrel opposite the forward end. The barrel is straight from the forward end to the plunger receiving end that receives a plunger. 1. A tampon applicator , comprising:an insertion tip having at least four petals;a main body section adjacent said insertion tip, wherein said insertion tip and said main body meet where there is a substantial change in curvature along the length of said tampon applicator, said main body section having a maximum diameter of said tampon applicator;a reverse taper section adjacent said main body section, wherein said reverse taper section tapers in a direction away from said insertion tip; anda finger grip section adjacent said reverse taper section, wherein said finger grip section has at least one gripping structure.2. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said at least one gripping structure is a protuberance.3. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said at least one gripping structure is a rib.4. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said at least one gripping structure is a groove.5. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said at least one gripping structure is a has a coefficient of friction that is greater than the coefficient of friction of said main barrel section or said reverse taper section.6. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said finger grip section is concave.7. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said finger grip section has a rearward edge.8. The tampon ...

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Номер записи: 66
04-04-2019 дата публикации

Disposable Absorbent Article

Номер: US20190099303A1
Автор: Albacarys Alex, MINOGUCHI Ryo, QURESHI Khalid, Stoebe-Latham Rebecca, Viens Gerard A.
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An absorbent article comprising an applicator and an absorbent tampon is disclosed herein. The applicator has an insertion portion and a plunger portion, the plunger portion being movable within the insertion portion. The absorbent tampon is disposed within the insertion portion, and the absorbent tampon has a primary absorbent member. At least one of the applicator or absorbent tampon is made up of, at least in part, bio-sourced material. 1. An absorbent article comprising:a plastic applicator comprising a bio-based content of about 10 percent to about 100 percent by weight using ASTM D6866-10, method B, the plastic applicator having an insertion portion and a plunger portion, the plunger portion being movable within the insertion portion; andan absorbent tampon disposed within the insertion portion, the absorbent tampon comprising a primary absorbent member, the primary absorbent member comprising from about 50 percent to about 100 percent by weight cotton fibers, wherein the plunger portion is capable of expelling the absorbent tampon from the insertion portion.2. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the plastic applicator comprises a bio-based content of about 20 percent to about 100 percent using ASTM D6866-10 claim 1 , method B.3. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the insertion portion comprises bio-based content of at least 95 percent using ASTM D6866-10 claim 1 , method B.4. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the plunger portion comprises bio-based content at least 95 percent using ASTM D6866-10 claim 1 , method B.5. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the plastic applicator comprises bio-based content at least 95 percent using ASTM D6866-10 claim 1 , method B.6. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the primary absorbent member comprises greater than about 75 percent cotton by weight.7. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent tampon further comprises an overwrap which substantially covers the primary ...

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Номер записи: 67
19-04-2018 дата публикации

COMPACT TAMPON APPLICATOR WITH TWO-PIECE PLUNGER

Номер: US20180104113A1
Автор: BUELL Sezen, Fedora Joseph, McCandless James, Mohamed Hassan, Preisner Peter
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A compact applicator has a two-piece telescoping plunger. The compact applicator, with such telescoping plunger has a full-size barrel region while maintaining an overall applicator length that is the same and/or slightly shorter than current known compact applicators. In a non-deployed configuration, the inner sleeve of the plunger is generally telescoped within the outer sleeve of the plunger, and the outer sleeve of the plunger is generally telescoped within the applicator barrel. 1. A tampon applicator , comprising:a barrel defining an interior cavity, the barrel extending lengthwise between a plunger end and an insertion end, the barrel including a grip region, a transition region, a main body region, a plurality of petals, wherein the transition region is disposed between the main body region and the grip region, and the petals are disposed between the insertion end and the main body region; anda telescoping two-piece plunger that includes an outer sleeve and an inner sleeve having a digit portion, wherein the plunger is configured to selectively reside in a non-deployed configuration or a deployed configuration, wherein in the non-deployed configuration substantially all of the inner sleeve is disposed within the outer sleeve and substantially all of the outer sleeve is disposed within the interior cavity of the barrel, and in the deployed configuration, substantially all of the inner sleeve is disposed outside the outer sleeve.2. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein the deployed configuration is achieved with a Click Force of between about 3 N and about 7 N.3. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein the two-piece plunger has a Retention Force of between about 0.01 N and about 2 N.4. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein the deployed configuration is achieved with a Click sound of between about 42 db/20 PA and about 53 db/20 PA.5. The tampon applicator of claim 1 , wherein said two-piece plunger has a connection mechanism permitting the deployed ...

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Номер записи: 68
03-07-2014 дата публикации

CATAMENIAL TAMPON

Номер: US20140188064A1
Автор: YAMAKI Koichi
Принадлежит: Unicharm Corporation

A catamenial tampon including a tampon body formed of a sponge adapted to be smoothly drawn out from the vaginal cavity. A catamenial tampon includes a tampon body and a withdrawal string. The tampon body is composed of an absorbent material formed of a liquid-absorptive sponge and a wrapping material formed of a liquid-permeable sheet material and adapted to wrap the absorbent material. The withdrawal string is attached to the wrapping material so as to extend in a direction in which the tampon body is drawn out. 1. A catamenial tampon including a tampon body adapted to be inserted into a vaginal cavity and a withdrawal string used to draw out the tampon body from the vaginal cavity , wherein:the tampon includes an absorbent material formed from a liquid-absorptive sponge and a wrapping material formed of a liquid-permeable sheet material and adapted to wrap the absorbent material; andthe withdrawal string is attached to the sheet material so as to extend in a direction in which the tampon body is drawn out from the vaginal cavity.2. The catamenial tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the sheet material may be selected from one of a nonwoven fabric formed of thermoplastic synthetic fibers claim 1 , a perforated film formed of a thermoplastic synthetic resin and a net formed of a thermoplastic synthetic resin.3. The catamenial tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the absorbent material is formed of planar absorbent sponge and the withdrawal string is doubled up so as to pinch the planar absorbent sponge in a thickness direction thereof; andthe sponge is spirally rolled up together with the sheet material to form a roll so that the withdrawal string may extend from a diametrical center of the roll in an axial direction of the roll.4. The catamenial tampon according to claim 1 , wherein the absorbent material is formed of a columnar sponge and contained within a sac formed of the sheet material; andthe withdrawal string is attached to a periphery of an opening ...

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Номер записи: 69
27-04-2017 дата публикации

TAMPON ASSEMBLY HAVING A SHAPED PLEDGET

Номер: US20170112679A1
Автор: Edgett Keith, Gorham Patrick, Jarmon George, LeMay Jessica
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A tampon assembly having a barrel, a plunger, and a pledget is provided. The plunger is slidably received in the barrel. The pledget is in the barrel between the insertion tip and the plunger so that a force applied on the plunger can expel the pledget from the barrel. The barrel has a plurality of petals defining an insertion tip, which has a first taper ratio of more than about 0.3 to less than 1.0. The pledget has a shaped tip that is disposed in the insertion tip. 120-. (canceled)21. A tampon assembly comprising:a barrel comprised of a single layer tubular wall and having a first end and a second end, the barrel having a cylindrical section located between the first end and the second end and a plurality of discrete petals at the first end that define a tapered insertion tip section, the discrete petals being separated from each other by a plurality of cuts through the tubular wall, each of the plurality of cuts having a terminal end adjacent a base region of the plurality of discrete petals, the tapered insertion tip section extending a first length measured from the cylindrical section of the barrel to the first end of the barrel, the cylindrical section of the barrel being longer than the first length of the tapered insertion tip section, the tapered insertion tip section having a first taper ratio defined as a radius of the barrel at the base region divided by the first length of the tapered insertion tip section, the first taper ratio being between about 0.3 to less than 1.0, the barrel further including a plurality of protrusions oriented on an outer circumference of the tubular wall adjacent to the second end and extending radially outward away from the tubular wall, the barrel being comprised of low-density polyethylene;a pledget located within the barrel, the pledget having a cylindrical portion that is located within the cylindrical section of the barrel, the pledget having an insertion end region that has been compressed to form a tapered pledget tip, ...

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Номер записи: 70
27-04-2017 дата публикации

TAMPON ASSEMBLY HAVING A SHAPED PLEDGET

Номер: US20170112680A1
Автор: Edgett Keith, Gorham Patrick, Jarmon George, LeMay Jessica
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A tampon assembly having a barrel, a plunger, and a pledget is provided. The plunger is slidably received in the barrel. The pledget is in the barrel between the insertion tip and the plunger so that a force applied on the plunger can expel the pledget from the barrel. The barrel has a plurality of petals defining an insertion tip, which has a first taper ratio of more than about 0.3 to less than 1.0. The pledget has a shaped tip that is disposed in the insertion tip. 1. A tampon assembly comprising:a barrel comprised of a single layer tubular wall and having a first end and a second end, the barrel having a cylindrical section located between the first end and the second end and a plurality of discrete petals at the first end that define a tapered insertion tip section, the discrete petals being separated from each other by a plurality of cuts through the tubular wall, each of the plurality of cuts having a terminal end adjacent a base region of the plurality of discrete petals, the tapered insertion tip section extending a first length measured from the cylindrical section of the barrel to the first end of the barrel, the cylindrical section of the barrel being longer than the first length of the tapered insertion tip section, the tapered insertion tip section having a first taper ratio defined as a radius of the barrel at the base region divided by the first length of the tapered insertion tip section, the first taper ratio being between about 0.3 to less than 1.0;a pledget located within the barrel, the pledget having a cylindrical portion that s located within the cylindrical section of the barrel, the pledget having an insertion end region that has been compressed to form a tapered pledget tip, the tapered pledget tip for contacting and supporting at least 50% of the inner surface area of the plurality of petals while the tampon assembly is being inserted into a user for mitigating against the plurality of petals pinching the user, the tapered pledget tip ...

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Номер записи: 71
09-04-2020 дата публикации

Homostatic Device

Номер: US20200107969A1
Автор: Bartholomew H. Chandler
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A hemostatic device for treatment of a gunshot wound includes a barrel, which has a first end that is open, and a plunger. The barrel is arcuate adjacent to a second end to define a tip section. A clotting medium and a gauze are positioned in the barrel proximate to the tip section and between the clotting medium and the first end, respectively. A plurality of slits that is positioned in the tip section defines a plurality of petals, which comprise plastic and are resiliently deformable. The plunger, which has a head that is sealably positioned in the barrel adjacent to the first end, is configured to be pushed into the barrel to apply pressure to the gauze and the clotting medium so that the petals separate. The clotting medium and the gauze are sequentially expelled from the barrel into a wound to induce clotting and to pack the wound. 1. A hemostatic device comprising:a barrel having a first end and a second end, the first end being open, the barrel being arcuate adjacent to the second end defining a tip section of the barrel;a clotting medium positioned in the barrel proximate to the tip section;a gauze positioned in the barrel between the clotting medium and the first end;a plurality of slits positioned in the tip section defining a plurality of petals, each slit extending from the second end through the tip section, the petals comprising plastic such that the petals are resiliently deformable; anda plunger having a head sealably positioned in the barrel adjacent to the first end wherein the plunger is configured for being pushed into the barrel for applying pressure to the gauze and the clotting medium such that the petals separate wherein the clotting medium and the gauze are sequentially expelled through the second end of the barrel into a wound for inducing clotting and packing the wound.2. The device of claim 1 , further including the barrel being circularly shaped between the tip section and the first end.3. The device of claim 1 , further including the ...

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Номер записи: 72
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Vaginal Insertion Assembly

Номер: US20160120708A1
Автор: CHAFFRINGEON Bernard
Принадлежит: V-VEIL SHOP LTD.

The invention relates to a vaginal insertion assembly and methods of manufacturing it, which comprises a flexible retention web made by an atraumatic material intended to be introduced into the vaginal cavity with the aid of an applicator, said web comprising removal means and a shorter web flap F obtained by strangling the web in a site P, and being arranged into the applicator such that the web becomes more rigid and makes it less penetrable. 1. A vaginal insertion assembly comprising:an at least partially hollow body applicator (A), having a grip portion (G) and a head portion (H) intended to be inserted into the vaginal cavity (V), said head portion (H) being hollow and ending with an open section (O)a flexible retention web (W) for insertion into the vaginal cavity of a user with the aid of said applicator (A), which web is made of an atraumatic material and is provided with means for removal (R), characterized in that{'b': 1', '2, 'the flexible retention web (W) is strangled at a site (P) along its transverse axis, thus defining a shorter web flap (F) and a longer web flap (F),'}{'b': 1', '1, 'the shorter web flap (F) is at least partially housed within the head portion (H) of the applicator (A), with the site (P) oriented downwards, towards the grip portion (G) and the free end (E) oriented upwards,'}{'b': '2', 'and the longer web flap (F) protrudes through the open section (O) and covers at least partially the body of the applicator, such that the central zone of the web remains outside.'}21122. The assembly according to in which the ratio between the length (L) of the shorter web flap claim 1 , defined as the length between the site (P) and the extremity of the shorter flap (F) opposite to the site of attachment claim 1 , and the length (L) of the longer web flap claim 1 , defined as the length between the site (P) and the extremity of the longer flap (F) opposite to the site of attachment claim 1 , is at most ¼ claim 1 , more preferably between about 1/12 ...

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Номер записи: 73
27-05-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A TAMPON

Номер: US20210154054A1
Автор: LENHERR Harald
Принадлежит: Ruggli Projects AG

A tampon () has at least one absorbent body made from an absorbent material (), the tampon () having a proximal end () and a distal end () and a middle part extending between the distal end and the proximal end, as well as an extraction device () connected to the absorbent body and situated at the distal end (). The tampon has a covering made from a nonwoven material (), which, with the exception of a pass-through opening () for the extraction device (), completely covers at least the distal end (), by which the escaping of fibers at the distal end () is prevented, and the covering additionally forming a protection against the fluid leakage. 11. A tampon () comprising at least one absorbent body made from an absorbent material , whereinthe tampon has a proximal end and a distal end and a middle part extending between the distal end and the proximal end, as well asan extraction means connected to the absorbent body and situated at the distal end, wherein{'sup': 2', '2, 'the tampon has a covering in the form of a closed sleeve or made from a fluid pervious foil, made from a strip of a nonwoven material having a weight per unit area of at least 6 g/m, in particular between 12 and 30 g/m, or made from a fluid pervious foil, which, with the exception of a pass-through opening for the extraction means, completely covers at least the distal end, which strip or foil prevents the escaping of fibers at the distal end, wherein the covering additionally forms a protection against fluid leakage.'}2. The tampon as recited in claim 1 , wherein the distal end of the tampon comprises a watertight or hydrophobic coating.3. The tampon as recited in claim 1 , wherein the distal end of the tampon comprises a covering made from watertight or hydrophobic material. This application is a divisional of and Applicant claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §§ 120 and 121 of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/739,201 filed on Mar. 6, 2018, which application is a national stage application under 35 U.S.C. § ...

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Номер записи: 74
10-05-2018 дата публикации

Tampon And Method For Making The Same

Номер: US20180125724A1
Автор: BROWN Henry A., MINOGUCHI Ryo, SEMIDEY-FLECHA Lymarie, Viens Gerard A.
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An absorbent tampon is disclosed herein. The absorbent tampon has a fiber integrated primary absorbent member having an insertion end and a withdrawal end disposed opposite the insertion end, a top portion and a bottom portion as determined by the Secondary Desorption Performance method, and a secondary absorbent member attached to the primary absorbent member and extending outboard of the withdrawal end of the primary absorbent member. The tampon exhibits a wet weight percentage fluid in the bottom portion of at least about 60 percent when measured in accordance with the Secondary Desorption Performance method. 1. An absorbent tampon comprising:a fiber integrated primary absorbent member having an insertion end and a withdrawal end disposed opposite the insertion end, a top adjacent the insertion end, a bottom adjacent the withdrawal end, and a middle disposed between the top and the bottom, a top portion and a bottom portion as determined by the Secondary Desorption Performance method; anda secondary absorbent member attached to the primary absorbent member and extending outboard of the withdrawal end of the primary absorbent member, wherein the tampon exhibits a wet weight percentage fluid in the bottom portion of at least about 60 percent when measured in accordance with the Secondary Desorption Performance method.2. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the primary absorbent member comprises between about 50 percent to about 100 percent trilobal rayon fibers and between 0 percent and 50 percent round rayon fibers.3. The absorbent tampon of claim 2 , wherein the trilobal rayon fibers have a dtex of between about 3.0 and about 4.5.4. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the primary absorbent member exhibits an area of the third largest cluster of greater than about 0.01 mm̂2 according to the Z-cluster method.5. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the primary absorbent member has a basis weight of between about 200 gsm to about 1200 gsm.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 75
10-05-2018 дата публикации

TAMPON PLEDGET FOR INCREASED BYPASS LEAKAGE PROTECTION

Номер: US20180125725A1
Автор: Abdul Yinka, Dougherty Eugene, Edgett Keith, Jorgensen Robert
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The present invention provides a tampon pledget with one or more of the following properties: increased absorbency rate; high absorbent capacity and fluid retention; rapid expansion potential; and ease of ejection of the pledget from the applicator. Surprisingly, the one or more properties are achieved by using a modified dual cross-pad, folded, compressed tampon pledget design. 1. A tampon pledget for a super absorbency tampon having an absorbency between 9-12 grams , comprising:at least one bottom pad having a length, a width and a thickness, the length of the bottom pad being approximately 4 inches and the width of the bottom pad being approximately 2 inches, the bottom pad consisting essentially of viscose rayon fiber and having a weight between about 0.94 grams and about 1.78 grams;at least one top pad having a length, a width, and a thickness, said at least one top pad positioned on said at least one bottom pad, the length of the top pad being approximately 4 inches and the width of the top pad being approximately 2 inches, the top pad consisting essentially of viscose rayon fiber and having a weight between about 0.76 grams and about 1.46 grams; anda withdrawal string;wherein said at least one top pad and said at least one bottom pad are in a cross-pad configuration such that said at least one top pad is centered on said at least one bottom pad, wherein said at least one top pad extends longitudinally across the width of said at least one bottom pad such that said at least one top pad is substantially perpendicular to said at least one bottom pad;wherein said at least one top pad and said at least one bottom pad are folded to form said pledget such that said at least one bottom pad forms an inner core of said pledget and said at least one top pad forms an outer layer of said pledget;wherein after the folded formation, said tampon pledget is compressed into a self-sustaining cylindrical shape with a tapered insertion end, the cylindrical shape has a uniform ...

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Номер записи: 76
10-05-2018 дата публикации

TAMPON APPLICATOR WITH IMPROVED INSERTION TIP

Номер: US20180125726A1
Автор: BUELL Sezen, Hillegass Kyle
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An insertion end for a tampon applicator assembly. The insertion end has an insertion tip region and optionally an inflection region. The insertion end of the tampon applicator assembly is unique in one or more ways, including one or more of the following: having a unique degree of closure, an inflection region length that is different than an insertion end region length, petal slits that form a tear-drop shape, petals having multiple radii of curvature, the insertion end having a unique radius of curvature, the insertion end having a unique part thickness. 1. A tampon applicator , comprising: an insertion tip region having between three and eight petals, each of the petals having a free end coinciding with a forward most end of an inflection curvature, each of the petals separated from each other by a plurality of slits, the insertion tip region having a formed insertion tip region length defined from the free end of the petals to where the slits between the petals terminate, the insertion tip region defining an insertion tip region radius where the plurality of slits separating the petals terminate;', 'an inflection region adjacent to or at least partially overlaps the insertion tip region, the inflection region defining a formed inflection region length, the inflection region having an inflection region radius;', 'a main body region adjacent the inflection region, the main body region; and', 'a grip region adjacent the main body region; and', 'a plunger that telescopically engages the barrel;, 'a barrel having a straight central longitudinal axis, comprisingwherein the inflection region radius is located where the inflection region meets the main body region;wherein the formed insertion tip region length is different than the formed inflection region length;wherein an insertion taper ratio is the ratio between the formed insertion tip region length to the insertion tip region radius, where the insertion taper ratio is greater than 1;wherein an inflection taper ...

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Номер записи: 77
11-05-2017 дата публикации

PACKAGE ASSEMBLY FOR OR WITH A TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20170128286A1
Автор: ABDUL Adeyinka, BUELL Sezen, BURKHARDT Philip, de OLIVEIRA Ricardo, Nigam Pankaj, OSIECKI Scott, Timmers Richard
Принадлежит: Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC

Disclosed is a tampon applicator package assembly having a tampon applicator and a cap having a closed end and an open end. The tampon applicator has a barrel for housing a pledget and a plunger. The plunger has an end portion that is a cap cover that connects to a remainder of the plunger and mates with the cap at the open end to provide a seal with the cap that completely encloses the tampon applicator in the cap. Also disclosed is an assembly having a tampon applicator, a cap having both a closed end and open end, and a cap cover for covering the open end of the cap. When the cap cover is placed on the open end, the open end is sealed and the tampon applicator is completely enclosed in the cap. 1. An apparatus comprising:a body forming a cavity for holding a personal care product; anda cap coupled to the body configured to enclose the personal care product within the apparatus when the cap is in a first position and provide access to the personal care product when the cap is in a second position,{'sup': 5', '2, "wherein a product of Young's modulus and a second moment of inertia for the apparatus is greater than 6.7×10Nmm."}2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a material of the apparatus comprises at least one of polyethylene or polypropylene.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is formed via an application of a molding technique.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the product of Young's modulus and the second moment of inertia for the apparatus is greater than 9.2×10Nmm.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cap is configured to store at least a portion of a string associated with the personal care product.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the cap is configured to receive the at least a portion of the string through a hole in a slit-surface associated with a plunger of the personal care product.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cap comprises at least one hole configured for application of a vacuum in order to thread a string ...

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Номер записи: 78
02-05-2019 дата публикации

PESSARY WITH APPLICATOR

Номер: US20190125510A1
Автор: Avery, JR. Robert Clark, Karapasha Nancy, Ramachandran Alexzandra Joan
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An intravaginal pessary device in an applicator is provided. The device has a top and a bottom, and a sidewall that extends between the top and the bottom. The sidewall, top and bottom form an outer periphery defining a total area of the device. The pessary device has a maximum diameter that is less than about 25 mm. The pessary device and applicator exhibit a maximum expulsion force that is below 1500 grams. 1. An intravaginal pessary device housed within an applicator , the device having an outer periphery defining a total area of the device and a central longitudinal axis , the applicator comprises a barrel region with a central longitudinal axis , wherein the pessary device and the applicator exhibit a maximum expulsion force below 1500 grams-force.2. The pessary device of claim 1 , wherein the pessary device has a maximum diameter and a minimum diameter located in the central region.3. The pessary device of claim 1 , wherein pessary device has a length less than 60 mm and the maximum diameter is less than 35 mm.4. The pessary device of claim 1 , wherein the pessary device has a weight less than about 10 grams.5. The applicator of claim 1 , wherein the applicator wall has a thickness between 0.01 mm and 1 mm.6. The pessary device of claim 1 , wherein the pessary device and applicator exhibit a force profile that has a first peak claim 1 , wherein the first peak is less than 5 Newtons.7. The pessary device of claim 1 , wherein the pessary device and applicator exhibit a force profile that has a first peak claim 1 , a second peak claim 1 , and an average force between the two peaks that is below 2 Newtons.8. The pessary device of claim 1 , wherein the relationship between the outer circumference of the pessary device and the inner circumference of the applicator comprise a ratio of between 0.3:1 to 0.99:1.9. The pessary device of claim 1 , wherein the pessary device and applicator require less than 1000 Newtons*mm average to expel the pessary device.10. The ...

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Номер записи: 79
19-05-2016 дата публикации

Method of shaping a tampon for feminine hygiene

Номер: US20160136005A1
Автор: Kenneth A. Pelley
Принадлежит: Johnson and Johnson GmbH

A process of forming a shaped, dimensionally stable tampon includes the steps of: radially compressing a tampon blank to form a dimensionally stable intermediate pledget having an intermediate pledget diameter and a longitudinal axis; placing the intermediate pledget into a hollow carrier and inserting the intermediate pledget and hollow carrier into a mold; urging the intermediate pledget into the mold via a ram bearing on an end of the intermediate pledget contained within the hollow carrier and withdrawing the hollow carrier from the mold to permit the exposed end of the intermediate pledget to substantially fill the mold and to form the shaped, dimensionally stable tampon; removing the shaped, dimensionally stable tampon from the mold; and enclosing the shaped, dimensionally stable tampon in a primary package that conforms to the shape thereof. The mold has an access opening through which the hollow carrier can be withdrawn.

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Номер записи: 80
19-05-2016 дата публикации

BIODEGRADABLE WATER SOLUBLE TAMPON APPLICATOR AND PROCESS AND APPARATUS TO MANUFACTURE SAME

Номер: US20160136006A1
Автор: Mikhail John
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A substantially biodegradable and water soluble tampon applicator comprising: a plunger and a barrel, said plunger being of a predetermined length, and having a first end and a second end, said second end being a predetermined distance from said first end, said plunger being substantially cylindrical in shape and having a first diameter at said first end and a second diameter at said second end, wherein said first diameter tapers downwards to said second diameter, proximate said first end, said plunger further comprises a first mating portion, said barrel having a first end and a second end, said second end being a predetermined distance from said first end, said barrel being substantially cylindrical in shape and having a diameter greater than the first diameter of said plunger, proximate said first end of said barrel, there is provided a second mating portion to matingly engage said first mating portion of said plunger to maintain said plunger in relation to said barrel in a first position, proximate said first end of said barrel, adjacent said second mating portion, said barrel further comprises a fingergrip. 1. A plunger pin for use in manufacturing a plunger of a tampon applicator , said pin comprising: a first end and a second end , said second end being a predetermined distance from said first end , wherein said pin is substantially column shaped , and said second end of said plunger pin being substantially dome shaped , said plunger pin having a diameter commencing at said first end and terminating at said second end , wherein said diameter of said first pin tapers downward from said first end to said second end , and a peripheral depression ring around said pin.2. The pin of further comprising at least one indicium.3. The pin of further comprising a barrel pin such that the plunger pin and barrel pin comprise a pair of pins for use in the manufacture of a tampon applicator.4. A barrel pin for use in the manufacture of a barrel of a tampon applicator claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 81
19-05-2016 дата публикации

PACKAGE ASSEMBLY FOR OR WITH A TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20160136007A1
Автор: ABDUL Adeyinka, BUELL Sezen, BURKHARDT Philip, de OLIVEIRA Ricardo, Nigam Pankaj, OSIECKI Scott, Timmers Richard
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is a tampon applicator package assembly having a tampon applicator and a cap having a closed end and an open end. The tampon applicator has a barrel for housing a pledget and a plunger. The plunger has an end portion that is a cap cover that connects to a remainder of the plunger and mates with the cap at the open end to provide a seal with the cap that completely encloses the tampon applicator in the cap. Also disclosed is an assembly having a tampon applicator, a cap having both a closed end and open end, and a cap cover for covering the open end of the cap. When the cap cover is placed on the open end, the open end is sealed and the tampon applicator is completely enclosed in the cap. 1. A tampon applicator package assembly , comprising: a barrel region having an insertion end and a grip end;', 'a hollow plunger having a telescoping portion and an end portion, said telescoping portion engaging said grip end of said barrel; and, 'a compact tampon applicator, comprisinga pledget having an insertion end and a distal end, said distal end having a string attached thereto, said pledget being housed within said barrel region;a cap having a closed end and an open end, wherein said compact tampon applicator is disposed in said cap; anda cap cover that is hingedly connected to said cap at said open end such that said tampon applicator and said string are enclosed within said tampon applicator package assembly;wherein said string is viewable when said cap cover is at least partially disengaged from said open end of said cap.2. The tampon applicator package assembly of claim 1 , wherein said plunger is transparent such that said string is viewable prior to use.3. The tampon applicator package assembly of claim 1 , wherein said string is in a folded condition within said tampon applicator package assembly prior to said cap cover being at least partially disengaged from said open end of said cap.4. The tampon applicator package assembly of claim 1 , wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 82
09-05-2019 дата публикации

Tampon And Method For Making The Same

Номер: US20190133836A1
Автор: Rachamadugu Arvind, SEMIDEY-FLECHA Lymarie, Viens Gerard A.
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An absorbent tampon is disclosed herein. The absorbent tampon strikes a balance between fluid distribution and expansion to reduce the likelihood of kinetic leakage and bypass leakage. The tampons have a fluid kinetic value “FKV” and a dynamic expansion value which are associated with their respective Syngyna ratings. 1. An absorbent tampon comprising a mass of absorbent material , the tampon further comprising insertion end and a withdrawal end disposed opposite the insertion end , a top adjacent the insertion end , a bottom adjacent the withdrawal end , and a middle disposed between the top and the bottom , wherein the tampon has an FKV of less than 35 and an average dynamic expansion of greater than 18.7 mm.2. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the mass of absorbent material comprises between 50 percent to 100 percent trilobal rayon fibers and between 0 percent and 50 percent round rayon fibers.3. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the mass of absorbent material is needle punched.4. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the mass of absorbent material is spunlaced.5. The absorbent tampon of claim 2 , wherein the trilobal rayon fibers have a dtex of between 3.0 and 4.5.6. The absorbent tampon of claim 2 , wherein each of the trilobal fibers and round fibers have a spin finish of about 0.06% to about 0.12%.7. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the FKV is between about 2 to about 30.8. The absorbent tampon of claim 2 , wherein the average dynamic expansion is between 18.7 and 21 mm.9. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the FKV is between about 2 and 15.10. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the average dynamic expansion is greater than about 19.5 mm.11. The absorbent tampon of claim 1 , wherein the mass of absorbent has a basis weight of between about 200 gsm to about 1200 gsm.12. The absorbent tampon of claim 11 , wherein the mass of absorbent comprises one layer of material.13. The absorbent tampon of claim 11 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 83
09-05-2019 дата публикации

TAMPON PLEDGET WITH IMPROVED BY-PASS LEAKAGE PROTECTION

Номер: US20190133837A1
Автор: Doughtery Eugene P., Edgett Keith J., Glaug Frank, Jorgensen Robert T.
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A tampon pledget is made by assembling one or more pads in a pad compression configuration, radially compressing the pad compression configuration in a traverse direction into a cylindrical form, and axially compressing the cylindrical form in a direction along a vertical axis to form the tampon pledget. In one embodiment, the axial compression is performed as a pressure is applied to at least one of a first and a second end of the cylindrical form. In one aspect of the present invention, the formed tampon pledget has an absorbent capacity as measured by the syngyna test of between about 6.0 grams to 9.0 grams and a density of about 0.4603 grams/cubic centimeter. In another aspect of the invention, the formed tampon pledget has an absorbent capacity as measured by the syngyna test of between about 9.0 grams to 12.0 grams and a density of about 0.4755 grams/cubic centimeter. 1. A tampon pledget , comprising:at least one top pad having a top pad length and a top pad width, said top pad having a top pad geometric configuration defining a top pad axis; andat least one bottom pad having a bottom pad length and a bottom pad width, said bottom pad having a bottom pad geometric configuration defining a bottom pad axis,wherein said at least one top pad is placed on said at least one bottom pad such that said top pad axis is perpendicular to said bottom pad axis thereby forming a cross-pad configuration, said at least one top pad and said at least one bottom pad being radially and then axially compressed into a generally cylindrical form having a shaped insertion end and a removal end, such that said tampon pledget has a density of greater than about 0.4603 grams/cubic centimeter;a leak shield covering at least a portion of said generally cylindrical form, said leak shield having an absorbency that is less than an absorbency of said generally cylindrical form,wherein after being introduced to fluid, said leak shield directs fluid back into said generally cylindrical form; ...

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Номер записи: 84
28-05-2015 дата публикации

Water-Dispersible Thermoplastic Injection Molded Composition

Номер: US20150148461A1
Автор: Mleziva Mark M., Wang James H., Wideman Gregory J.
Принадлежит: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.

A thermoplastic composition that is water-sensitive (e.g., water-soluble, water-dispersible, etc.) in that it loses its integrity over time in the presence of water that can also be injection molded is provided. The composition contains a cellulose derivative, a synthetic water-soluble polymer, and a plasticizer. The desired water-sensitive and moldable attributes of the composition may be achieved in the present invention by selectively controlling a variety of aspects of the composition, such as the nature of the components employed, the relative amount of each component, the manner in which the composition is formed, and so forth. 1. A water-dispersible composition , the composition comprising:from about 7 wt. % to about 70 wt. % of at least one cellulose derivative;from about 7 wt. % to about 70 wt. % of at least one synthetic water-soluble polymer; andfrom about 2 wt. % to about 50 wt. % of at least one plasticizer based on the total weight of the composition, wherein the weight percentage ratio of the synthetic water-soluble polymer to the cellulose derivative ranges from about 0.1 to about 10, further wherein the composition is thermoplastic.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the cellulose derivative constitutes from about 20 wt. % to about 60 wt. % of the composition based on the total weight of the composition.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic water-soluble polymer constitutes from about 20 wt. % to about 60 wt. % of the composition based on the total weight of the composition.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the plasticizer constitutes from about 5 wt. % to about 40 wt. % of the composition based on the total weight of the composition.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the weight percentage ratio of the synthetic water-soluble polymer to the cellulose derivative ranges from about 0.3 to about 3.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the cellulose derivative is a nonionic cellulosic ether.7. The composition of claim 6 , ...

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Номер записи: 85
28-05-2015 дата публикации

Thermoplastic and Water-Dispersible Injection Moldable Materials and Articles

Номер: US20150148733A1
Автор: Alphonse Carl Demarco, Austin PICKETT, Gregory J. Wideman, James H. Wang, Mark M. Mleziva
Принадлежит: Kimberly Clark Worldwide Inc

A tampon applicator that is water-sensitive (e.g., water-soluble, water-dispersible, etc.) in that it loses its integrity over time in the presence of water is provided. The tampon applicator can be discreetly disposed of in a toilet without the risk of clogging sewer pipes. The tampon applicator includes a molded thermoplastic composition containing at least one partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol a plasticizer. The desired water-sensitive characteristics of the tampon applicator may be achieved in the present invention by selectively controlling a variety of aspects of the thermoplastic composition from which the applicator is formed, such as the nature of the components employed, the relative amount of each component, the manner in which the composition is formed, and so forth.

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Номер записи: 86
24-05-2018 дата публикации

Devices and Methods for Delivery of Materials into the Nose

Номер: US20180140302A1
Автор: Bagaoisan Celso J., de Jong Andrew Lawrence, Pai Suresh Subraya, Sershen Scott Robert
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The various embodiments of the subject invention included herein provide devices and methods to deliver nasal packing material to a body lumen, cavity, or other anatomical structure along with methods of use of the same. 1. A device for use in positioning a material in a nasal cavity of a subject , comprising;a handle having a distal end, a proximal end and a channel wherein the handle is disposed at the proximal end of the device;an actuator slidably disposed on the handle;an elongate member having a distal end, a proximal end and at least one lumen, wherein the proximal end is joined to the distal end of the handle;a shuttle having a distal end and a proximal end slidably disposed on the elongate member;a link member having a distal end and a proximal end slidably disposed on the elongate member and the handle, wherein the distal end of the link member is joined to the shuttle and the proximal end is joined to the actuator.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein movement of the actuator along the handle is directly translated to the shuttle via the link member.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the shuttle comprises at least two tines.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the shuttle comprises a shape that is U-shaped in cross section.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the shuttle extends beyond the distal end of the elongate member6. The device of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the actuator is disposed within the handle and a portion of the actuator is external to a surface of the handle.7. The device of claim 1 , wherein a longitudinal axis of the elongate member is offset from a longitudinal axis of the handle.8. A device for use in positioning a material in a nasal cavity of a subject claim 1 , comprising;a handle having a distal end, a proximal end and a channel wherein the handle is disposed at the proximal end of the device;an actuator disposed on the handle;a disk slidably disposed in the channel of the handle;an elongate member having a distal end, a proximal end ...

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Номер записи: 87
25-05-2017 дата публикации

TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20170143557A1
Автор: KINOSHITA Akie, YAMAKI Koichi
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The present invention provides an applicator improved so that the entirety of the tampon may be reliably inserted into vagina. 1. A tampon applicator comprising an outer tube having a front and a rear , openings at front and rear ends and an inner tube configured to be inserted into the rear end opening so as to be movable in a front-back direction , thereby ejecting a tampon housed within the outer tube through the front end opening , wherein:a raised portion located on an exterior surface of the inner tube in a vicinity of the rear end thereof configured to be put in slidable contact with an interior surface of the outer tube when the front end of the inner tube moves to the front end of the exterior tube; andthe raised portion has a front end, a front zone having a nearly V-shape with a width dimension gradually increasing from an apex of the front end rearward and a rear zone located behind the front zone having a width dimension gradually decreasing rearward.2. (canceled)3. The applicator according to wherein the interior surface of the outer tube partially defines a protrusion protruding inward from the interior surface and the raised portion is put in linear contact with the protrusion in a circumferential direction of the inner tube.4. The applicator according to wherein the raised portion is located at a given distance forward from the rear end edge of the inner tube.5. The applicator according to wherein an exterior edge of the front zone is sloped so that a height dimension gradually increases from the front to the rear.6. The applicator according to wherein the maximum frictional resistance value generated when the raised portion is put in slidable contact with a part of the interior surface of the outer tube is 3.0 N or less.7. The applicator according to wherein a plurality of the raised portions are arranged on the exterior surface of the inner tube so that these raised portions are located at intervals in a circumferential direction. This application ...

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Номер записи: 88
14-08-2014 дата публикации

DELIVERY DEVICE WITH INVERTIBLE DIAPHRAGM

Номер: US20140228735A1
Автор: Hoskins Matthew W.
Принадлежит: TRISTAR WELLNESS SOLUTIONS, INC.

A method and device are disclosed for delivering items into the body of a subject. The device is elongated, and includes a flexible diaphragm having a proximal face and a distal face. The diaphragm is inverted into the device to form a receptacle that holds an item to be delivered. Fluid pressure is applied against the proximal face of the flexible diaphragm to deliver the item from the receptacle and out of the delivery device into the body. In one embodiment, the device is a one-piece device having compressible walls. The diaphragm, which may be a portion of the chamber wall, invaginates within the chamber to form the receptacle. Compression of the flexible walls of the device increases pressure on a proximal face of the diaphragm to evaginate the diaphragm out of the chamber and deliver an item contained in the chamber. 1. A device for delivering an item , the device comprising:a self-contained chamber comprising flexible compressible walls that substantially surround and seal the chamber, wherein the chamber contains a sufficient amount of a gas to provide a pre-deployment pressure within the chamber, and wherein pressure in the chamber is increasable to a deployment pressure by compressing a portion of the flexible walls of the chamber;wherein a portion of the flexible walls forms a flexible diaphragm that is invaginated into the chamber at the pre-deployment pressure to form a receptacle for holding an item for delivery from the receptacle, and the invaginated diaphragm is capable of being evaginated for delivering the item from the receptacle when the pre-deployment pressure is increased to the deployment pressure by compressing the portion of the flexible walls of the chamber.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising the item for delivery claim 1 , wherein the chamber is at the pre-deployment pressure and the item is contained at least partially within the receptacle to inhibit radial collapse of the receptacle.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 89
16-05-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TEARING OFF AND ROLLING UP A STRIP OF ABSORBENT FIBER SHEET

Номер: US20190142651A1
Автор: MARTINI Lukas
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A system and method for tearing off and rolling up a strip of absorbent fiber sheet for a tampon are discussed. An endless absorbent fiber sheet is propagated with a first linear speed by a first pair of rolls, and with at least the first linear speed by a second pair of rolls. A pulling means is provided to induce a second linear speed in the sheet larger than the first linear speed for tearing off a strip from the sheet. The first pair of rolls is configured to maintain the first linear speed of the absorbent fiber sheet, while the second pair of rolls is configured to rotate in a freewheel-type manner when the absorbent fiber sheet is pulled through the second pair of rolls at linear speeds larger than the first linear speed. Preferably, the pulling means is a rotatable clamping means for rolling up the strip. 21. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that at the third position the absorbent fiber sheet () is being pulled by:{'b': 1', '7, 'clamping the absorbent fiber sheet () by rotatable clamping means (); and'}{'b': 1', '1, 'rotating the clamped absorbent fiber sheet () at a rotational speed which induces said second linear speed on the absorbent fiber sheet ().'}411. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the method comprises the step of limiting the movement of the absorbent fiber sheet () in a direction perpendiculdar to the absorbent fiber sheet ():a. from a location downstream of the first position with respect to the machine direction to a location upstream of the second position with respect to the machine direction; and/orb. from a location downstream of the second position with respect to the machine direction to a location upstream of the third position with respect to the machine direction.51. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the method comprises the step of spatially restricting the rolled-up strip of absorbent fiber sheet to restrain said absorbent fiber sheet () from unrolling during and/or after the ...

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Номер записи: 90
07-05-2020 дата публикации

COMPACT TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20200138638A1
Автор: Belsito Monica, Ferraro Maria Eugenia, SCHAEPERS JOCHEN RAINER
Принадлежит: ALYK, Inc.

A tampon applicator. 1. A compact tampon applicator comprising:(i) an outer barrel;(ii) a pledget; and(iii) a plunger;wherein the plunger is a segmented plunger with a first portion of the plunger located inside the outer barrel near a gripping end of the outer barrel prior to use and a second portion of the plunger located outside the outer barrel prior to use; the first portion of the plunger has a pledget contact end that is inside the gripping end of the outer barrel and will contact the base of the pledget inside the outer barrel; the first portion of the plunger will also have a connection end that is opposite the pledget contact end and connected to the second portion of the plunger; the second portion of the plunger has a connection end that is moveably attached to the connection end of the first portion of the plunger and a push end that is opposite the connection end; prior to use, the push end of the second portion of the plunger is moved away from the insertion end of the outer barrel to a position that creates a continuous longitudinal axis between the first portion of the plunger and the second portion of the plunger with the second portion of the plunger extended away from the gripping end of the outer barrel.2. The tampon applicator as defined in wherein the segmented plunger comprises a locking portion that extends from connection end of the first portion of the plunger and that mates with the connection end of the second portion of the plunger when the second portion of the plunger is moved into the position creating a continuous longitudinal axis between the first portion of the plunger and the second portion of the plunger.3. The tampon applicator as defined in wherein the first portion of the plunger comprises a passageway that allows a removal string extending from the pledget to pass through the passageway and extend from the outer barrel of the applicator.4. The tampon applicator as defined in wherein passageway directs the removal string to ...

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Номер записи: 91
22-09-2022 дата публикации

MENSTRUAL DEVICE AND APPLICATOR SYSTEM

Номер: US20220296432A1
Автор: de OLIVEIRA Ricardo, Kormanos George, Mohamed Hassan, Nigam Pankaj, Timmers Richard, Yang Rui
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A menstrual device having a storage volume. The menstrual device has a frame and a fluid barrier seal layer attached to the exterior surface of the frame. The menstrual device has an expanded configuration that includes an at rest configuration and a deployed configuration. The menstrual device has a compact configuration where the menstrual device is confined to a size, shape and/or geometry smaller than an expanded configuration such that it can be more easily inserted into the body. The menstrual device in a compact configuration is contained within an applicator, where the applicator assists in ejecting the menstrual device into the body. 1. A menstrual device comprising:a frame having a side wall with an exterior surface and an interior surface, the side wall extends between a proximal end, and a distal end, and the interior surface at least in part defines an interior cavity; anda fluid barrier seal layer disposed on the exterior surface of the side wall, the fluid barrier seal layer attached directly to the exterior surface about at least a first end point;wherein the menstrual device collects fluid,wherein the menstrual device has a device length defined by a central vertical axis between the proximal end and the distal end, andwherein the menstrual device is configurable in a compact configuration and in an expanded configuration, and in the expanded configuration the interior cavity has a volume greater than zero.2. The menstrual device according to claim 1 , wherein the distal end has an interior surface and the interior cavity is defined by the interior surface of the side wall and the interior surface of the distal end.3. The menstrual device according to claim 2 , wherein the fluid barrier seal layer is disposed on less than all of the exterior surface of the side wall.4. The menstrual device according to claim 2 , wherein the fluid barrier seal layer is disposed on all of the exterior surface of the side wall.5. The menstrual device of claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 92
22-09-2022 дата публикации

PROTECTIVE RING FOR TAMPON APPLICATOR

Номер: US20220296433A1
Автор: Folluo Sarah, Hammond Ian
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A tampon applicator system includes a body and a protective ring extending outward from the body. The body includes a pinch zone and an opening. The pinch zone is disposed on the body below the protective ring and on an opposite side of the body from the opening. The protective ring is configured to protect the pinch zone from exposure on the opposite side of the protective ring. 1. A tampon applicator system comprising: [ a pinch zone, and', 'an opening;, 'a body comprising, wherein the pinch zone is disposed on the body below the protective ring and on an opposite side of the body from the opening,', 'wherein the protective ring is configured to protect the pinch zone from exposure on the opposite side of the protective ring., 'a protective ring extending outward from the body,'}], 'a tampon applicator comprising2. The tampon applicator system of claim 1 , further comprising a stem claim 1 , wherein the stem is configured to slide into the body.3. The tampon applicator system of claim 2 , wherein the stem further comprises proximal locking beads at a proximal end of the stem and distal locking beads at a distal end of the stem.4. The tampon applicator system of claim 3 , wherein the stem is configured to slide completely within the body.5. The tampon applicator system of claim 4 , wherein the proximal locking beads are molded into the proximal end of the stem and the distal locking beads are molded into the distal end of the stem.6. The tampon applicator system of claim 1 , wherein the protective ring is molded into the body claim 1 , such that the body and protective ring form a unitary piece.7. The tampon applicator system of claim 1 , wherein the protective ring is a separate piece from the body and the protective ring is mounted to the body.8. The tampon applicator system of claim 7 , wherein the body further comprises a retention structure on an exterior surface of the body.9. The tampon applicator system of claim 8 , wherein the retention structure comprises ...

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Номер записи: 93
22-09-2022 дата публикации

TAMPON PRODUCT INCLUDING APPLICATOR HAVING COMPONENTS MOLDED OF PULP-BASED COMPOSITE

Номер: US20220296434A1
Автор: LAKE David Daniel, MATSUZAKA Keisuke, MINOGUCHI Ryo, NISHIKAWA Tetsu, QURESHI Khalid, Weisman Paul Thomas
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A tampon applicator assembly is disclosed. The applicator assembly may include a barrel portion, a grip portion and an ejection plunger configured to slide coaxially within one or both the barrel portion and the grip portion. One or more of the barrel portion, grip portion and ejection plunger may be molded from a molding composite comprising cellulose fibers. 1. A tampon applicator assembly comprising a barrel portion , a grip portion and an ejection plunger configured to slide coaxially within one or both the barrel portion and the grip portion ,wherein one or both of the barrel portion and grip portion is/are molded from a molding composite comprising cellulose fibers.2. The applicator assembly of wherein said one or both of the molded barrel portion and/or grip portion has a dry void space fraction from 6 percent to 40 percent.3. The applicator assembly of wherein said porous one of the molded one both of the barrel portion and/or grip portion has/have a mean void thickness of 50 μm to 300 μm.4. The applicator assembly of wherein the cellulose fibers comprise hardwood pulp fibers and softwood pulp fibers in a dry weight ratio of hardwood pulp fibers to softwood pulp fibers of 1:2 to 3:1.5. The applicator assembly of wherein the softwood fibers are selected from the group consisting of spruce fibers claim 4 , pine fibers claim 4 , fir fibers claim 4 , larch fibers claim 4 , hemlock fibers and white pine fibers claim 4 , and combinations thereof.6. The applicator assembly of wherein the hardwood fibers are selected from the group consisting of eucalyptus fibers claim 4 , aspen fibers claim 4 , poplar fibers claim 4 , maple fibers claim 4 , birch fibers claim 4 , beech fibers and ash fibers claim 4 , and combinations thereof.7. The applicator assembly of wherein the molding composite comprises a binder claim 1 , the binder comprising a polysaccharide derived from plant matter.8. The applicator assembly of wherein the polysaccharide comprises a starch claim 7 , the ...

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Номер записи: 94
23-05-2019 дата публикации

APPLICATOR DEVICE FOR A MENSTRUAL CUP

Номер: US20190151136A1
Автор: GARRIGA I RODO Joan
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Two cylindrical parts () are provided which are able to be coupled to each other with an axial sliding movement, of which, a first outer part () includes securing means () for the menstrual cup () to be placed, and a second inner part (), which includes pushing means () which deploy the menstrual cup () from the securing means (). The outer part () has an inner through hollow () suitable for receiving the inner part () in a fitted manner. The securing means () are made up of corresponding elastic arms which emerge parallel from the distal end () of said part (). The proximal end () of the external part () has a smooth section (). The appendages () of the inner part () have a perimeter edge and a length. The inner part () has an inner perforation () for inserting a thread-like element of the menstrual cup () as extraction means (). 1442322143314212a. An applicator device for menstrual cups , which is made up of a flexible cup-shaped body () and provided with extraction means () having protuberances or thread-like elements located on the external portion opposite from the mouth thereof , characterised in that it comprises two parts ( , ) which are able to be coupled to each other with an axial sliding movement , of which , a first outer part () comprises securing means () for the menstrual cup () to be placed , for the folded insertion thereof inside the body of the woman , and a second inner part () , which comprises pushing means () which deploy the menstrual cup () from the securing means () of the outer part () once placed inside the body of the user.22223. The applicator device for menstrual cups according to claim 1 , characterised in that both parts are cylindrical and the outer part () has an inner through hollow () suitable for receiving the inner part () in a fitted manner enabling the axial sliding movement between both.321221221a. The applicator device for menstrual cups according to claim 2 , characterised in that the securing means () of the external ...

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Номер записи: 95
18-06-2015 дата публикации

Sanitary product structure for human body with functions of sterilization and deodorization

Номер: US20150164680A1
Автор: Teng-Lai Chen
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention relates to a sanitary product structure for human body with functions of sterilization and deodorization. It comprises a main body and at least one metal ion layer with the functions of sterilization and deodorization. The metal ion layer is at least disposed on the surface of the main body, wherein the metal ion layer is a cover layer composed of germanium ions, molybdenum ions, magnesium ions, manganese ions, chromium ions, vanadium ions, zinc ions, silicon ions, platinum ions, aluminum ions, selenium ions, calcium ions, titanium ions or any combinations thereof. Accordingly, the human body sanitary product has the effects of sterilization and deodorization.

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Номер записи: 96
18-06-2015 дата публикации

TAMPON FOR DAYS BETWEEN MENSTRUATION

Номер: US20150164702A1
Автор: Mueller Peter
Принадлежит: Ruggli Projects AG

A tampon with an absorbent body of which at least a part of its volume is made from an absorbent material and having a middle part, a distal end and a proximal end, and which is connected to an extraction device. The volume of absorbent material in such a tampon is designed to absorb between 0.5 g and 4 g, preferably 3.5 g, of liquid. 1116324511613616. Tampon () for days between menstruation , comprising at least an absorbent body () , of which at least a part of its volume is made from an absorbent material , and having a middle part () , a proximal end () and a distal end () , and an extraction means () connected to the tampon () , the absorbent body () being made from an absorbent material throughout its entire volume , wherein the tampon () is designed for the days between menstruation times having a volume of absorbent material () to absorb a liquid quantity of between 0.5 g and 4 g , preferably 3.5 g , and the absorbent body () has a length of less than 40 mm , preferably a length of between 40 and 10 mm or between 38 and 30 mm.21. Tampon () according to claim 1 ,{'b': '36', 'wherein the absorbent material () is made from fibrous material.'}3136. Tampon () according to claim 1 , wherein the absorbent material () is made from a compressed claim 1 , fibrous material.413616. Tampon () according to claim 1 , wherein the volume of the absorbent material () of the absorbent body () is designed to absorb a liquid quantity of between 0.5 g and less than 4 g claim 1 , preferably less than 3.5 g.5161616. Tampon () according to claim 1 , wherein a diameter () of the absorbent body () or a bounding volume surrounding the absorbent body () is at most 10 mm claim 1 , preferably having a value of between 2 and 10 mm.61316. Tampon () according to claim 1 , wherein at least the middle part () of the absorbent body () or bounding volume surrounding it is cylindrical in shape.71316. Tampon () according to claim 1 , wherein at least the middle part () of the absorbent body () or ...

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Номер записи: 97
24-06-2021 дата публикации

Material application system for tunneling wounds that allows co-delivery of solutions

Номер: US20210187259A1
Автор: Alexander WAITE, Carrina WARD, Katie BOURDILLON
Принадлежит: Systagenix Wound Management Ltd

A medical delivery device for treating a tunneling wound includes an outer sleeve, a plunger, and a hollow tube extending through an opening in the plunger. The plunger is configured to deliver a wound treatment material from an inner cavity of the outer sleeve, through a cavity opening on the outer sleeve, and into the tunneling wound. The hollow tube is configured to deliver a fluid to the wound treatment material after insertion into the tunneling wound. In some embodiments, the medical delivery device may further include a flap disposed on the outer sleeve. The flap may be reconfigurable between a closed position in which the flap is configured to shield the cavity opening, and an open position in which the flap is configured to allow the wound treatment material to be ejected through the cavity opening.

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Номер записи: 98
14-06-2018 дата публикации

Method For Moving Articles And Controlling The Position Of Same

Номер: US20180161214A1
Автор: Knuth Hinrich, Nellenbach Eva Grace, WASSON Matthew Howard
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A method for altering the appearance of molded articles is described herein. The method includes the steps of providing a plurality of articles; feeding a first article to a conveyor; transporting the first article to a treatment station; activating an activatable colorant of the first article by exposing the first article to at least one energy source, thereby causing a color change in the first article; manipulating the exposure of the first article to create a first discernable pattern in the first article; feeding a second article to the conveyor; transporting the second article to the treatment station; activating an activatable colorant of the second article by exposing the second article to the at least one energy source, thereby causing a color change in the second article; and manipulating the exposure of the second article to create a second discernable pattern in the second article. 1. A method for altering the appearance of molded articles , the method comprising the steps of:a. providing a plurality of articles that have been extrusion, blow or injection molded, each of the plurality of articles having a non-planar exterior surface section;b. feeding a first article of the plurality of articles to a conveyor;c. transporting the first article to a treatment station;d. activating an activatable colorant of the first article by exposing the first article to at least one energy source, thereby causing a color change in the first article;e. manipulating the exposure of the first article to create a first discernable pattern in the first article;f. feeding a second article of the plurality of articles to the conveyor;g. transporting the second article to the treatment station;h. activating an activatable colorant of the second article by exposing the second article to the at least one energy source, thereby causing a color change in the second article; andi. manipulating the exposure of the second article to create a second discernable pattern in the second ...

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Номер записи: 99
21-05-2020 дата публикации

Tampon assembly providing proper bodily placement of a pledget

Номер: US20200155363A1
Автор: Eugene P. Dougherty, Keith Edgett, Phillip Ebert
Принадлежит: Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC

Provided is a tampon applicator having one or more insertion indicators to gauge and/or control the insertion depth of a tampon. The one or more insertion indicators may be located on the tampon applicator barrel, plunger, tampon, removal string, or any combinations thereof. As a result of the one or more insertion indicators, a woman can adjust the insertion depth of the tampon to her body's requirements ensuring leakage protection, comfort, or both.

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Номер записи: 100