| abstract |
An absorbent open network has water-insoluble but water-swellable particles spaced from one another but integral with the network to provide an absorbent structure which is useful as an element in a disposable, body fluid-absorbing article, such as a disposable diaper, sanitary napkin, or the like. Also disclosed are methods for making the absorbent open network structure, and disposable diapers incorporating such absorbent structures. |