AN ABSORBENT LAYER, STRUCTURE AND ARTICLE ALONG WITH A METHOD OF FORMING THE SAME

摘要

An absorbent layer is disclosed which is capable of absorbing a fluid and which maintains the superabsorbent particles, powder or fibers in a predetermined position. The absorbent layer is constructed of a bulky, three-dimensional fabric which has a liquid adhesive applied thereto in a non-continuous fashion. A superabsorbent is then positioned on the liquid adhesive. The absorbent layer can be secured to a liquid- impermeable outer cover to form a disposable absorbent article. A method of forming the absorbent layer is also disclosed. Furthermore, a method of forming a disposable absorbent article using the absorbent layer is described.