MECHANICALLY STRONG ABSORBENT NON-WOVEN FIBROUS MATS

摘要

The present invention is generally directed to a liquid entrapping device having the capacity to absorb liquids, while retaining a suitable degree of mechanical strength. More particularly, the present invention is directed to a liquid entrapping device comprising an absorbent component, hydrophilic elastomeric fibrous component in fluid communication therewith, and optionally an adhesive component. Furthermore, the present invention is generally directed to a particular electrospinner apparatus for making the foregoing devices and materials.