| abstract |
A disposable absorbent garment (10) including a topsheet (14), a backsheet (16), a storage layer (22), and an acquisition layer (24) is disclosed. The acquisition layer lies between the topsheet and the storage layer, and includes at least two yarns (28) oriented generally parallel with the longitudinal axis of the article, with an acquisition channel (30) between each adjacent pair of yarns. The acquisition channels provide free volume for temporary fluid storage until the fluids can be absorbed by the storage layer and allow fluids to move to the longitudinal ends of the article. The yarns store fluids until they are absorbed, and wick fluids away from the topsheet to keep the user dry. Each yarn may have properties specifically tailored to provide particular benefits depending on each yarn's location in the garment. The absorbent garment using such an acquisition layer is comfortable, highly absorbent, and economical to produce. |