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Packaging incorporating sensory elementsRelated Patent Categories: Special Receptacle Or Package, For Folded Sheetlike ArticlePackaging incorporating sensory elements description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070119742, Packaging incorporating sensory elements. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present disclosure generally relates to a package containing disposable absorbent articles. More specifically, the present invention relates to a package containing disposable absorbent articles wherein the package incorporates sensory elements which communicate a characteristic of the package to a consumer. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] The field of disposable absorbent articles includes a wide variety of consumer products which includes diapers, bibs, wipes, sanitary napkins, tampons, etc. Within each category, i.e. diapers, wipes, etc., the number of different product offerings is typically large. For example, in the diapers category product offerings may include pull-on diapers, taped diapers, training pants, newborn diapers, etc. [0003] Packaging for each of these disposable absorbent articles typically includes the brand name of the disposable absorbent article plus some iconography or design which allows the consumer to readily recognize a particular brand. Additionally, packaging for these disposable absorbent articles may include a description on the number of absorbent articles within the package and a description of how to use the disposable absorbent article. In some cases, particularly, in how to use the disposable absorbent article, communication with the consumer may be through visual images without the use of alpha-numeric characters. [0004] Visual images, excluding alpha-numeric characters, can be an effective means of communication with consumers. For example, in the context of diapers and/or wet wipes, consumers often shop with babies or small children, resulting in less ability to intently focus upon various product offerings of disposable absorbent articles. Additionally, because the number of product offerings within each category can be large, it may become increasingly difficult for consumers to self-select the product or products which most appropriately meet their needs. [0005] Unfortunately, in some instances, a consumer may select an inappropriate product simply based on the package. For example, the consumer may select a product containing wet wipes which are suitable for their needs. However, the consumer may inadvertently select a package which cannot retain the moisture of the wet wipes after being opened. After a period of use, the wipes which were formerly wet would become dry. This could cause discomfort and/or injury when using the dried out wipe. Conversely, the consumer may, after realizing that they have chosen a product which does not suit their needs, have to drive back to the place of purchase and try to return the inappropriate product and subsequently purchase the appropriate product. [0006] Therefore, it is advantageous to provide a package incorporating sensory elements communicating a characteristic of the package. These sensory elements may help the consumer make better decisions when purchasing packages containing disposable absorbent articles. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0007] The package of the present invention may include a sensory element which communicates a characteristic of the package to a consumer, thereby allowing the consumer to choose an appropriate product for their particular needs. In some embodiments of the present invention, a package containing at least one disposable absorbent article may comprise a body and a first sensory element. The body has an opening therein, and the first sensory element communicates a first performance attribute of the package. [0008] In other embodiments, a flexible package may comprise a plurality of wipes therein, a body, a cover, a grasping sensory element, a first sensory element, and a cover sensory element. The cover may have an attachment region and a liftable region. The attachment region of the cover can be joined to the body. The grasping sensory element can be disposed on a portion of the liftable region of the cover, and the grasping sensory element can communicate a grasping area of the liftable region of the cover. The first sensory element can be disposed on the cover, wherein the first sensory element communicates a first characteristic of the flexible package. The cover sensory element communicates the first performance attribute of the flexible package [0009] Other embodiments of the present invention include a line up or array of packages. The line up of packages, along with each of the packages in the line up comprising a plurality of wipes, may further comprise a first package and a second package. [0010] The first package may comprise a first body, a first cover, and a first sensory element. The first cover includes a first attachment region and a first liftable region. The first attachment region of the first cover can be joined to the first body. The first sensory element can communicate a first characteristic of the first package to a consumer. [0011] The second package may comprise a second body, a second cover, and a second sensory element. The second cover includes a second attachment region and a second liftable region. The second attachment region can be joined to the second body. The second sensory element can communicate the first characteristic of the second package. The first sensory element and the second sensory element can differ. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0012] FIG. 1A is an isometric view showing a flexible package constructed in accordance with the present invention. [0013] FIG. 1B is an isometric view showing the flexible package of FIG. 1A where a cover of the flexible package is in an open position. [0014] FIG. 2A is a plan view showing an embodiment of a cover of the flexible package of FIG. 1A. [0015] FIG. 2B is an elevation view showing another embodiment of the flexible package of FIG. 1A. [0016] FIG. 3 is a plan view showing the cover of FIG. 1A. [0017] FIG. 4 is a plan view showing another embodiment of the flexible package of FIG. 1A. [0018] FIG. 5 is an isometric view showing a plastic tub constructed in accordance with the present invention. [0019] FIG. 6 is an isometric view showing another plastic tub constructed in accordance with the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Continue reading about Packaging incorporating sensory elements... 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