Panty Pads

Panty pads are new innovative disposable underwear worn by women and girls during their menstrual cycles. It contains therapeutic heat to help relieve symptoms of PMS. Panty Pads eliminate the need for women and girls to soil or ruin expensive underwear worn during their menstrual cycles. This all in one disposable undergarment provides comfort and reliability.

Adult Hygiene Garment with Anti-Odor and Anti-Microbial Zones

An adult hygiene garment has multiple flexible layers shaped to form a front panel and a rear panel joined by a perineum panel, in which the perineum panel is bounded on a left edge and on a right edge by two curved leg edges, and in which at least one of the layers comprises an anti-microbial anti-odor insert below an inner liner layer.

MASSAGING TEXTILE ARTICLE

Absorbent article

An absorbent article includes cooling material including refreshing agent, provided between a topsheet and a backsheet. An amount of the cooling material disposed per unit area is larger in a contact portion where the excretion area of a wearer comes into contact than in a portion outside the contact portion.

Absorbent article comprising a liquid discharge detection sensor

An absorbent article for absorbing liquid discharge of a wearer when worn in the crotch region includes an absorbent core for doing the absorbing of the liquid discharge. A conductive layer is in electrical contact with the absorbent core. The article includes at least one set of first and second electrical contacts secured in intimate physical and electrical contact with the conductive layer such that when an electric potential is applied between the first and second electrical contacts, an electric current travels between them and through the conductive layer in such a way so as to follow a first relatively high impedance path along the conductive layer when the absorbent core is dry and a relatively low impedance path when the absorbent core is wet. This system allows a system verification check, even in the dry state, and the determination of the extent of the wet portion of the absorbent core.

Methods and Devices for Collecting Body Fluids

The present invention comprises methods and devices for collection of fluids, including cells and cellular materials, from the uterus. A device of the present invention comprises a central tubing member to which, at least, a flexible tubing member and an absorbable member are connected at least at one point. The absorbable member is connected to at least one portion of the central tubing member and to at least one portion of the flexible tubing member. The devices of the present invention are useful in methods of collection of uterine fluids, including blood, cells and cellular material. 112.-. (canceled)13. A method for collecting stems cells in uterine fluids , comprising , a central tubing member comprising a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the proximal end has at least one opening and the distal end is closed;', 'a flexible tubing member connected to the central tubing member in a region near the proximal end of the central tubing member; and', 'an absorbent member attached along the length of the flexible tubing member,, 'a) providing an intrauterine device in a compressed state to an intrauterine cavity of a mammal, the intrauterine device comprisingwherein the compressed state of the intrauterine device comprises, the flexible tubing member and the absorbent member in close proximity or wrapped around the central tubing memberb) maintaining the intrauterine device within the intrauterine cavity for more than one day to collect and retain uterine fluids within a reservoir portion located inside the central tubing member;c) removing absorbed fluids and cells from the intrauterine device; andd) separating the stem cells from the absorbed fluids and cells removed from the intrauterine device.14. The method of claim 13 , wherein the fluids and cells are removed from the intrauterine device while the intrauterine device is in place in the intrauterine cavity.15. The method of claim 13 , wherein the fluids and cells are removed from the intrauterine device ...

CONTACTLESS MAGNETIC PROBE SENSING AND IMPEDANCE IMAGING OF LIQUID AND SOLID EXCREMENT IN DIAPERS AND OTHER UNDERCLOTHING

A system, apparatus, and method for detecting the presence and amount of liquid and/or solid excrement in diapers or other undergarments, using a miniature ultra-low power near-field electromagnetic probe, applicable circuitry, and additional sensor types, that is hand-held or attached to the outside of said garments 1. A method for contactless detection of excrement in diapers and other undergarments by making use of electrical conductance changes thereinAn apparatus attached to the outside of said undergarment or handheld, consisting of a near-field electromagnetic probe that induces currents within contents being detected, which in turn create secondary magnetic fields that alter electromagnetic probe impedanceFrequency variation of magnetic probe excitation current to vary penetration depth of magnetic probe, to help determine which conductive materials and objects are being detected for a particular measurementA magnetic probe consisting of a high Q coil inductor connected within a parallel tuned circuit fed with excitation at a constant level, which is automatically adjusted by a servo loop to its resonant frequency by demanding that its input and output have equal phase.Using the output voltage level of said parallel tuned circuit as a measure of electric current or conductance values within nearby conducting objects2. A method whereby additional sensors contained within said apparatus—including but not limited to acceleration , sound , electrostatics and temperature—that are used along with said electromagnetic probe to increase the reliability of excrement detection in said diapers and other undergarments3. A magnetic probe consisting of a high Q coil inductor connected within a parallel tuned circuit fed with excitation that is automatically adjusted by a servo loop to its resonant frequency by demanding that its input and output have equal phase.A second servo loop that adjusts said tuned circuit excitation level to cause its output voltage level to ...

Disposable diaper with pocket containing one or more wipes

The invention provides a disposable diaper with a pocket containing one or more sanitary wipes. The pocket is constructed on the outer layer of the diaper and provides a closed, moisture-impermeable chamber within which one or more moistened wipes are stored. The pocket can include perforations, perforation strips or a tear strip that allows the user to open the pocket and access the one or more wipes by tearing.

Method for Evaluating Absorbency of an Absorbent Article

A method of evaluating the absorbency of an absorbent article comprises the steps of: (i) providing an absorbent article comprising a topsheet and having a longitudinal axis, a transverse axis, a first longitudinal end and a second longitudinal end; (ii) disposing the absorbent article in a flat configuration in a plane defined by the longitudinal axis and the transverse axis of the absorbent article; (iii) twisting the longitudinal ends in opposite directions in planes perpendicular to the longitudinal axis; (iv) twisting the longitudinal ends in directions opposite that of step (iii); (v) applying artificial bodily fluid to the topsheet of said absorbent article during steps (iii) and/or (iv); and (vi) repeating steps (iii) and (iv) after the artificial bodily fluid is applied to the topsheet.

SYSTEM FOR SENSING VITAL SIGNS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF DISPOSABLE ABSORBENT ARTICLES

The present invention protects a system for monitoring the vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article that comprises a sensor device, a bi-dimensional code and a receiver, such that the sensor device is placed in contact with the user and the system is triggered by the reading of the bi-dimensional code through the receiver, such that the bi-dimensional code is place inside the packaging of the disposable absorbent article. 160.-. (canceled)61. A monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article which comprises a sensor device , a bi-dimensional code and a receiver , wherein said system is characterized in that said sensor device is not in direct contact with the disposable absorbent article and is placed in contact with the user and the system is configured to be triggered through the reading of the bi-dimensional code by the receiver , such that the bi-dimensional code is placed inside a packaging of the disposable absorbent article.62. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 61 , further characterized in that said sensor device comprises a sensor programed to read at least one vital sign and a frame inside which said sensor is placed.63. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 62 , further characterized in that said sensor is programed to monitor the pulse claim 62 , the breathing rate claim 62 , the temperature or the blood pressure claim 62 , of the user of the disposable absorbent article.64. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 62 , further characterized in that the frame is a bracelet or a self-stick patch or a medal or a clip.65. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 64 , further characterized in that said frame is made of a renewable or a natural origin material.66. The ...

Fluid sampling device and method for sampling

A urine sampling device including: a transparent sheet including two layers, namely, a urine sampling layer and a support layer, wherein the urine sampling layer has liquid receiving and retaining properties by means of capillary forces and/or diffusion, and the device is arranged such that it can be positioned on the body side of an hygiene absorbent product. Also, a urine sampling arrangement and a urine sampling system, including the device. And, a hygiene absorbent product including the device, and a method for using the device.

CHILD SANITARY NAPKIN METHOD AND APPARATUS

The embodiments disclose an apparatus including a child sanitary napkin including a disposable child sanitary napkin underwear, wherein the child sanitary napkin includes a waterproof non porous outer layer, an adhered superabsorbent polymer layer, an odor absorbing activated charcoal pad layer with a soft cotton covering layer, an imprinted product barcode and an embedded RFID chip for tracking the child via a digital device cellular connection, wherein the child sanitary napkin includes a shape contoured to a female anatomical groin area, wherein the child sanitary napkin includes flared front and rear terminus areas to increase an adhesive bonding area, wherein the child sanitary napkin includes sizes conforming to children's clothing and age sizes, and age appropriate decorative images including stickers to apply to the child sanitary napkin outer surface. 1. A method , comprising:fabricating a child sanitary napkin including disposable child sanitary napkin underwear;wherein fabricating the child sanitary napkin includes a plurality of layers including an exterior waterproof non porous outer layer, a thin superabsorbent polymer layer, an odor absorbing activated charcoal pad layer and an interior soft cotton covering layer;wherein fabricating the child sanitary napkin includes imprinting a product barcode on the exterior of the waterproof non porous outer layer and embedding an RFID chip into the child sanitary napkin plurality of layers for tracking the child's location via a digital device cellular connection;contouring a shape of the child sanitary napkin to conform to a female anatomical groin area;flaring front and rear terminus areas of the child sanitary napkin to increase an adhesive bonding area;fabricating the child sanitary napkin according to children's clothing and age sizes for providing a snug fit to prevent leakage; andapplying to the child sanitary napkin outer surface at least one age appropriate decorative image.2. The method of claim 1 , ...

Moisture Detecting Article

A moisture detecting article includes a moisture detection module secured to a garment, intended to contain and hold bodily fluids excreted by an animal. The moisture detection module is connectable to a moisture sensor disposed in the garment to detect when bodily fluid is excreted. If moisture is detected, the moisture sensitive detection module enables one or more signals, alarming the animal and its caretaker. The garment includes a moisture absorbent material, detachable from the garment for disposal of the excretion.

Electronics enclosure and receptacle

An electronics enclosure has terminal conductors for contacting corresponding conductors in a receptacle when engaged with the receptacle. The electronics enclosure has a housing having first, second, third, fourth, fifth and sixth surface portions arranged to define the exterior of the housing. The receptacle engages and retains the corresponding electronics enclosure, the receptacle having terminal conductors for contacting corresponding conductors in the enclosure when engaged with the enclosure. The receptacle has a base surface along which the enclosure can translate in an engagement direction to engage the enclosure with the receptacle. An absorbent article management system includes: a diaper having the receptacle at which sensor elements of the diaper terminate; a logger unit having logger electronics enclosed in the enclosure and adapted to cooperate with the receptacle to connect the logger electronics to the sensor elements; and data processing equipment for processing data acquired from the sensor elements by the logger and for taking action based on the same.

Under Garment with Attached Sanitary Napkin

An under garment and a container that may be removably attached to the under garment, configured to hold sanitary napkins. The container may be attached via a perforated connection on at least one side thereof. The container may have a first wall and a second wall defining an interior volume therein. In the under garment may be a diaper. In an embodiment there may be sanitary napkins placed within the interior volume of the container. 2) The container for holding sanitary napkins of claim 1 , wherein the under garment is a diaper.3) The container for holding sanitary napkins of claim 1 , further comprising sanitary napkins placed within the interior volume of the container.4) The container for holding sanitary napkins of claim 3 , further comprising: an opening on the container to allow for the removal of the sanitary napkins.5) The container for holding sanitary napkins of claim 4 , wherein the opening in operably secured together.6) The container for holding sanitary napkins of claim 1 , wherein the perforated connection is on a top portion and a bottom portion of the container.7) The container for holding sanitary napkins of claim 1 , wherein the container is made out of a flexible plastic. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/721,845 filed on Aug. 23, 2018. The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure.The present invention relates to an under garment with attached sanitary napkins. More particularly, the present invention provides for an under garment where there is a package attached to the garment to allow for cleaning of an individual and removal of the package.Many individuals of all ages wear disposable under garments or diapers. Many times with a diaper comes the need to clean one's self after use or for a parent to do the same. This means that many times extra diapers and cleaning implements must be carried around and available for use. ...

Absorbent pad, absorbent article, and method for manufacturing an absorbent pad

An absorbent article for use with a RF reader includes an absorbent pad and a RFID tag. The absorbent pad includes a lining layer, a liquid-impermeable layer, an absorbent layer, and a plurality of sensing wires. The liquid-impermeable layer is attached to the lining layer. The absorbent layer is disposed between the lining layer and the liquid-impermeable layer. The lining layer and the liquid--impermeable layer define a receiving space having an opening located at a side portion of the absorbent pad. The sensing wires are provided on the absorbent layer and extend into the receiving space. The RFID tag is received in the receiving space and contacts electrically the sensing wires when received in the receiving space.

SMART MONITORING SYSTEM WITH WETNESS DETECTION

A smart monitor system to capture information such as a subject's breathing rate, body temperature, daily activities, and/or the status of an absorbent article. The system may alert a parent, care provider or attendant when certain parameters fall outside of a specific range. The system may comprise a housing including at least a sensor and a signal processing unit for wirelessly transmitting signals, and a flexible sensing element which may be stretchable and washable. 1. An apparatus for sensing presence of liquid in an absorbent article adapted to be worn by a wearer , the absorbent article having a first , inwardly-facing exterior surface and a second , outwardly-facing exterior surface , the first , inwardly-facing exterior surface residing , when the absorbent article is worn by the wearer , closer to the wearer than the second , outwardly-facing exterior surface , the apparatus comprising:a plurality of sensing elements for detecting presence of liquid in the absorbent article, each of the plurality of sensing elements being formed at least partially of conductive fabric, polymer, and/or printed conductive ink; andat least one adhesive element adapted to adhere the apparatus to (1) the second, outwardly-facing exterior surface of the absorbent article, or (2) to a garment adapted to be worn by the wearer of the absorbent article so that at least part of the apparatus resides between the garment and the second, outwardly-facing exterior surface of the absorbent article;wherein, when the apparatus is adhered to the second, outwardly-facing exterior surface of the absorbent article or to the garment, each of the plurality of sensing elements resides proximate a different, corresponding region of the absorbent article, and is configured to separately detect presence of liquid at the corresponding region;wherein the apparatus comprises a first non-conductive layer separating the plurality of sensing elements from the at least one adhesive element; andwherein the ...

SYSTEM, METHOD, ARTICLE, GARMENT AND APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING BODILY INFORMATION FROM MENSTRUAL FLUID

Systems, methods, techniques, articles, garments and apparatuses for obtaining bodily information from menstrual fluid. A patch portion with a biosensor is placed within the garment or article in communication with the menstrual blood flow. The measured bodily information obtained from the menstruating woman is then transmitted either physically or electronically to a lab or others for further analysis. 1. An undergarment comprising:a crotch portion;a patch, said patch being affixed to said crotch portion of said undergarment and configured to be in contact with menstrual flow; andat least one sensor, said at least one sensor being positioned on said patch and configured for communication with said menstrual flow,wherein said at least one sensor, configured to analyze menstrual fluid upon communication with said menstrual flow, analyzes said menstrual fluid and determines bodily information therefrom.2. The undergarment according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one sensor comprises a plurality of biosensors.3. The undergarment according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one sensor comprises a memory claim 1 , said memory storing said bodily information from said menstrual fluid.4. The undergarment according to claim 3 , wherein said at least one sensor is configured to perform a lateral flow assay of said menstrual fluid.5. The undergarment according to claim 3 , wherein said at least one sensor further comprises an annunciator.6. The undergarment according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one sensor analyzes said bodily information for a body condition claim 1 , said body condition selected from the group consisting of cancers claim 1 , infectious diseases claim 1 , genetic disorders claim 1 , sexually-transmitted diseases claim 1 , drug use claim 1 , and combinations thereof.7. The undergarment according to claim 6 , wherein said at least one sensor senses for at least one DNA or RNA marker.8. The undergarment according to claim 1 , wherein said bodily ...

SMART NURSING CONSUMABLE AND PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING DEVICE USING THE SAME

A smart nursing consumable includes an absorbent body and a sensor module. The absorbent body includes a water-absorbing layer. The sensor module is disposed above the water-absorbing layer and includes a plurality of wires. A physiological monitoring device employing the aforementioned smart nursing consumable is also provided. 1. A smart nursing consumable , comprising:an absorbent body, comprising a water-absorbing layer; anda sensor module, disposed above the water-absorbing layer and comprising a plurality of wires.2. The smart nursing consumable according to claim 1 , wherein the absorbent body further comprises a water draining layer claim 1 , the water draining layer is disposed above the water-absorbing layer claim 1 , and the sensor module is disposed on the water draining layer claim 1 , wherein the sensor module further comprises a first porous sheet claim 1 , a second porous sheet and a conductive pad claim 1 , the wires are disposed between the first porous sheet and the second porous sheet claim 1 , the first porous sheet is disposed adjacent to the water-absorbing layer claim 1 , and the conductive pad is connected to the wires through pores of the second porous sheet.3. The smart nursing consumable according to claim 2 , wherein a material of the conductive pad is selected from at least one element in a group consisting of conductive plastic gum claim 2 , conductive gel claim 2 , conductive plastic claim 2 , conductive ink claim 2 , conductive paint and carbon film.4. The smart nursing consumable according to claim 1 , wherein the smart nursing consumable comprises smart nursing pants claim 1 , a smart diaper claim 1 , a smart nursing pad claim 1 , a smart sanitary napkin or smart gauze.5. A physiological monitoring device claim 1 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'the smart nursing consumable according to ;'} an impedance sensor, electrically connected to the wires and configured to sense an impedance value between the ...

ABSORBANT LIQUID MEASUREMENT ARTICLE

A liquid measurement article includes an absorbent wicking layer and a marking cluster having at least one mark whose location on the article is calibrated to correspond to a particular quantity of liquid having been deposited on the article at a liquid receiving site thereof and having wicked toward the mark. A label associated with at least one of the marks indicates the particular quantity. 1. A liquid measurement article comprising:an absorbent wicking layer;a marking cluster having at least one mark whose location on the article is calibrated to correspond to a particular quantity of liquid having been deposited on the article at a liquid receiving site thereof and having wicked toward the at least one mark; anda label associated with at least one of the at least one mark to indicate the particular quantity of liquid.2. The article of wherein the label is a volume label.3. The article of wherein the absorbent wicking layer has a radially uniform wicking response.4. The article of wherein the article is a sheet.5. The article of wherein the article is planar.6. The article of wherein wherein the article is nonwearable.7. The article of wherein the article has a planform which is not adapted to conform to a human surface anatomy feature.8. The article of wherein the article is not adapted to conform to a human crotch.9. The article of wherein the at least one mark comprises two or more marks.10. The article of wherein the at least one mark is a closed figure.11. The article of wherein the closed figure is centered on a datum representing the liquid receiving site.12. The article of wherein closed figures are concentric circles circumscribing the liquid receiving site.13. The article of wherein the article is adapted to be color stable in response to deposition of liquid thereon.14. The article of wherein the marking cluster is a set of two or more marks claim 1 , each of which is a differently sized closed figure of the same geometric class claim 1 , each closed ...

TOUCH-FREE, VOICE-ASSISTANT, AND/OR TRACKING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATING INVENTORY GENERATION AND TRACKING OF CHILDCARE PRODUCTS

Touch-free, voice-assistant, and/or tracking systems and methods are described for automating inventory generation and tracking of childcare products. In various aspects, the touch-free, voice-assistant, and/or tracking systems and methods comprise receiving, by one or more processors, one or more name values corresponding to one or more children of a childcare program associated with at least one physical childcare location. A childcare product inventory, comprising a childcare product of at least one product type, is generated based on a count of the one or more name values. Child event data is received comprising information related to use of the childcare product. The child event data is based on audible input of a user as received via a voice command interface of a voice-assistant application (app) as implemented on a voice assistance device. The childcare product inventory may be updated based on the child event data.

Device for Positioning an Absorptive Matrix Element within a Body Cavity and Kit for Collecting Biological Secretions

An application device for positioning an absorptive matrix (AM) element within a body cavity includes a tube, the AM element, a release element and a deflector. The AM element is disposed inside the tube in a stored state before exiting the tube towards the distal end in a released state. The release element slides inside the tube along a longitudinal axis of the tube and pushes the AM element out of the tube towards the distal end of the tube as the release element slides farther into the tube. The deflector is disposed at the distal end of the tube and bends the AM element away from the longitudinal axis of the tube as the AM element is pushed out of the tube. The deflector is an extension of the wall of the tube that protrudes from the distal end and bends inward towards the longitudinal axis of the tube.

Tampon Retainer

Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing a tampon retainer to retain a string of a tampon in a vagina. In some embodiments, the tampon retainer comprises a body having a leading end and a trailing end. A fastener is located on the leading end of the body and is attachable to the tampon string. While the tampon and the tampon retainer are in use, the fastener maintains the entire tampon string within the vagina. The trailing end of the body of the tampon retainer is configured to extend from a vaginal opening when the tampon retainer is in use and a user can grasp the trailing end of the body to remove the tampon, the tampon string, and the tampon retainer from the vagina. 1. A tampon retainer comprising:a body having a leading and trailing end;a fastener on the leading end of the body attachable to a tampon string for, in use, maintaining the entire tampon string within a vagina;the trailing end of the body being configured to, in use, extend from a vaginal opening for grasping by a user.2. The tampon retainer of claim 1 , wherein the tampon retainer comes in a plurality of different sizes to accommodate a plurality of different needs.3. The tampon retainer of claim 1 , wherein the fastener is at least one of a groove or a hook which attaches to the tampon string.4. The tampon retainer of claim 1 , wherein the body is cylindrical.5. The tampon retainer of claim 4 , wherein the diameter of the cylindrical body is no larger than the diameter of a cylindrical body of a tampon.7. The tampon retainer of claim 4 , further comprising:a flexible inner flange, for insertion into the vagina, extending radially from the leading end of the cylindrical body.8. The tampon retainer of claim 7 , wherein the flexible inner flange is configured to be folded transverse on its axis and configured to be sufficiently resilient to bias claim 7 , after insertion into the vagina claim 7 , toward its unfolded state to secure the cylindrical body to a desired position on a ...

Collection device for diagnostics of vaginal discharge

A method of analyzing vaginal fluid includes collecting vaginal fluid in a vaginal fluid collecting system and transporting the collected vaginal fluid to a location for analysis. The analysis can be stored in and retrieved from a secure cloud storage data base.

INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT) SOLUTION FOR MANAGEMENT OF URINARY INCONTINENCE

The present disclosure relates to an intelligent internet of things (IoT) monitoring system, and in particular to techniques (e.g., systems, methods, computer program products storing code or instructions executable by one or more processors) for the implementation of an IoT solution to manage urinary incontinence. Some aspects are directed to the concept of a management platform that allows for end users such as health care providers, caretakers, or medical personnel to manage and monitor one or more subjects through one or more client devices using a network of sensors and IoT devices. Other aspects are directed the concept of a data analysis system configured to train and deploy one or more prediction models for analysis and tracking metrics of health or wellbeing for the one or more subjects. 156-. (canceled)57. A method comprising:obtaining, by a data processing system, input data;parsing, by the data processing system, the input data to identify sensor data from a sensor;comparing, by the data processing system, a first energy level and a second energy level from the sensor data to one or more energy levels associated with a dry or normalized condition for an environment in which the sensor is deployed, wherein the first energy level is obtained at a first time and the second energy level is obtained at a second time that is after the first time;determining, by the data processing system, the first energy level is associated with the dry or normalized condition based on the comparison;determining, by the data processing system, the second energy level is associated with a moisture event based on the comparison;in response to determining the second energy level is associated with a moisture event, determining, by the data processing system, a subject associated with the sensor has had an incontinence event;determining, by the data processing system, the sensor data does not include a third energy level within a predefined period of time after receipt of the ...

Body fluid sensor pad

The present subject matter relates to absorbent articles and signaling devices for use therewith. The signaling device can be configured to detect the presence of an insult in the absorbent article and/or in an undergarment. The signaling device can be further configured to determine whether the insult is a urine insult or a feces insult. The signaling device can provide a notification to a user that an insult has occurred and can inform the user whether the insult is a urine insult or a feces insult.

METHOD FOR MONITORING INCONTINENCE

According to one aspect of the inventive concept there is provided a method of monitoring incontinence for a user, comprising: determining, using a urine sensitive circuit provided at an absorbent article and arranged to present a changed electrical characteristic when exposed to urine, whether the user has urinated on the absorbent article, performing, using a measurement circuit, a measurement on the urine bladder to determine a parameter which varies with a fill level of the urine bladder, and in response to determining that the user has urinated on the absorbent article, recording, by a processing circuit, data representing said parameter. 1. A method of monitoring incontinence for a user , comprising:determining, using a urine sensitive circuit provided at an absorbent article and arranged to present a changed electrical characteristic when exposed to urine, whether the user has urinated on the absorbent article,performing, using a measurement circuit, a measurement on the urine bladder to determine a parameter which varies with a fill level of the urine bladder, andin response to determining that the user has urinated on the absorbent article, recording, by a processing circuit, data representing said parameter.2. A method according to claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , in response to determining that the user has urinated on the absorbent article claim 1 , recording claim 1 , by the processing circuit claim 1 , data representing said parameter and an indication of that the user has urinated on the absorbent article.3. A method according to claim 1 , further comprising:performing, a plurality of times, using the measurement circuit, a measurement on the urine bladder to determine a parameter which varies with a fill level of the urine bladder, andrecording, by the processing circuit, an association between each determined parameter and an indication of whether the user has urinated on the absorbent article.4. A method according to claim 1 , further ...

Body Fluid Sensor Pad

The present subject matter relates to absorbent articles and signaling devices for use therewith. The signaling device can be configured to detect the presence of an insult in the absorbent article and/or in an undergarment. The signaling device can be further configured to determine whether the insult is a urine insult or a feces insult. The signaling device can provide a notification to a user that an insult has occurred and can inform the user whether the insult is a urine insult or a feces insult. 1. A bed pad with a body fluid sensor comprising:a. a first absorbent layer;b. a second absorbent layer;wherein the first absorbent layer further comprises a first conductive thread and the second absorbent layer further comprises a second conductive thread; andwherein the first and second conductive threads form an open circuit under dry conditions, and wherein said open circuit is completed in the presence of a moisture insult causing an alarm signal indicating the presence of said insult.2. The bed pad of claim 1 , wherein said pad has an adhesive backing.3. The bed sensor pad of claim 2 , wherein the alarm signal is transmitted to a caregiver or nursing station.4. The bed pad of claim 3 , further comprising a moisture barrier layer.5. The bed pad of claim 4 , wherein the layers of said pad are configured and sewn such that said first and second conductive threads to not contact each other when said pad is wrinkled or folded.6. The bed pad of claim 3 , wherein said alarm signal is a visual or audible signal.7. The bed pad of claim 6 , wherein said alarm signal is transmitted to a remote device.8. The bed pad of wherein the remote device is a smartphone or an IP based network.9. The bed pad of wherein the circuit is powered by battery or AC power source.10. The bed pad of wherein the circuit is powered by battery or AC power source.11. The bed pad of wherein the bed pad is reusable.12. The bed pad of wherein first conductive thread is selected from the group ...

SENSOR FOR ABSORBENT ARTICLE

A sensor for monitoring wetness in a diaper or other absorbent article includes a housing that attaches to the absorbent article. The sensor may include inner and outer housing portions that capture an edge of the absorbent article between the housings. The sensor may include contacts that electrically connect with a pair of contact strips embedded in the absorbent article. The distance between the embedded strips may vary depending on the size of the absorbent article. The sensor may include multiple pairs of contacts that are spaced apart to match the distance between the contact strips for the variously sized absorbent articles. In this way, depending on the pair of contacts connected to the contact strips, the sensor may indicate the size of the absorbent article. 1. An absorbent article with a wetness detection system comprising:an inner layer and an outer layer;wherein the inner layer is a hydrophilic material and the outer layer is a hydrophobic material;an absorbent layer positioned between the inner layer and the outer layer;a plurality of conductive ink line coupled to the absorbent article;a wetness indicator positioned in between the plurality of conductive lines; andan indicator device coupled to the absorbent article that contacts the plurality of conductive ink line.2. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the inner layer is breathable.3. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent layer comprises a superabsorbent sub stance.4. The absorbent article of claim 3 , wherein the superabsorbent substance is a superabsorbent polymer.5. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the conductive ink is four conductive ink lines with two sets of two lines separated by a gap of 15 mm.6. The absorbent article of claim 5 , wherein the wetness indicator is positioned in the gap between the two sets of two lines.7. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the wetness indicator is a moisture-sensitive adhesive strip.8. The absorbent article of ...

TOUCH-FREE, VOICE-ASSISTANT, AND/OR TRACKING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATING ROSTER GENERATION AND TRACKING OF CHILD EVENTS

Touch-free, voice-assistant, and/or tracking systems and methods are described for automating roster generation and tracking of child event data. In various aspects, the touch-free, voice-assistant, and/or tracking systems and methods comprise receiving, by one or more processors, one or more name values corresponding to one or more children of a childcare program associated with at least one physical childcare location. A roster is generated based on a count of the one or more name values. Child event data is received comprising information related to a childcare event. The child event data is based on audible input of a user as received via a voice command interface of a voice-assistant application (app) as implemented on a voice assistance device. The childcare roster may be updated based on the child event data. 1. A voice-assistant system configured to automate roster generation and tracking of child events , the voice-assistant system comprising:a voice-assistant application (app) comprising computing instructions configured for implementation on a voice assistant device, the voice-assistant app comprising a voice command interface configured to receive an audible input of a user; anda server comprising one or more processors and one or more memories, and the server communicatively coupled via a computer network to the voice-assistant app,wherein the server comprises computing instructions configured to execute on the one or more processors of the server, wherein the computing instructions, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the one or more processors of the server to:receive one or more name values corresponding to one or more children of a childcare program associated with at least one physical childcare location,generate a roster based on a count of the one or more name values, the roster comprising the one or more name values corresponding to one or more children of a childcare program associated with at least one physical childcare ...

Menstrual cup having blood test cartridge

The present invention relates to a menstrual cup having a blood test cartridge. A menstrual cup according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a body part having an opening formed at one side of the body part, a storage part configured to receive menstrual blood therein, and a cartridge receiving part connected to the storage part at a side opposite the opening, and a cartridge for blood test removably mounted in the cartridge receiving part.

AN ON-DIAPER BODY FLUID SCREENING DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

An on-diaper body fluid screening device (), comprising a stack of the following sheets: a surface sheet () permeable to body fluid, a collection sheet () impervious to body fluid, a testing sheet (), which is body fluid absorbent and provided with colorimetric assay reaction pads (), and which is provided with a body fluid barrier network () forming body fluid channels () between an inlet section () and the colorimetric assay reaction pads (), a protection sheet () impervious to body fluid, and a transparent readout sheet (), through which the assay reaction pads () are visible. The protection sheet () comprises pad receiving openings (). The collection sheet () comprises an inlet hole () which is arranged over the inlet section (). A swelling component () is arranged in association with the inlet hole () and an inlet hole closing member (). 1. An on-diaper body fluid screening device comprising:a surface sheet permeable to body fluid;a collection sheet impervious to body fluid;a testing sheet that is body fluid absorbent and provided with a plurality of colorimetric assay reaction pads;a protection sheet impervious to body fluid;a transparent readout sheet through which the plurality of colorimetric assay reaction pads are visible;wherein the protection sheet comprises pad-receiving openings;wherein the collection sheet comprises an inlet hole arranged over an inlet section; andwherein a swelling component is arranged in association with the inlet hole and an inlet-hole closing member.2. The on-diaper body fluid screening device according to claim 1 , wherein the inlet section is centrally arranged with respect to body fluid channels branching out from the inlet section claim 1 , wherein the inlet hole constitutes a body fluid entrance channel directed at least partly crosswise to the plane of the testing sheet.3. The on-diaper body fluid screening device according to claim 1 , wherein the swelling component comprises a body fluid absorbing polymer claim 1 , the ...

AUTOMATIC DETECTION OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Introduced here is technology to monitor moisture levels in a hygiene product, such as tampons, pads, menstrual cups, child diapers, adult diapers etc. According to one embodiment, a moisture sensor is inserted inside a feminine hygiene product. The moisture sensor is connected to a wearable device that gathers the moisture data and sends the data to a mobile device, such as a cell phone. The cell phone generates notifications to the user, such as percentage saturation of the feminine hygiene product, message to change the feminine hygiene product, expected start and end dates of the next menstrual cycle, etc. According to another embodiment, the moisture sensor can be inserted in other hygiene products, such as child diapers or adult diapers, to measure the amount of urination, defecation, or other excretions, and to generate notifications to the user, the user's caretaker, or a third party. 1. A feminine hygiene product to monitor blood flow during a menstrual cycle , the feminine hygiene product comprising:an absorbent part, the absorbent part configured to collect blood;a sensor disposed within the absorbent part, the sensor configured to gather data regarding an amount of blood associated with the menstrual cycle of a user;a string attached to the absorbent part and to the sensor, the string enclosing a plurality of conductive wires; receive the data from the sensor regarding the amount of blood;', 'perform low-pass filtering on the data to obtain a smooth data;', 'communicate the smooth data, via a wireless connection, to a processor;, 'a wearable device coupled to the string and to the sensor, the wearable device configured to receive the smooth data from the wearable device via the wireless connection;', 'store the smooth data in a database to create a historical data associated with the menstrual cycle of the user; and', 'analyze the smooth data and the historical data to generate a notification to the user, the notification comprising an amount of ...

Device and Method for Pre-Term Birth Risk Assessment

The invention relates to a vaginal fluid monitoring device embedded into a feminine sanitary pad, said device comprising a stack of the following elements: An absorbent layer () configured to be in proximity to, and collect, a vaginal fluid; and A biosensing system () in fluidic connection with said absorbent layer (), said biosensing system () comprising: A microfluidic chip () configured to perform an immunoassay to detect the presence and/or the concentration of at least one target biomarker comprised in a vaginal fluid; Means () for providing a readout of the presence and/or the concentration of said at least one target biomarker; and An electrode array () located along the microfluidic chip () configured to detect and analyze the flow of said vaginal fluid by impedance means; wherein said immunoassay is configured to detect the presence and/or the concentration of at least one target biomarker indicative of a pre-term birth (PTB) risk and/or premature rupture of membrane (PROM) risk. The invention also relates to a method for detecting at least one target biomarker comprised in a vaginal fluid. 113-. (canceled)14. A vaginal fluid monitoring device embedded into a feminine sanitary pad , the device comprising:an absorbent layer configured to be in proximity to, and collect, a vaginal fluid; and a microfluidic chip configured to perform an immunoassay to detect a presence and/or a concentration of a target biomarker comprised in a vaginal fluid, the target biomarker indicative of a pre-term birth (PTB) risk and/or premature rupture of membrane (PROM) risk,', 'a readout device for providing a readout of the presence and/or the concentration of the target biomarker, and', 'an electrode array located along the microfluidic chip configured to detect and analyze a flow of the vaginal fluid by an impedance device., 'a biosensing system in fluidic connection with the absorbent layer, the biosensing system including,'}15. The monitoring device of claim 14 , wherein the ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETECTING BABY URINATION

The present disclosure provides an apparatus and method for detecting baby urination, which relate to the field of baby care, and are used to reduce the complexity of the urination detection process. The apparatus comprises: an image collection module configured to collect a baby image; a signal processor connected to the image collection module and configured to acquire the baby image collected by the image collection module, extract baby action features from the baby image, and judge whether a baby urination event occurs according to the baby action features; and a urination event notification module connected to the signal processor and configured to transmit a notification when the signal processor judges that a baby urination event occurs. The present disclosure is applied to the urination detection technology. 1. An apparatus for detecting baby urination , comprising:an image collection module configured to collect a baby image;a signal processor connected to the image collection module and configured to acquire the baby image collected by the image collection module, extract baby action features from the baby image, and judge whether a baby urination event occurs according to the baby action features; anda urination event notification module connected to the signal processor and configured to transmit a notification when the signal processor judges that a baby urination event occurs.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the signal processor comprises:a baby urination action feature storage unit;a baby action feature extraction unit connected to the image collection module and configured to acquire the baby image collected by the image collection module and extract the baby action features from the baby image; anda urination judgment unit connected to the baby urination action feature storage unit and the baby action feature extraction unit, and configured to acquire the baby action features extracted by the baby action feature extraction unit, read ...

POCKET POUCH

Provided herein is a pocket pouch comprising one or more absorbency layers; a moisture free liner; and one or more resealable strips. Also provided herein are methods for attaching the pocket pouch to a cloth or disposable diaper, training pant, disposable bladder leak underwear, sanitary napkins, and/or disposable bib. 1. A system comprising: one or more absorbency layers;', 'a moisture-free liner; and', 'one or more resealable strips;, 'a pocket pouch releasably coupled to a diaper, the pocket pouch comprisingwherein the pocket pouch is attached to an interior surface of the diaper.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the resealable strips comprise adhesive.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the resealable strips comprise tape.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the resealable strips comprise Velcro.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the pocket pouch is constructed to hold individually wrapped wipes.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the pocket pouch is constructed to hold disposable bags.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the pocket pouch is constructed to hold a sanitation item.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein:{'b': '5', 'the pocket pouch is constructed to hold a ounce container of petroleum jelly.'}9. The system of claim 1 , wherein:{'b': '5', 'the pocket pouch is constructed to hold a ounce container of lotion.'}10. A system comprising: one or more absorbency layers;', 'a moisture-free liner; and', 'one or more resealable strips;, 'a pocket pouch releasably coupleable to a sanitation item, the pocket pouch comprisingwherein the pocket pouch is attached to an interior surface of the sanitation item.11. The system of claim 10 , wherein:the sanitation item is a training pant.12. The system of claim 10 , wherein:the sanitation item is bladder leak underwear.13. The system of claim 10 , wherein:the sanitation item is a sanitary napkin.14. The system of claim 10 , wherein:the sanitation item is a bib. This application claims priority to, and incorporates by reference ...

Chromatography-aided substance sensing in absorbent hygiene and medical products

One embodiment of the present invention provides an apparatus for analyzing a liquid comprising a plurality of different substances. The apparatus includes an absorber that comprises one or more layers of absorbent material for absorbing the liquid and one or more sensors embedded within the one or more layers of absorbent material. The sensors are configured to provide information associated with the different substances included in the absorbed liquid, and a location of a respective sensor is determined based on a corresponding substance detected by the sensor and a diffusion property of the substance.

SMART CONTAINER FOR DETECTING BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES

One embodiment of the present invention provides an apparatus for analyzing substances included in a sample. The apparatus includes a physical enclosure for holding the sample and one or more sensors positioned on an inner surface of the physical enclosure. The sensors are configured to provide information associated with the substances included in the sample. The apparatus further includes electrical conductive traces positioned on the inner surface and coupled to the one or more sensors, thereby facilitating transmission of outputs of the sensors. 1. An apparatus for analyzing substances included in a sample , comprising:a physical enclosure for holding the sample;one or more sensors positioned on an inner surface of the physical enclosure, wherein the sensors are configured to provide information associated with the substances included in the sample; andelectrical conductive traces positioned on the inner surface and coupled to the one or more sensors, thereby facilitating transmission of outputs of the sensors.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensors include one or more of:a capacitance sensor;a conductance sensor;a chemical sensor; anda biological sensor.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the biological sensor includes a printable carbon-nanotube based sensor.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sample comprises absorbent material that absorbs body fluid.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the sensors are configured to detect one or more of:a biological substance; anda chemical substance.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising one or more of:a microprocessor coupled to the sensors via the electrical conductive traces;a near-field communication (NFC) tag; anda radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the physical enclosure is configured to hold one of:a soiled sanitary pad;a soiled diaper; anda soiled wound dressing.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the physical enclosure is disposable along ...

TIME INDICATOR TAMPON

A tampon comprising an absorbent pledget and a time-lapse indicator associated therewith is provided. The time-lapse indicator includes a sensory material surrounded by, embedded in, covered by, or coated with a release-retarding material that protects the sensory material and prevents its release, until after a predetermined period of time has elapsed. The time-lapse indicator is located on or in the tampon or tampon removal string, or, optionally, the tampon packaging. After the time-lapse indicator is activated and a predetermined period of time has elapsed, the sensory material is released and alerts the user that it is time to change the tampon. 1. A tampon comprising:an absorbent pledget, having a proximal end and a distal end; anda time-lapse indicator coupled to or associated with the absorbent pledget, the time-lapse indicator comprising a sensory material at least partially surrounded by, embedded in, covered by, or coated with a release-retarding material that protects the sensory material and prevents its release until after a predetermined period of time has elapsed.2. The tampon recited in claim 1 , wherein the release-retarding material comprises a pH-sensitive polymer.3. The tampon recited in claim 2 , wherein the pH-sensitive polymer comprises a copolymer derived from esters of acrylic acid and/or methacrylic acid.4. The tampon recited in claim 2 , wherein the pH-sensitive polymer is selected from the group consisting of hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose phthalate claim 2 , hydroxypropyl cellulose claim 2 , cellulose acetate phthalate claim 2 , cellulose acetate trimellitate claim 2 , and mixtures thereof.5. The tampon recited in claim 1 , wherein the pH-sensitive polymer begins dissolving or disintegrating after being exposed to a pH of 3.0 to 8.0.6. The tampon recited in claim 1 , wherein the predetermined period of time is 1 to 10 hours.7. The tampon recited in claim 1 , wherein the predetermined period of time is 3 to 8 hours.8. The tampon recited ...

MEDICAL SUPPORT DEVICE

A medical surgical wound support device comprising a flexible support garment designed to be worn by a patient, the flexible support garment having an inner surface that comes in direct contact with the patient and an outer surface facing outward from the patient, a plurality of permanent magnets embedded within the flexible support garment, each of which is oriented such that its north magnetic pole faces the outer surface, a rigid base component, that has an outer surface facing upward from a support on which the rigid support structure rests, a plurality of permanent magnets embedded within the outer surface of the rigid base component, each embedded magnet oriented such that the north magnetic pole faces the outer surface; and a repelling magnetic force originating from the outer surface of the flexible support garment and the outer surface of the rigid base component such that a portion of the patient wearing the flexible support garment is elevated a controllable distance above the rigid base component. 1. A medical surgical wound support device comprising:a flexible support garment designed to be worn by a patient; the flexible support garment has an inner surface that comes in direct contact with the patient and an outer surface facing outward from the patient;a plurality of permanent magnets embedded within the flexible support garment, each embedded magnet oriented such that its north magnetic pole emanates outward from the outer surface;a rigid base component, that has an outer surface facing upward from a support on which the rigid support structure rests;a plurality of permanent magnets embedded within the outer surface of the rigid base component, each of which is oriented such that the north magnetic pole emanates outward from the outer surface; anda repelling magnetic force originating from the outer surface of the flexible support garment and the outer surface of the rigid base component such that a portion of the patient wearing the flexible ...

Collection device for diagnostics of vaginal discharge

A method of analyzing vaginal fluid includes collecting vaginal fluid in a vaginal fluid collecting system and transporting the collected vaginal fluid to a location for analysis. The analysis can be stored in and retrieved from a secure cloud storage data base.

URINE SAMPLING KIT AND METHOD

The present invention relates to a method for identifying deviations from a standard composition of urine and from standard physicochemical parameters, which method comprises separating a urine collection element from a diagnostic layer, wetting a urine indicator strip via the urine collection element, and reading the result of the analysis by comparison against a colorimetric scale. The invention likewise relates to an analysis kit for identifying any deviations from a standard. 1. A method for identifying deviations from a norm of one or more urine compounds and physico-chemical parameters , the method comprising:{'b': 200', '100, 'A step (A) of separating a urine accumulator () from a diagnostic diaper (),'}{'b': 301', '307', '200, 'A step (B) of impregnating a urine indicator strip (), comprising one or more indicator reagents (), by wetting via the urine accumulator (), and'}A reading step (C) of the result of the analysis,{'b': 100', '103', '104', '102', '200', '100', '104', '200', '201', '202', '202', '203', '201', '202', '201, 'wherein the diagnostic diaper () comprises an impermeable outer envelope () pierced with one or more orifices () with respect to a central area (), the urine accumulator () being removably disposed outside the diaper () over the orifices (), the urine accumulator () comprises a removable fastening element () and an absorption device (), the absorption device () comprises a fastening interface () which holds it associated with the removable fastening element (), the absorption device () being integral with the removable fastening element (),'}{'b': 1', '201', '2', '202', '201', '3', '202', '203, 'and that the method comprises the intermediate steps of separation (A) of the removable fastening element (), removal (A) of the absorption device () integral with the removable fastening element (), and separating (A) the absorption device () from the attachment interface ().'}2201202. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the separation ...

HEAD TRAUMA BANDAGE CAP

An emergency hemostatic head trauma bandage cap with a strap system and method of use, which, when applied to the head, delivers minimal pressure to control bleeding, doesn't compromise cervical spine immobilization, allows for fast and effective application of cold packs and other cooling materials to control intracranial/internal swelling, or hot packs to prevent hypothermia in non-trauma situations, doesn't come apart during treatment and transport, and doesn't require a caregiver to re-wrap the dressing. 1. A head trauma bandage cap for covering a head wound of a patient comprising: i. an exterior made of a flexible weather resistant or waterproof material with periphery edges, top and sides sized to fit about and cover a forehead/crown, sides, ears, and back of a head of a patient with a head trauma providing a barrier to prevent penetration of bacteria, pathogens or contaminants; and', "ii. an interior made of a sterile superabsorbent polymer non-adherent wound contact surface, with enough flex elasticity when placed on a patient to apply minimal pressure to a patient's head to control bleeding without aggravating intracranial pressure; and"], 'a. a flexible cap with'}b. a strapping system with a strap affixed to the flexible cap with fasteners secured about or affixed to the cap structured to anchor the strap about either a patient's chin or the occipital colloidal bone structured to removably hold the flexible cap to a patient's head in a manner either to apply additional compression or flex elasticity stretch contracting pressure beyond that provided by the flexible cap to control bleeding without aggravating intracranial pressure in a first mode; loosened and re-attached in a second mode to prevent circulation restriction and avoid aggravating intracranial pressure; or opened in a third mode for removal of the head trauma bandage cap.2. A head trauma bandage cap according to claim 1 , wherein the flexible weather resistant or waterproof material is made of ...

Diaper Changing System

A diaper changing system for efficiently changing a diaper without having to carry a diaper bag. The diaper changing system generally includes a diaper having an exterior surface and an interior surface, a cavity beneath the interior surface, a plurality of dispensing openings extending through the interior surface to fluidly connect to the cavity, and a receiver opening extending through the interior surface to fluidly connected to the cavity. The receiver opening is adapted to removably receive a nozzle of a cream container to receive a cream for insertion into the cavity and later dispensing from the cavity through the dispensing openings to the skin of the baby. A bag is removably attached to the exterior surface of the diaper for storing the cream container and wipes until used. The bag is removed and used as a garbage container when the diaper is used. 1. A diaper changing system , comprising:a diaper having an exterior surface and an interior surface, wherein the interior surface is positionable adjacent the skin of a baby;a cavity positioned beneath the interior surface, wherein the cavity is adapted to receive and dispense a cream or other fluid material;a plurality of dispensing openings extending through the interior surface of the diaper, wherein the dispensing openings are fluidly connected to the cavity to dispense the cream to the skin of the baby; anda receiver opening extending through the interior surface of the diaper, wherein the receiver opening is fluidly connected to the cavity and wherein the receiver opening is adapted to receive a nozzle of a cream container for receiving the cream from the cream container.2. The diaper changing system of claim 1 , wherein the receiver opening is larger in size than the dispensing openings.3. The diaper changing system of claim 1 , wherein the cavity has a first end claim 1 , a second end and a longitudinal axis extending from the first end to the second end claim 1 , wherein the receiver opening is ...

Methods and Apparatus for Incontinence Mitigation

Particular embodiments of the inventive technology may provide an incontinence pad that includes projection, such as a raised ridge, or a short length projection, that extends from a pad base of and effects application of a force against the urethra of a user (the force, typically upward, that may result from sitting by the user and/or tight fitting shorts and/or pulling a cord attached to the projection); the projection may act to transfer a force from the projection to the urethra. This force may partially or entirely obstruct flow of urine through, or out of the urethra, that might occur otherwise (i.e., without the projection). Another example of the many independent aspects of the inventive technology relates to the provision, as part of an incontinence pad, of a cord that is attached to part of the pad, such as (in only certain embodiments) the aforementioned upward projection. 1. An incontinence pad comprising:a compressible support area absorbent portion having an outer surface capable of being established against clothing of a user when said incontinence pad is worn by said user and an inner surface capable of being established against a skin surface of said user when said incontinence pad is worn by said user;an overflow absorbent portion established adjacent said compressible support area absorbent portion;a fluidic communicator fluidically connecting said compressible support area absorbent portion and said overflow absorbent portion; anda connection element connecting said compressible support area absorbent portion and said overflow absorbent portion.2. An incontinence pad as described in claim 1 , wherein said overflow absorbent portion comprises an intergluteal cleft area absorbent portion.3. An incontinence pad as described in claim 1 , wherein said overflow absorbent portion comprises a perineum area absorbent portion.4. An incontinence pad as described in claim 1 , wherein said fluidic communicator is fluid permeable.5. An incontinence pad as ...

A disposable absorption product for feminine hygiene

The present invention provides a disposable absorption product for feminine hygiene for users to assess their health conditions based on the color of their menstrual blood. The disposable absorption product for feminine hygiene comprises a surface layer facing to a human body, a bottom layer facing away from the human body and an absorptive layer disposed between the surface layer and the bottom layer for absorbing liquid; the bottom layer or the surface layer comprises at least one blood color comparison zone which has a color difference compared with zones outside of its peripheries. Compared with the existing prior art, the present invention provides at least one blood color comparison zone on an outer surface of the absorption product for users to observe. By comparing the color of the menstrual blood on the absorption product and the color of the at least one blood color comparison zone, users can assess their corresponding health conditions. The present invention enables fast, convenient and hygienic assessment of health condition at a low cost. 1. A disposable absorption product for feminine hygiene , wherein the disposable absorption product for feminine hygiene comprises a surface layer facing to a human body , a bottom layer facing away from the human body and an absorptive layer disposed between the surface layer and the bottom layer for absorbing liquid;the bottom layer or the surface layer comprises at least one blood color comparison zone; the at least one blood color comparison zone has a color difference compared with zones outside peripheries of the at least one blood color comparison zone.2. The disposable absorption product for feminine hygiene as in claim 1 , wherein the at least one blood color comparison zone comprises more than two blood color comparison zones claim 1 , and the more than two blood color comparison zones have color differences.3. The disposable absorption product for feminine hygiene as in claim 1 , wherein the at least one ...

Article comprising embedded code

An absorbent article comprises a topsheet, a backsheet and an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and backsheet; and a component comprising a base design, wherein the base design comprises one or more design elements and a camouflaged code.

SYSTEM FOR SENSING VITAL SIGNS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF DISPOSABLE ABSORBENT ARTICLES

The present invention protects a system for monitoring the vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article that comprises a sensor device, a bi-dimensional code and a receiver, such that the sensor device is placed in contact with the user and the system is triggered by the reading of the bi-dimensional code through the receiver, such that the bi-dimensional code is place inside the packaging or the disposable absorbent article. 160.-. (canceled)61. A monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article which comprises a sensor device , a bi-dimensional code and a receiver , wherein said system is characterized in that said sensor device is placed in contact with the user and the system is configured to be triggered through the reading of the bi-dimensional code by the receiver , such that the bi-dimensional code is placed inside a packaging of the disposable absorbent article.62. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 61 , further characterized in that said sensor device comprises a sensor programed to read at least one vital sign and a frame inside which said sensor is placed.63. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 62 , further characterized in that said sensor is programed to monitor the pulse claim 62 , the breathing rate claim 62 , the temperature or the blood pressure claim 62 , of the user of the disposable absorbent article.64. The monitoring system tor vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 62 , further characterized in that the frame is a bracelet or a self-stick patch or a medal or a clip.65. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent article according to claim 64 , further characterized in that said frame is made of a renewable or a mutual origin material.66. The monitoring system for vital signs of a user of a disposable absorbent ...

Detecting microbial infections in wounds

Provided herein are microbial infection indicator devices, including dressing with indicators, standalone indicator inserts or disks that can be freely placed at a wound site or dressing, and applications thereof for displaying a visible or detectable signal to a user upon detection of an analyte or biomarker indicative of an infection, such as a color change.

DIAPER WITH AN ENCLOSED ACCESSORY

A diaper with an enclosed accessory having an internal absorbent layer and an external impermeable layer. The diaper includes an accessory compartment strip attached to the external impermeable layer. The accessory compartment strip includes a pull tab external layer attached to an internal moisture retaining enclosure which retains an accessory. The moisture retaining enclosure includes a bottom layer attached directly to the external impermeable layer and a top release layer attached directly to the pull tab layer, wherein the top release layer releases the enclosed accessory when the pull tab is removed. 1. A diaper with an enclosed accessory comprising:a diaper having an internal absorbent layer and an external impermeable layer, the external impermeable layer having an accessory compartment strip attached thereto;the accessory compartment strip including a pull tab external layer attached to an internal moisture retaining enclosure which retains an accessory, the moisture retaining enclosure having a bottom layer attached directly to the external impermeable layer and a top release layer attached directly to the pull tab layer, wherein the top release layer releases the enclosed accessory when the pull tab is removed.2. The diaper with an enclosed accessory of claim 1 , wherein the accessory compartment strip is located on a front side of the external impermeable layer.3. The diaper with an enclosed accessory of claim 2 , wherein the accessory compartment strip is located on the front side of the external layer immediately beneath a waist band region of the diaper.4. The diaper with an enclosed accessory of claim 1 , wherein the enclosed accessory is one or more wet wipes.5. The diaper with an enclosed accessory of claim 1 , wherein the accessory compartment strip includes decorative images.6. The diaper with an enclosed accessory of claim 1 , wherein the pull tab is an adhesive strip that peels off. This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. ...

Transdermal Therapeutic System Comprising an Electronic Component

Transdermal therapeutic systems are described which have at least one electronic component, as well as methods for producing this type of transdermal therapeutic systems. 1. A transdermal therapeutic system comprising:an active agent impermeable backing layer;at least one active agent containing reservoir;a removable protective layer; andat least one electronic component.2. The transdermal therapeutic system according to ;wherein the at least one electronic component comprises a radio tag which has no own power supply.3. The transdermal therapeutic system according to ;wherein the at least one electronic component comprises a radio tag which has an own power supply.4. The transdermal therapeutic system according to ;wherein the radio tag has at least one power source selected from the group consisting of capacitors, solar cells, and galvanic elements.5. The transdermal therapeutic system according to ;wherein the at least one electronic component comprises at least one radio tag selected from the group consisting of transponders, passive RFID transponders (RFID=radio frequency identification), active RFID transponders, semi-active RFID transponders, and semi-passive RFID transponders.6. The transdermal therapeutic system according to ;wherein the at least one electronic component is mounted on the backing layer or is integrated in the transdermal therapeutic system.7. The transdermal therapeutic system according to ;wherein the at least one active agent is selected from the group of active agents consisting of anticholinergics, parasympatholytics, antimycotics, MAO-B inhibitors, serotonin antagonists, alpha2-receptor agonist, photosensitizers, hormones and proteins, preferably from the group of active agents consisting of 5-aminolevulinic acid, buprenorphine, capsaicin, clonidine, fentanyl, granisetron, glyceryl trinitrate, hydromorphone, memantine, oxybutynin, rivastigmine, rotigotine, selegiline, and sertaconazole. The present application is a division of U.S. ...

Intelligent diaper

An intelligent diaper includes an inner layer configured to be substantially liquid-pervious; a transparent outer layer configured to be substantially liquid-impervious; a middle layer disposed between the inner layer and the transparent outer layer and configured to absorb liquid from a diaper wearer's body; a core member disposed between the transparent outer layer and the middle layer, and the core member including an identification zone having a 2D barcode, a color calibration zone, and a test zone having two spaced test paper strips; urine indication strips disposed between the transparent outer layer and the middle layer and being adjacent to the core member; a negative comparison zone having two spaced negative color comparison cards; and a positive comparison zone having two spaced positive color comparison cards. Color of the urine indication strips changes in response to expelled waste. 1. An intelligent diaper comprising:an inner layer configured to be substantially liquid-pervious;a transparent outer layer configured to be substantially liquid-impervious;a middle layer disposed between the inner layer and the transparent outer layer and configured to absorb liquid from a diaper wearer's body;a core member disposed between the transparent outer layer and the middle layer, the core member corresponding to the crotch of the diaper wearer, and the core member including an identification zone having a 2D barcode, a color calibration zone, and a test zone having two spaced test paper strips;a plurality of urine indication strips disposed between the transparent outer layer and the middle layer and being adjacent to the core member, the urine indication strips corresponding to the crotch of the diaper wearer;a negative comparison zone disposed in a first predetermined position and having two spaced negative color comparison cards; anda positive comparison zone disposed in a second predetermined position and having two spaced positive color comparison cards.2. ...

POSITIONING OF SENSORS FOR SENSOR ENABLED WOUND MONITORING OR THERAPY

Embodiments of apparatuses and methods for determining a positioning of sensors in a wound dressing are disclosed. In some embodiments, a wound monitoring and/or therapy system can include a wound dressing and a plurality of sensors configured to measure one or more wound characteristics. The wound monitor system can also include at least one positioning device configured to indicate position and/or orientation in the wound of a sensor of the plurality of sensors. In some embodiments, a detector can be configured to determine, based on the positioning data, the position and/or orientation in the wound of the sensor of the plurality of sensors. In some embodiments, the plurality of sensors can be positioned on a strip or string of material in communication with the positioning device.

Incontinence Detection System Capable of Identifying Urinary or Fecal Incontinence

An incontinence detection system includes an incontinence detection pad underneath a patient's pelvic area for detecting an incontinence event. The incontinence detection system further includes a moisture detection sensor, a gas detection sensor, and a reader. The moisture detection sensor is embedded in the incontinence detection pad for detecting a presence of moisture in incontinence detection pad. The gas detection sensor is positioned near the incontinence detection pad for detecting a presence of targeted gas, such as methane. The reader is communicatively coupled to the moisture detection sensor and the gas detection sensor to receive moisture data and gas data, respectively. The reader is configured to determine a type of the incontinence event based on the received moisture data and the gas data and transmit a signal indicative of the type of incontinence event to a server.

PERSONAL HYGIENE PRODUCT WITH A DIGITAL ELEMENT

A personal hygiene product with a digital element includes an external personal hygiene product to absorb bodily fluids and a conductive sensor assembly disposed therein. The conductive sensor assembly includes a pair of conductive elements disposed in parallel in a mirrored image about the perimeter of the personal hygiene product and at least one connector directly contacting the pair of conductive elements, said conductive sensor assembly generating a signal indicative of fluid leakage of said personal hygiene product when fluid reaches the area between the pair of conductive elements. The conductive sensor assembly is arranged and configured to communicate with a smart hand held electronic device, either directly or through a wireless connection. 1. A personal hygiene product with a digital element comprising:a) an external personal hygiene product to absorb bodily fluids; andb) a conductive sensor assembly disposed within the personal hygiene product, including a pair of conductive elements disposed in parallel in a mirrored image about the perimeter of the personal hygiene product and at least one connector directly contacting the pair of conductive elements, said conductive sensor assembly generating a signal indicative of fluid leakage of said personal hygiene product when fluid reaches the area between the pair of conductive elements;wherein said conductive sensor assembly is arranged and configured to communicate with a smart hand held electronic device.2. The personal hygiene product of wherein the personal hygiene product comprises a cover layer claim 1 , a barrier layer claim 1 , and an absorbent material disposed between the cover layer and barrier layer and wherein the barrier layer has an inner surface directed toward the absorbent material and an outer claim 1 , garment-facing surface.3. The personal hygiene product of wherein each end of the conductive elements forms a connection node arranged and configured for connection to the conductive sensor ...

Magnetically held diaper monitor

A magnetically held diaper monitor comprises a power supply part and a control part. The power supply part comprises a lower shell, and a battery and a power circuit board embedded in the lower shell. The power circuit board is provided with a plurality of lower magnetic electrodes and two lower magnetic terminals. The control part comprises an upper shell and a control circuit board embedded in the upper shell. The control circuit board is provided with upper magnetic electrodes which are in one-to-one correspondence to the lower magnetic electrodes, and upper magnetic terminals which correspond to the lower magnetic terminals. A diaper sensor is clamped between the power supply part and the control part which are combined into a whole by attraction by means of a magnetic force and is connected to the control part via the magnetic electrodes. The control part obtains a power supply via the magnetic terminals.

METHOD FOR OBTAINING FETAL CELLS AND FETAL CELLULAR COMPONENTS

Methods are disclosed for non-invasively obtaining fetal cells from a pregnant female. The methods include placing an absorbent medium in an interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening of the pregnant female, and collecting vaginal fluid comprising cells in the absorbent medium while the absorbent medium is interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening. The absorbent medium is removed and cells are isolated from the absorbent medium to obtain the fetal cells. The fetal cells can be, for example, somatic cells, embroyic stem cells, fetal stem cells or trophoblast cells. 1. A method of obtaining fetal cells , comprisingplacing an absorbent medium in an interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening of a pregnant female with an intact amniotic sac,collecting vaginal fluid comprising cells in the absorbent medium while the absorbent medium is in the interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening;removing the absorbent medium;extracting the vaginal fluid from the absorbent medium; andisolating cells from the vaginal fluid extracted from the absorbent medium, thereby obtaining the fetal cells.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent medium is in the form of a panty liner claim 1 , an interlabial pad or a sanitary napkin.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent medium is placed in the interlabial space.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the absorbent medium is at least partially claim 3 , or substantially entirely claim 3 , placed in the interlabial space for about 2 to about 6 hours.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the interlabial pad includes a major portion and a minor portion claim 2 , and wherein the absorbent medium is removed by gripping the minor portion and removing the interlabial pad.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent medium comprises a container having a plurality of fluid ...

Method and apparatus related to wirelessly detectable sponges having a wireless transponder

A wirelessly detectable sponge and process for making same are disclosed. The wirelessly detectable sponge may include a sponge, a first deposit of adhesive, a wireless transponder, and a second deposit of adhesive. The first and second deposits of adhesive may be the same or different type of adhesive. The adhesive may be deposited using one or more automated dispensers that may be arranged relative to an assembly system that moves the sponges along a conveyor, or relative to an assembly system in which sponges are processed along a stationary surface. The wireless transponders may be picked by a robotic appendage, moved relative to the sponge, and placed within a defined location at a defined orientation.

Methods and Devices for Collecting Body Fluids

The present invention comprises methods and devices for collection of fluids, including cells and cellular materials, from the uterus. A device of the present invention comprises a central tubing member to which, at least, a flexible tubing member and an absorbable member are connected at least at one point. The absorbable member is connected to at least one portion of the central tubing member and to at least one portion of the flexible tubing member. The devices of the present invention are useful in methods of collection of uterine fluids, including blood, cells and cellular material. 112.-. (canceled)13. A method for obtaining a sample of uterine fluids , cells or both , comprising , i) a central tubing member comprising a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the proximal end has at least one opening and the distal end is closed;', 'ii) a flexible tubing member connected to the central tubing member in a region near the proximal end of the central tubing member; and', 'iii) an absorbent member attached along the length of the flexible tubing member,, 'a) removing collected uterine fluids, cells or both from an intrauterine device comprising'}wherein the intrauterine device was present in a uterus of a mammal for at least one day prior to removal of the collected uterine fluids.14. The method of claim 13 , further comprising claim 13 , prior to a) claim 13 , providing the intrauterine device in a compressed state to the uterus of the mammal.15. The method of claim 14 , wherein the compressed state of the intrauterine device comprises the flexible tubing member and the absorbent member in close proximity or wrapped around the central tubing member16. The method of claim 13 , wherein the sample comprises uterine fluids comprising at least one of fluids from within the uterus and fallopian tubes claim 13 , cells from the uterus claim 13 , or both.17. The method of claim 16 , wherein the cells comprise one or more of blood claim 16 , serum claim 16 , cellular ...

BODY FLUID TEST ARRANGEMENT FOR AN ABSORBENT ARTICLE

A body fluid test arrangement for an absorbent article includes a body fluid test device for receiving and examining voided body fluid. The body fluid test arrangement is configured to attach to a topsheet of the absorbent article. The body fluid test arrangement includes a fastening means for attachment to the topsheet of the absorbent article by a peelable connection between the body fluid test arrangement and the topsheet. The fastening means provides an attachment of the body fluid test arrangement having a peel strength from 0.05 to 1.65 (N×cm)/cm. An absorbent article including a body fluid test arrangement also is provided. 1. A body fluid test arrangement for an absorbent article , wherein the body fluid test arrangement comprises a body fluid test device for receiving and examining voided body fluid , said body fluid test arrangement being configured to attach to a topsheet of the absorbent article , wherein said body fluid test arrangement comprises a fastener for attachment to the topsheet of the absorbent article by a peelable connection between the body fluid test arrangement and the topsheet , wherein the fastener provides an attachment of the body fluid test arrangement having a peel strength from 0.05 to 1.65 (N×cm)/cmas measured according to the peel test method as described in the specification , wherein the fastener is an adhesive that is applied on a surface of said body fluid test arrangement in an amount of 10 to 40 gsm based on a total area of said surface that said adhesive is covering.2. The body fluid test arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive is a pressure sensitive adhesive.3. The body fluid test arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the body fluid test arrangement comprises a support sheet having one wearer-facing side and one fastener side on which said fastener is arranged for the attachment to the topsheet.4. The body fluid test arrangement according to claim 3 , wherein the support sheet is a liquid permeable ...

Automatic absorbent article change features

A system for removing and donning a disposable absorbent article by using a separate robotic device includes an absorbent assembly having an inner layer that partly defines a body-facing surface, an outer layer that defines a garment-facing surface, and an absorbent body disposed between the inner and outer layers. The absorbent assembly also includes a pair of ears extending transversely outward from the opposite sides of the absorbent assembly in the back waist region, each of the ears including a body-facing surface with a primary first fastening-component that is selectively engageable with a primary second fastening-component in the front waist region of the absorbent assembly in a wear configuration of the article, and a garment-facing surface opposite the body-facing surface. The absorbent article also includes a manipulation-enablement feature configured to assist the post-retail manipulation of the absorbent article by the robotic device.

WEARABLE ABSORBENT HYGIENE ARTICLE COMPRISING AN ELECTRONICS UNIT

A wearable absorbent hygiene article includes a liquid permeable top layer, a back layer, an absorbent member, an electronics unit, a power source and a switch. The liquid permeable top layer is adapted to face the wearer during use. The back layer is opposite to the top layer. The absorbent member is located between the top layer and the back layer. The switch operably couples the electronics unit to the power source. The switch is configured such that the power source supplies power to the electronics unit when the switch is in an ON state and such that the power source does not supply power to the electronics unit when the switch is in an OFF state. The power source, the switch and at least a portion of the electronics unit are disposed between the top layer and the back layer. 1. A wearable absorbent hygiene article comprising:a liquid permeable top layer adapted to face the wearer during use;a back layer opposite to the top layer;an absorbent member located between the top layer and the back layer;an electronics unit;a power source; anda switch operably coupling the electronics unit to the power source, the switch being configured such that the power source supplies power to the electronics unit when the switch is in an ON state and such that the power source does not supply power to the electronics unit when the switch is in an OFF state,wherein the power source, the switch, and at least a portion of the electronics unit are disposed between the top layer and the back layer.2. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 1 , wherein the electronics unit comprises at least one sensor for sensing a physical environment present in the wearable absorbent hygiene article.3. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 1 , wherein the electronics unit comprises a transmitter claim 1 , a receiver claim 1 , or both.4. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 1 , wherein the power source is a cell.5. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 1 , ...

METHOD FOR OBTAINING FETAL CELLS AND FETAL CELLULAR COMPONENTS

Methods are disclosed for non-invasively obtaining fetal cells from a pregnant female. The methods include placing an absorbent medium in an interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening of the pregnant female, and collecting vaginal fluid comprising cells in the absorbent medium while the absorbent medium is interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening. The absorbent medium is removed and cells are isolated from the absorbent medium to obtain the fetal cells. The fetal cells can be, for example, somatic cells, embroyic stem cells, fetal stem cells or trophoblast cells. 1. A method of obtaining fetal cells , comprisingplacing an absorbent medium in an interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening of a pregnant female with an intact amniotic sac,collecting vaginal fluid comprising cells in the absorbent medium while the absorbent medium is in the interlabial or intravaginal space or adjacent to the perineum at the vaginal opening;removing the absorbent medium;extracting the vaginal fluid from the absorbent medium; andisolating cells from the vaginal fluid extracted from the absorbent medium, thereby obtaining the fetal cells.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent medium is in the form of a panty liner claim 1 , an interlabial pad or a sanitary napkin.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent medium is placed in the interlabial space.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the absorbent medium is at least partially claim 3 , or substantially entirely claim 3 , placed in the interlabial space for about 2 to about 6 hours.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the interlabial pad includes a major portion and a minor portion claim 2 , and wherein the absorbent medium is removed by gripping the minor portion and removing the interlabial pad.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent medium comprises a container having a plurality of fluid ...

CONFIGURABLE ABSORBENT ARTICLES HAVING IMPROVED BODILY EXUDATE SEPARATION AND SAMPLING

Configurable absorbent articles with improved bodily exudate separation and sampling are provided. 1. An absorbent article comprising:a central lateral axis;a central longitudinal axis;a first side edge;a second side edge;a first end edge;a second end edge;a first waist region on a first side of the lateral axis;a second waist region on a second side of the lateral axis;a topsheet;a backsheet;an absorbent core positioned at least partially intermediate the topsheet and the backsheet;a pair of leg cuffs, wherein a first leg cuff is positioned proximate to the first side edge, and wherein a second leg cuff is positioned proximate to the second side edge;a standing barrier extending intermediate the first leg cuff and the second leg cuff, wherein the standing barrier is configured to separate urine from bowel movements when the absorbent article is positioned on a wearer, wherein the standing barrier extends in a direction generally parallel to the central lateral axis, and wherein the standing barrier is positioned proximate to the central lateral axis; anda sample receiving element in the first waist region or the second waist region, wherein the sample receiving element comprises a portion that is translucent or transparent.2. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the topsheet is liquid permeable in the first waist region claim 1 , wherein the topsheet is liquid impermeable in the second waist region claim 1 , and wherein the sample receiving element is positioned in the second waist region.3. The absorbent article of claim 2 , wherein a first portion of the sample receiving element forms a portion of a wearer-facing surface in the second waist region claim 2 , and wherein a second portion of the sample receiving element forms a portion of a garment-facing surface in the second waist region.4. The absorbent article of claim 3 , wherein the standing barrier extends toward the second end edge.5. The absorbent article of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent core is ...

Wearable absorbent article

A wearable absorbent article includes a conductor arrangement. Including a plurality of elongate conductors, each conductor extending along an extension direction. At least some of the conductors have different lengths from each other in the respective extension directions. Those of the at least some of the conductors which have larger lengths in the respective extension directions have lower electrical resistances per unit length than those of the at least some of the conductors which have smaller lengths in the respective extension directions.

WEARABLE ABSORBENT HYGIENE ARTICLE COMPRISING A MAGNETIC SWITCH

A wearable absorbent hygiene article includes an electronics unit, a power source and a magnetic switch. The magnetic switch operably couples the electronics unit to the power source. The magnetic switch is configured such that the power source supplies power to the electronics unit when the magnetic switch is in an ON state and such that the power source does not supply power to the electronics unit when the magnetic switch is in an OFF state. The magnetic switch is further configured such that a movement of a magnet relative to the magnetic switch switches the magnetic switch from the OFF state to the ON state. 1. A wearable absorbent hygiene article comprising:an electronics unit;a power source; anda magnetic switch operably coupling the electronics unit to the power source, the magnetic switch configured such that the power source supplies power to the electronics unit when the magnetic switch is in an ON state and such that the power source does not supply power to the electronics unit when the magnetic switch is in an OFF state,wherein the magnetic switch is configured such that a change in a magnetic field experienced by the magnetic switch switches the magnetic switch from the OFF state to the ON state.2. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic switch is a reed switch.3. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic switch is configured such that a movement of a switching element relative to the magnetic switch switches the magnetic switch from the OFF state to the ON state.4. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 3 , wherein the wearable absorbent hygiene article further comprises the switching element.5. The wearable absorbent hygiene article of claim 4 , wherein the wearable absorbent hygiene article comprises a first region and a second region claim 4 , and wherein the magnetic switch is disposed in the first region and the switching element is disposed in the second region or the ...

Monitoring Device for Detecting Wetness in a Garment

A monitoring device for detecting wetness in a garment is disclosed. The monitoring device of the present disclosure includes a locking mechanism that slides back and forth relative to a clip that is removably attachable to a garment between a first position in which the locking mechanism locks the clip in a closed position and a second position in which the clip is in an open position. As the locking mechanism transitions from the first position to the second position, the locking mechanism opens the clip. Advantageously, the monitoring device of the present disclosure allows a caregiver to align and secure the monitoring device to a garment using only one hand. 1. A monitoring device for detecting wetness in a garment , comprising:a clip removably attachable to the garment; anda locking mechanism movably connected to the clip, the locking mechanism transitionable between a first position in which the locking mechanism locks the clip in a closed position and a second position in which the clip is in an open position.2. The monitoring device of claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism slides back and forth relative to the clip between the first position and the second position.3. The monitoring device of claim 1 , wherein as the locking mechanism transitions from the first position to the second position claim 1 , the locking mechanism opens the clip.4. The monitoring device of claim 1 , wherein the clip comprises a top portion and a bottom portion.5. The monitoring device of claim 4 , wherein the bottom portion of the clip includes a resilient member transitionable between a deformed position and an undeformed position.6. The monitoring device of claim 5 , wherein claim 5 , with the clip in the closed position claim 5 , the resilient member is in the deformed position claim 5 , and with the clip in the open position claim 5 , the resilient member is in the undeformed position.7. The monitoring device of claim 5 , wherein claim 5 , with the locking mechanism in the ...

SELECTION DEVICE, SELECTION METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM

A selection device includes a controller that: acquires user information indicating a physical characteristic of a user; acquires preference information indicating a user preference, or exercise amount information indicating an exercise amount of the user; and selects an absorbent article to be suggested to the user, based on: the user information, and one of the preference information and the exercise amount information. 1. A selection device comprising: acquires user information indicating a physical characteristic of a user;', 'acquires preference information indicating a user preference, or exercise amount information indicating an exercise amount of the user; and', the user information, and', 'one of the preference information and the exercise amount information., 'selects an absorbent article to be suggested to the user based on], 'a controller that2. The selection device according to claim 1 , wherein the controller acquires claim 1 , as the preference information claim 1 , information indicating a user preference for the absorbent article.3. The selection device according to claim 2 , wherein a user preference for appearance of the absorbent article;', 'a user preference for a function of the absorbent article; and', 'a user preference for a user activity corresponding to the function of the absorbent article., 'the controller acquires, as the preference information, at least one of4. The selection device according to claim 1 , wherein the controller acquires claim 1 , as the user information claim 1 , information indicating a physique of the user.5. The selection device according to claim 1 , wherein the controller acquires claim 1 , as the user information claim 1 , information indicating an age of the user.6. The selection device according to claim 1 , wherein acquires time information indicating time during which the user wears the absorbent article; and', the user information, and', 'one of the preference information, the exercise amount information, ...

Diaper including feces modification agent

An article to be fitted to a wearer including an agent which is available in an effective concentration to physically or chemically modify some or all of the fecal material or other bodily exudates deposited in the article. The modification of the feces may improve acceptance and/or retention of the exudates within the article to reduce the spreading of fecal material within the diaper and/or to reduce the tendency of the fecal material to adhere to the wearer's skin.

Devices, systems and methods for shortening menstrual period duration

Devices and systems for facilitating the flow of menses through the cervix and for shortening the duration of menstruation include a pressure oscillations generating unit insertable into a vagina and configured for delivering pressure oscillations and/or acoustic waves and/or shock waves to the vagina and cervix to change the flow properties of menses fluid. The pressure oscillations generating unit may include one or more vibratable or movable members for generating pressure oscillations which may be powered by an internal or external power source. The devices may optionally include an absorbing member or a menses collecting member. A method of menstruation duration shortening includes placing the device within the vagina and applying pressure oscillations to the vagina or to a vaginal chamber formed within the vagina for increasing the flow rate of menses and shortening menstruation duration.

Devices, systems and methods for shortening menstrual period duration

Devices and systems for facilitating the flow of menses through the cervix and for shortening the duration of menstruation include a pressure oscillations generating unit insertable into a vagina and configured for delivering pressure oscillations and/or acoustic waves and/or shock waves to the vagina and cervix to change the flow properties of menses fluid. The pressure oscillations generating unit may include one or more vibratable or movable members for generating pressure oscillations which may be powered by an internal or external power source. The devices may optionally include an absorbing member or a menses collecting member. A method of menstruation duration shortening includes placing the device within the vagina and applying pressure oscillations to the vagina or to a vaginal chamber formed within the vagina for increasing the flow rate of menses and shortening menstruation duration.

Devices, systems and methods for shortening menstrual period duration

Devices and systems for facilitating the flow of menses through the cervix and for shortening the duration of menstruation include a pressure oscillations generating unit insertable into a vagina and configured for delivering pressure oscillations and/or acoustic waves and/or shock waves to the vagina and cervix to change the flow properties of menses fluid. The pressure oscillations generating unit may include one or more vibratable or movable members for generating pressure oscillations which may be powered by an internal or external power source. The devices may optionally include an absorbing member or a menses collecting member. A method of menstruation duration shortening includes placing the device within the vagina and applying pressure oscillations to the vagina or to a vaginal chamber formed within the vagina for increasing the flow rate of menses and shortening menstruation duration.

Disposable absorbent article with selectively expandable or inflatable components

A disposable absorbent article having an expandable component is disclosed. The expandable compo-nent can be inflatable, and comprises a gas evolving material and an acti-vating material separated from the gas evolving material by a breakable bar-rier. The barrier is broken to combine the materials and inflate the compo nent at the point of use of the dispos-able absorbent article. The inflatable component can comprise a spacer for maintaining a fecal void space in a disposable absorbent article.

System and method for healing a wound using a microelectromechanical system (MEMS)

用于在医疗操作中使用的可检测海绵及其制造、封装和核算的方法

适用于在医疗操作中使用的海绵可包括不透射线材料，并且布置成允许使用成像技术(例如，X‑射线)容易地检测成组、成捆或成包的海绵中的单独的海绵，以允许对海绵准确地计数。该海绵可包括无线应答器，例如LC谐振应答器和/或RFID应答器。纱布或类似的材料被折叠以增强对海绵计数的能力。海绵被计数并用带捆绑或封装以确保计数的准确性。

Absorbent pad for kit to dianosise disease and its manufacturing method

The present invention relates to a moisture-absorbing pad for a medical diagnostic kit and a manufacturing method thereof. More particularly, the present invention relates to a moisture-absorbing pad comprising cellulose fiber, glass fiber, cotton fiber, softwood pulp, and binder fiber, and a manufacturing method thereof. Therefore, a defective rate of the moisture-absorbing pad can be significantly reduced.

Портативный детектор интенсивности флуоресценции, возбуждаемой ультрафиолетовым излучением

РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2018 146 852 A (51) МПК G01N 21/64 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2018146852, 02.06.2017 (71) Заявитель(и): ХЕНКЕЛЬ (ЧАЙНА) ИНВЕСТМЕНТ КО., ЛТД. (CN) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 02.06.2016 CN PCT/CN2016/084511 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 09.01.2019 R U (43) Дата публикации заявки: 10.07.2020 Бюл. № 19 (72) Автор(ы): ЦЮ, Цзяньлинь (CN), ЛУ, Чжиго (CN), ЧЭНЬ, Юн (CN) (86) Заявка PCT: (87) Публикация заявки PCT: WO 2017/206942 (07.12.2017) A Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б. Спасская, 25, стр. 3, ООО "Юридическая фирма Городисский и Партнеры" R U (57) Формула изобретения 1. Портативный детектор интенсивности флуоресценции, возбуждаемой ультрафиолетовым излучением, предназначенный для выполнения количественного определения флуоресценции исходных материалов одноразового гигиенического изделия, содержащий корпус, при этом измерительное отверстие образовано в плоской боковой стенке корпуса, в котором путь света испускаемого ультрафиолетового излучения, путь света первого принимаемого излучения и путь света второго принимаемого излучения образованы так, что эти пути света являются копланарными, при этом после размещения портативного детектора интенсивности флуоресценции, возбуждаемой ультрафиолетовым излучением, на плоской подложке для испытаний пути света, испускаемого ультрафиолетового излучения, первого принимаемого излучения и второго принимаемого излучения сходятся в точке на поверхности плоской подложки, при этом источник ультрафиолетового излучения расположен на пути света испускаемого ультрафиолетового излучения и выполнен с возможностью испускания света ультрафиолетового излучения к данной точке и возбуждения флуоресценции в ней, первый датчик и второй датчик расположены соответственно на пути света первого принимаемого излучения и пути света второго принимаемого излучения так, что датчики ...

Anti-cancer drug effect enhancer

本発明は、抗がん剤の効果増強に使用するためのクエン酸塩類を含む医薬組成物に関する。 The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition containing citrates for use in enhancing the effect of an anticancer agent.

Sanitary and hygienic means and method for determining organism state

FIELD: medicine; medical engineering. SUBSTANCE: means is manufactured as pampers or hygienic insert for women and is provided with functional diagnostic remedy. The diagnostic remedy is positioned between the absorbing agent layers. The functional diagnostic remedy contains at least one chemical reagent making reactions with biological fluids in organism to enable one to compare changes in contents of reference (diagnostically significant) metabolites in liquid biological samples. The number of isolated chemical reagents arranged in arbitrary order in the remedy is selected depending on the number of diagnostic parameters characteristic of the given disease. The functional diagnostic remedy is insulated from the adjacent layers to prevent biological fluids secreted in organism from being additionally supplied inside and biological fluid sample delivered inside of the remedy from exiting outside. Transparent windows are produced both in the diagnostic remedy and in water-proof layer of the sanitary and hygienic means. Both of them are optionally entirely produced from a transparent material to simplify visual control in comparing the resulting color with reference color scale represented on the package containing the means used by a patient in everyday mode. EFFECT: enabled early stage diagnosis of a number of diseases without addressing a physician for rendering permanent medical services. 51 cl, 12 dwg Эду с ПЧ ГЭ (19) РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ ВИ "” 2 182 476 ^ Сл ОМК” А бЧЕ 13/15, 13/47, © 01 М 33/487 12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21), (22) Заявка: 2001119207/14, 12.07.2001 (24) Дата начала действия патента: 12.07.2001 (46) Дата публикации: 20.05.2002 (56) Ссылки: ММО 9203731 АД, 05.03.1992. \!О 95/15138 АЛ, 08.06.1995. ЗЕРНОВ Н.Г. Биохимические исследования в педиатрии, 1969, с.76-77. (98) Адрес для переписки: 111538, Москва, ул. Вешняковская, 27, корп. 1, кв.155, В.Л. Кузнецову (71) Заявитель: Достойнов Илья ...

Method and device for detecting the presence of multiple insults in an absorbent article

本发明公开了一种探测吸收性物品中出现污损的方法。测量该物品的电性质并将其数字化。为了探测到污损，通过微处理器运用这些数字值来确定以下至少其中之一：(a)该电性质与一阈值相比较的斜率；(b)在一段时间内该电性质与一阈值的比较；和/或(c)该电性质与一确定阈值的比较。

Patent RU2018146852A3

`7ВУ’” 2018146852`” АЗ Дата публикации: 14.09.2020 Форма № 18 ИЗ,ПМ-2011 Федеральная служба по интеллектуальной собственности Федеральное государственное бюджетное учреждение ж 5 «Федеральный институт промышленной собственности» (ФИПС) ОТЧЕТ О ПОИСКЕ 1. . ИДЕНТИФИКАЦИЯ ЗАЯВКИ Регистрационный номер Дата подачи 2018146852/28(078267) 02.06.2017 РСТ/СМ2017/086947 02.06.2017 Приоритет установлен по дате: [ ] подачи заявки [ ] поступления дополнительных материалов от к ранее поданной заявке № [ ] приоритета по первоначальной заявке № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи первоначальной заявки № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи ранее поданной заявки № [Х] подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) в государстве-участнике Парижской конвенции (31) Номер первой(ых) заявки(ок) (32) Дата подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) (33) Код страны 1. РСТ/СМ№2016/084511 02.06.2016 СМ Название изобретения (полезной модели): [Х] - как заявлено; [ ] - уточненное (см. Примечания) ПОРТАТИВНЫЙ ДЕТЕКТОР ИНТЕНСИВНОСТИ ФЛУОРЕСЦЕНЦИИ, ВОЗБУЖДАЕМОЙ УЛЬТРАФИОЛЕТОВЫМ ИЗЛУЧЕНИЕМ Заявитель: ХЕНКЕЛЬ (ЧАЙНА) ИНВЕСТМЕНТ КО.., ЛТД., СМ 2. ЕДИНСТВО ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ [Х] соблюдено [ ] не соблюдено. Пояснения: см. Примечания 3. ФОРМУЛА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ: [Х] приняты во внимание все пункты (см. Примечания) [ ] приняты во внимание следующие пункты: [ ] принята во внимание измененная формула изобретения (см. Примечания) 4. КЛАССИФИКАЦИЯ ОБЪЕКТА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ (ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ) (Указываются индексы МПК и индикатор текущей версии) СОМ 21/64 (2006.01) 5. ОБЛАСТЬ ПОИСКА 5.1 Проверенный минимум документации РСТ (указывается индексами МПК) АбТЕ 13/00 - 13/84, 6011 1/00 - 1/60, 013 3/00 - 3/52, @01М 211/00 - 21/958, СОМ 33/00 - 33/98 5.2 Другая проверенная документация в той мере, в какой она включена в поисковые подборки: 5.3 Электронные базы данных, использованные при поиске (название базы, и если, возможно, поисковые термины): ВУРАТЕМТЬЗ, ОУУРТ, Е-ГлЬгагу, ЕАРАТТЪУ, ЕВЗСО, Езрасепе Сооз]е, Сооз]е Ржепб, /- Р]а Рав, КТРКХ, Г. ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING MICROELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMS (MEMS) FOR HEALING RAS

1. Система доставки пониженного давления для терапии участка ткани пациента, содержащая: ! электромеханические компоненты, выполненные с возможностью приложения терапии к участку ткани пациента, ! блок обработки данных, обменивающийся данными с указанными электромеханическими компонентами и выполненный с возможностью активации указанных электромеханических компонентов для приложения терапии к участку ткани или изменения терапии на участке ткани, ! по меньшей мере один трубопровод, выполненный с возможностью доставки терапии к участку ткани, и ! микроэлектромеханическое устройство (МЭМС), выполненное с возможностью измерения одной или нескольких характеристик экссудата в виде текучей среды из участка ткани, и дополнительно выполненное с возможностью передачи данных, указывающих на измеренную одну или несколько характеристик экссудата в виде текучей среды, причем указанный блок обработки данных выполнен с возможностью получения данных из указанного устройства МЭМС и обусловливает приложение указанными электромеханическими компонентами терапии к участку ткани пациента через указанный по меньшей мере один трубопровод. ! 2. Система по п.1, в которой указанные электромеханические компоненты содержат по меньшей мере один клапан и по меньшей мере один насос, причем указанный по меньшей мере один насос выполнен с возможностью приложения пониженного давления к участку ткани, а указанный по меньшей мере один клапан выполнен с возможностью включения и отключения приложения пониженного давления к участку ткани или изменения пониженного давления на участке ткани. ! 3. Система по п.2, в которой указанный по � РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 2011 107 114 (13) A (51) МПК A61M 1/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (71) Заявитель(и): КейСиАй Лайсензинг, Инк. (US) (21)(22) Заявка: 2011107114/14, 22.09.2009 Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 03.10.2008 US 61/102,662 (72) Автор(ы): КЕЛЧ Рэндалл Пол (US) (85) Дата начала ...

Live graphics on absorbent articles using electrochromic displays

An absorbent article is provided that includes an electroactive display. The electroactive display may include an electrochromic composition positioned between two electrodes. The electroactive display is configured to create and exhibit an image that contains active features such as moving graphics or color-changing objects. For instance, the electroactive display may display an animated cartoon character or a moving vehicle. The electroactive display may also create symbols or words. When combined with sensors, a power source, and the proper circuitry, the electroactive display may be used, for instance, as a wetness indicator or to indicate the presence of a particular substance. In other embodiments, the electroactive display may be used solely for aesthetic purposes.

Live graphics on absorbent articles using electrochromic displays

An absorbent article is provided that includes an electroactive display. The electroactive display may include an electrochromic composition positioned between two electrodes. The electroactive display is configured to create and exhibit an image that contains active features such as moving graphics or color-changing objects. For instance, the electroactive display may display an animated cartoon character or a moving vehicle. The electroactive display may also create symbols or words. When combined with sensors, a power source, and the proper circuitry, the electroactive display may be used, for instance, as a wetness indicator or to indicate the presence of a particular substance. In other embodiments, the electroactive display may be used solely for aesthetic purposes.

System and method for using micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) to heal wounds

一种用于治疗患者的组织部位的系统和方法可包括感应患者的组织部位的渗出物流体的一个或多个特征。渗出物流体的被感应的一个或多个特征的水平可被测量，并且响应于所测量的至少一个特征水平，可向组织部位施用或改变治疗。

Combined adhesive strip and transparent dressing delivery system

A system for delivering both adhesive strips and transparent dressings to a patient. The adhesive strip or strips are provided with tab means for enhanced handleability and easy removal of the adhesive strip, and are releasably adhered directly to either the release liner or carrier layer of the transparent dressing. Preferably, the tab means is an integral part of one of the layers provided for delivery of the thin film dressing. Specifically, either the release liner or the carrier layer is provided as separately removable portions, and the adhesive strip is attached to the release liner or the carrier layer across the adjoining edge of these portions to allow removal of one portion from the balance of the composite at a time. When one portion is so removed, the adhesive strip is also removed and remains attached to that removed portion. The adhesive strip may then be easily handled for delivery to the desired site on the patient.

System and method for non-invasive analysis of body fluid

Positioning of sensors for sensor enabled wound monitoring or therapy

Embodiments of apparatuses and methods for determining a positioning of sensors in a wound dressing are disclosed. In some embodiments, a wound monitoring and/or therapy system can include a wound dressing and a plurality of sensors configured to measure one or more wound characteristics. The wound monitor system can also include at least one positioning device configured to indicate position and/or orientation in the wound of a sensor of the plurality of sensors. In some embodiments, a detector can be configured to determine, based on the positioning data, the position and/or orientation in the wound of the sensor of the plurality of sensors. In some embodiments, the plurality of sensors can be positioned on a strip or string of material in communication with the positioning device.

Component positioning and encapsulation for sensor enabled wound dressings

Devices and methods for encapsulating a portion of a wound dressing with biocompatible coating are disclosed. In some embodiments, a method includes applying a first coating on a first side of a flexible substrate of the wound dressing. The first side of the substrate can support a plurality of electronic components, electronic tracks, and connectors between the electronic components and electronic tracks. The first coating can be applied to at least one connectors. The application of the first coating can strengthen the at least one connector. The method can further include applying a second biocompatible coating on the first side of the substrate of the wound dressing and coating a second side of the substrate opposite the first side with a third coating, and coating at least some of the plurality of the electronic components with a fourth coating.

Absorbent article having blended multi-layer absorbent structure with improved integrity

An absorbent article, such as a diaper, sanitary napkin, adult incontinence device which has absorbent components comprised of blends of different types of fibers is provided. The absorbent components are arranged in structures that provide improved core integrity and liquid processing. The absorbent article preferably comprises a liquid pervious topsheet, a liquid impervious backsheet joined to the topsheet, an absorbent core positioned between the topsheet and the backsheet, and an acquisition layer overlying the absorbent core. The absorbent core comprises a blend of cellulosic fibers, absorbent gelling material, and fibers such as crimped synthetic fibers that form liquid stable bonds with adjacent layers. The acquisition layer also comprises at least some fibers that form liquid stable bonds with adjacent layers. The fibers that form liquid stable bonds in the absorbent core and the acquisition layer are bonded to liquid stable components. The liquid stable components can comprise the topsheet, the backsheet, and an optional intermediate liquid stable layer positioned between the acquisition layer and the absorbent core.

Combined adhesive strip and transparent dressing delivery system

A system for delivering both adhesive strips and transparent dressings to a patient. The adhesive strip or strips are provided with tab means for enhanced handleability and easy removal of the adhesive strip, and are releasably adhered directly to either the release liner or carrier layer of the transparent dressing. Preferably, the tab means is an integral part of one of the layers provided for delivery of the thin film dressing. Specifically, either the release liner or the carrier layer is provided as separately removable portions, and the adhesive strip is attached to the release liner or the carrier layer across the adjoining edge of these portions to allow removal of one portion from the balance of the composite at a time. When one portion is so removed, the adhesive strip is also removed and remains attached to that removed portion. The adhesive strip may then be easily handled for delivery to the desired site on the patient.

ABSORBING PRODUCT, DEMONSTRATING CONTROLLED DEFORMATION AND LONGITUDINAL DISTRIBUTION OF A FLUID

РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2015 141 461 A (51) МПК A61F 13/84 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2015141461, 29.09.2015 (71) Заявитель(и): ДЖОНСОН ЭНД ДЖОНСОН КОНСЬЮМЕР ИНК. (US) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 30.09.2014 US 62/057,590; 12.03.2015 US 14/656,111 Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б. Спасская, 25, стр. 3, ООО "Юридическая фирма Городисский и Партнеры" Стр.: 1 A 2 0 1 5 1 4 1 4 6 1 R U A (57) Формула изобретения 1. Абсорбирующее изделие, имеющее поперечно проходящую центральную линию, продольно проходящую центральную линию и обращенную к телу поверхность, причем обращенная к телу поверхность содержит: a. центральный участок, имеющий: i. первую поперечную сторону, параллельную поперечно проходящей центральной линии; ii. вторую поперечную сторону, параллельную поперечно проходящей центральной линии и противоположную первой поперечной стороне в направлении продольно проходящей центральной линии; и iii. тисненый рисунок центрального участка, содержащий каналы, проходящие около и направленно в обоих направлениях вдоль продольно проходящей центральной линии между соответственно первой и второй поперечными сторонами центрального участка и вплоть до них; b. первый продольный концевой участок, проходящий от первой поперечной стороны центрального участка в направлении вдоль продольно проходящей центральной линии от центрального участка; c. второй продольный концевой участок, проходящий от второй поперечной стороны центрального участка в направлении вдоль продольно проходящей центральной линии и от центрального участка; d. центральную продольную область, проходящую продольно через первый и второй продольные концевые участки и центральный участок, причем центральная продольная область проходит симметрично вблизи и в направлении вдоль продольно проходящей центральной линии и содержит противоположные продольно направленные кромки центральной продольной зоны, ...

DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING THE DURATION OF THE MENSTRUAL PERIOD

1. Устройство для уменьшения продолжительности менструации, причем устройство содержит: ! генератор колебаний давления, выполненный для введения во влагалище для приложения колебаний давления к вагинальной камере, определенной частью упомянутого устройства, стенками влагалища и шейкой матки. ! 2. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что упомянутое устройство также содержит впитывающий элемент, прикрепленный к упомянутому генератору колебаний давления, для впитывания менструальных выделений. ! 3. Устройство по п.2, отличающееся тем, что упомянутым впитывающим элементом является рукавный впитывающий элемент, прикрепленный к упомянутому генератору колебаний давления, причем упомянутое устройство является одноразовым. ! 4. Устройство по п.2, отличающееся тем, что упомянутым впитывающим элементом является рукавный впитывающий элемент, прикрепляемый с возможностью отсоединения к упомянутому генератору колебаний давления, причем упомянутый генератор колебаний давления является повторно используемым блоком, а упомянутый впитывающий элемент является одноразовым впитывающим элементом. ! 5. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что упомянутое устройство содержит источник питания для подачи питания на упомянутый генератор колебаний давления, причем упомянутый источник питания выбирают из внутреннего источника питания, расположенного в упомянутом устройстве, и внешнего источника питания, расположенного вне упомянутого устройства и соединенного с упомянутым генератором колебаний давления. ! 6. Устройство по п.2, отличающееся тем, что упомянутым источником питания является источник электропитания. ! 7. Устройст� РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 2009 136 623 (13) A (51) МПК A61H 7/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2009136623/14, 09.03.2008 (71) Заявитель(и): ГАЛМЕДИКС БИОТЕК ЛТД (IL) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 07.03.2007 US 60/893,387 16.07.2007 US 60/950,054 (72 ...

Absorbable article suitable for wearing

FIELD: hygiene.SUBSTANCE: invention relates to an absorbable product suitable for wearing (10) comprising conductive device (2). Conducting device (2) comprises multiple elongated conductors (4), wherein each conductor (4) extends along the length direction. At least some of conductors (4) have lengths in corresponding directions of length, differing from each other. Those of at least some conductors (4), which have larger lengths in corresponding length directions, have lower electric resistances per unit length than those of at least some conductors (4), which have smaller lengths in corresponding to length directions.EFFECT: disclosed is an absorbable product suitable for wearing.15 cl, 6 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 699 553 C1 (51) МПК A61F 13/42 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A61F 13/42 (2019.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018126485, 22.12.2015 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 06.09.2019 (45) Опубликовано: 06.09.2019 Бюл. № 25 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: WO 2015068124 A1, 14.05.2015. US 2015042489 A1, 12.02.2015. WO 2014035340 A1, 06.03.2014. (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 23.07.2018 (86) Заявка PCT: EP 2015/081036 (22.12.2015) 2 6 9 9 5 5 3 (73) Патентообладатель(и): ЭССИТИ ХАЙДЖИН ЭНД ХЕЛТ АКТИЕБОЛАГ (SE) Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 22.12.2015 R U 22.12.2015 (72) Автор(ы): КАРНИ Джошуа Дэниэл (SE), ШВЕЦ Йоссеф (IT), ОЗСУМЕР Сердар (IT), ТРАМОНТАНА Мануэль (IT), ЛОКАТИ Алессандро (IT) 2 6 9 9 5 5 3 R U WO 2017/108109 (29.06.2017) Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б. Спасская, 25, стр. 3, ООО "Юридическая фирма Городисский и Партнеры" (54) ПРИГОДНОЕ ДЛЯ НОШЕНИЯ ВПИТЫВАЮЩЕЕ ИЗДЕЛИЕ (57) Реферат: Изобретение относится к пригодному для друг от друга. Те из, по меньшей мере, некоторых ношения впитывающему изделию (10), проводников (4), которые имеют бóльшие длины ...

System and method for using micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) to heal wounds

一种用于治疗患者的组织部位的系统和方法可包括感应患者的组织部位的渗出物流体的一个或多个特征。渗出物流体的被感应的一个或多个特征的水平可被测量，并且响应于所测量的至少一个特征水平，可向组织部位施用或改变治疗。

Patent RU2015141461A3

ВИ“? 2015141461” АЗ Дата публикации: 11.02.2019 Форма № 18 ИЗПМ-2011 Федеральная служба по интеллектуальной собственности Федеральное государственное бюджетное учреждение ж 5 «Федеральный институт промышленной собственности» (ФИПС) ОТЧЕТ О ПОИСКЕ 1. . ИДЕНТИФИКАЦИЯ ЗАЯВКИ Регистрационный номер Дата подачи 2015141461/12(063910) 29.09.2015 Приоритет установлен по дате: [ ] подачи заявки [ ] поступления дополнительных материалов от к ранее поданной заявке № [ ] приоритета по первоначальной заявке № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи первоначальной заявки № из которой данная заявка выделена [ ] подачи ранее поданной заявки № [Х] подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) в государстве-участнике Парижской конвенции (31) Номер первой(ых) заявки(ок) (32) Дата подачи первой(ых) заявки(ок) (33) Код страны 1. 62/057,590 30.09.2014 05 2. 14/656,111 12.03.2015 05 Название изобретения (полезной модели): [Х] - как заявлено; [ ] - уточненное (см. Примечания) АБСОРБИРУЮЩЕЕ ИЗДЕЛИЕ, ДЕМОНСТРИРУЮЩЕЕ УПРАВЛЯЕМУЮ ДЕФОРМАЦИЮ И ПРОДОЛЬНОЕ РАСПРЕДЕЛЕНИЕ ТЕКУЧЕИ СРЕДЫ Заявитель: ДЖОНСОН ЭНД ДЖОНСОН КОНСЬЮМЕР ИНК. 0$ 2. ЕДИНСТВО ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ [Х] соблюдено [ ] не соблюдено. Пояснения: см. Примечания 3. ФОРМУЛА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ: [Х] приняты во внимание все пункты (см. Примечания) [ ] приняты во внимание следующие пункты: [ ] принята во внимание измененная формула изобретения (см. Примечания) 4. КЛАССИФИКАЦИЯ ОБЪЕКТА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ (ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ) (Указываются индексы МПК и индикатор текущей версии) Аб1Е 13/54 (2006.01) 5. ОБЛАСТЬ ПОИСКА 5.1 Проверенный минимум документации РСТ (указывается индексами МПК) А61Е13/00-13/84 5.2 Другая проверенная документация в той мере, в какой она включена в поисковые подборки: 5.3 Электронные базы данных, использованные при поиске (название базы, и если, возможно, поисковые термины): Езрасепе Рабеагсй, КОРТО 6. ДОКУМЕНТЫ, ОТНОСЯЩИЕСЯ К ПРЕДМЕТУ ПОИСКА Кате- Наименование документа с указанием (где необходимо) частей, Относится к Г ория* относящихся к предмету поиска ...

Anticancer drug effect enhancer

본 발명은, 항암제의 효과 증강에 사용하기 위한 시트르산염류를 포함하는 의약 조성물에 관한 것이다.

Device for analysing body-released fluids for absorbent article

Изобретение относится к устройству (1) для исследования выделяемых организмом текучих сред, прикрепляемому к верхнему листу (17) впитывающего изделия (13) и содержащему приспособление (2) для приёма и исследования выделяемых организмом текучих сред. Указанное устройство (1) содержит средство (6) крепления, предназначенное для прикрепления к верхнему листу (17) впитывающего изделия (13) посредством расслаивающегося соединения между устройством (1) и верхним листом (17). Средство (6) крепления обеспечивает крепление устройства (1) для исследования выделяемых организмом текучих сред, имеющее сопротивление отслаиванию, составляющее от 0,05 до 1,65 (Н×см)/см 2 , причём средство (6) крепления представляет собой адгезив, нанесенный на поверхность устройства (1) в количестве от 10 до 40 г/м 2 исходя из общей площади поверхности, которую покрывает указанный адгезив. Также предложено впитывающее изделие (13), содержащее устройство (1) для исследования выделяемых организмом текучих сред, прикреплённое к верхнему листу (17) впитывающего изделия (13) с возможностью отсоединения. В результате появляется возможность надлежащей фиксации устройства для исследования выделяемых организмом текучих сред во впитывающем изделии при одновременной лёгкости и безопасности его использования. 2 н. и 8 з.п. ф-лы, 4 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 613 868 C2 (51) МПК A61F 13/84 (2006.01) A61B 5/20 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ФОРМУЛА (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ 2015129700, 21.12.2012 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 21.12.2012 (72) Автор(ы): КАРНИ Джошуа (SE) (73) Патентообладатель(и): СКА ХАЙДЖИН ПРОДАКТС АБ (SE) Дата регистрации: (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: DE 202007005962 U1, 06.09.2007. Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 21.12.2012 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 26.01.2017 Бюл. № 3 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 21.07.2015 (86) ...

Diaper adapted for collection of urine sample from an infant

A disposable diaper product useful for collecting a urine sample from an infant is disclosed. In one example the product may have a liquid control structure overlying a liquid impermeable backsheet, with a plan surface area defining a volume coextensive therewith, wherein a portion of the volume defined by at least 50 percent of the plan surface area contains no more than 50 percent by weight absorbent material. In another example the product may have a liquid control structure overlying a liquid impermeable backsheet, and have an average Liquid Release Ratio of at least 3 percent. A method for collecting a urine sample from an infant is also disclosed, in which a diaper is used for collection.

Configurable absorbent articles having improved bodily exudate separation and sampling

Configurable absorbent articles with improved bodily exudate separation and sampling are provided.

Dehydration sensors containing buffered polymer-based ink

FIELD: personal usage items. SUBSTANCE: invention relates to dehydration indicators for introduction of absorbent into product of personal hygiene. Sensor of human body dehydration comprises a porous substrate, on part of which buffered ink system is applied. Mentioned ink include from 0.5 to 20 wt% of a weak polymeric base as buffer agent, a viscosity modifier and pH-sensitive dye. Polymer base is represented by polyallylamine, polyethylenimine, polyvinylamine hydrochloride or their combination; substrate is a cellulose material. Adding to clothing or personal hygiene absorbent product is also described containing mentioned dehydration sensor. EFFECT: buffered ink of dehydration sensor prevent dye leaching out of porous substrate during the analytical procedure providing colour stability and reliability of results in tracking body saturation with water. 17 cl, 4 dwg, 1 tbl, 5 ex РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 601 336 C2 (51) МПК G01N 21/80 (2006.01) C09D 11/00 (2014.01) A61F 13/42 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ 2013127876/05, 07.11.2011 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 07.11.2011 Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (72) Автор(ы): ВЭЙ Нин (US), СУН Сюедун (US), ФИЛЛИПС Ронни Л. (US) 01.12.2010 US 12/957,542 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 10.01.2015 Бюл. № 1 R U (73) Патентообладатель(и): КИМБЕРЛИ-КЛАРК ВОРЛДВАЙД, ИНК. (US) (45) Опубликовано: 10.11.2016 Бюл. № 31 (86) Заявка PCT: C 2 C 2 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 01.07.2013 IB 2011/054955 (07.11.2011) (87) Публикация заявки PCT: 2 6 0 1 3 3 6 WO 2012/073132 (07.06.2012) R U 2 6 0 1 3 3 6 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: US 2003096424 A1, 22.05.2003;US 2009157023 A1, 18.06.2009;US 2009157025 A1, 18.06.2009;US 2003164136 A1, 04.09.2003;US 2003045003 A1, 06.03.2003;US 5320969 A, 14.06.1994;JP 04311398 A, 04.11.1992;RU 2009116241 A, 10.11.2010. ...

Automatic excrement treating apparatus and Excrement collection diar thereof

본 발명의 일 측면은 사용자의 인체를 고정하기 위한 벨트가 사용자의 엉덩이 부분에 위치되도록 하여 사용자에 대한 밀착성을 향상시키는 자동 배설물 처리장치 및 그 배설물 수집 기저귀를 제공하는 것에 있으며, 이러한 본 발명의 실시예에 따른 자동 배설물 처리장치는 배설물 수집 기저귀;와, 상기 배설물 수집 기저귀 내부의 배설물을 흡인하여 처리하기 위한 처리 유닛;과, 상기 배설물 수집 기저귀와 처리 유닛을 접속하는 처리 호스;를 포함하며, 상기 배설물 수집 기저귀는, 사용자에게 장착되어 배설물을 수집하기 위한 기저귀 컵;과, 상기 기저귀 컵의 일부를 커버하기 위한 커버 부재;와, 상기 기저귀 컵에 착탈 가능하게 설치되는 허리 받침 매트;와, 상기 기저귀 컵과 커버 부재 및 허리 받침 매트 중 어느 하나에 결합되어 상기 사용자의 엉덩이 부분 주변을 감싸 사용자에 밀착 고정되기 위한 엉덩이 벨트;를 포함하여 구성되는 것을 특징으로 한다. One aspect of the present invention is to provide an automatic excrement disposal apparatus and an excrement collecting diaper which improve the adhesion to a user by allowing a belt for fixing a user's body to be positioned at a hip portion of a user. The automatic waste disposal apparatus includes a disposal collection diaper, a processing unit for sucking and treating waste discharged from the waste collection diaper, and a processing hose connecting the waste collection diaper and the processing unit, A disposable diaper comprising: a diaper cup attached to a user for collecting excretion; a cover member for covering a part of the diaper cup; a waist support mat detachably attached to the diaper cup; A cup, a cover member, and a lumbar support mat, And a hip belt which is tightly fixed to the user by wrapping around this portion.

Wound pad