INTEGRATED TOURNIQUET SYSTEM

Abstract

An integrated tourniquet system is provided that, in some embodiments, provides for a specially designed pocket integrated within a garment or flotation device wherein the pocket is configured to removably retain a one-handed tourniquet having, in some embodiments, a windlass system.

Claims

1. A tourniquet system comprising: a garment; a one-handed tourniquet; and a pocket within the garment, wherein the pocket is configured to removably receive the tourniquet.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein the tourniquet is configured for use in water.

3. The system of claim 1, wherein the garment is a pair of board shorts.

4. The device of claim 3, further comprising solid gel molding on the inside of the garment.

5. The device of claim 4, further comprising a lining, wherein the lining is configured to fixedly connect the solid gel molding to the garment.

6. The device of claim 5, wherein the lining is an embedded gel lining.

7. A tourniquet system, comprising: a flotation device; a one-handed tourniquet; and a pocket within the life saving device, wherein the pocket is configured to removably receive the tourniquet.

8. The system of claim 8, wherein the life saving device is a life jacket.

9. The system of claim 8, wherein the life saving device is a life vest.

10. The system of claim 8, wherein the life saving device is a life preserver.

11. The system of claim 8, wherein the life saving device is a flotation toy.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying figures where:

[0018] FIG. 1 shows a rear perspective view of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0019] FIG. 2 shows a rear perspective view of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0020] FIG. 3 shows a rear perspective view of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0021] FIG. 4 shows a top perspective view of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

[0022] FIG. 5 shows a top perspective view of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The present invention overcomes the limitations of the prior art by providing a new and more effective integrated tourniquet system.

[0024] All dimensions specified in this disclosure are by way of example only and are not intended to be limiting. Further, the proportions shown in these Figures are not necessarily to scale. As will be understood by those with skill in the art with reference to this disclosure, the actual dimensions and proportions of any embodiment or element of an embodiment disclosed in this disclosure will be determined by its intended use.

[0025] It is to be understood that the drawings and the associated descriptions are provided to illustrate potential embodiments of the invention and not to limit the scope of the invention. Reference in the specification to one embodiment or an embodiment is intended to indicate that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least an embodiment of the invention. The appearances of the phrase in one embodiment or an embodiment in various places in the specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment.

[0026] Throughout the drawings, reference numbers are re-used to indicate correspondence between referenced elements. In addition, the first digit of each reference number indicates the figure where the element first appears.

[0027] As used in this disclosure, except where the context requires otherwise, the term comprise and variations of the term, such as comprising, comprises and comprised are not intended to exclude other additives, components, integers or steps.

[0028] In the following description, specific details are given to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. However, it will be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the embodiments may be practiced without these specific detail. Well known features, elements or techniques may not be shown in detail in order not to obscure the embodiments.

[0029] Turning attention to FIG. 1, a rear perspective view of a set of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention is shown. In the embodiment depicted, a viewer may perceive flap 101 and shorts 102.

[0030] With respect to FIG. 2, a rear perspective view of a set of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention is shown. In the embodiment depicted, a viewer may perceive hook and loop fastening element 201 and pouch 202 (which may be elastomer-nylon material), as well as flap 101 and shorts 102.

[0031] With respect to FIG. 3, a rear perspective view of a set of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention is shown. In the embodiment depicted, a viewer may perceive tourniquet 301, as well as flap 101 and shorts 102.

[0032] With respect to FIG. 4, a top perspective view of a set of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention is shown. In the embodiment depicted, a viewer may perceive solid gel molding 401, as well as flap 101 and shorts 102.

[0033] With respect to FIG. 5, a top perspective view of a set of an integrated tourniquet system in accordance with one embodiment of the invention is shown. In the embodiment depicted, a viewer may perceive embedded gel lining 501, as well as solid gel molding 401, flap 101 and shorts 102.

CONCLUSIONS, RAMIFICATIONS, AND SCOPE

[0034] Although the present invention has been described with a degree of particularity, it is understood that the present disclosure has been made by way of example and that other versions are possible. As various changes could be made in the above description without departing from the scope of the invention, it is intended that all matter contained in the above description or shown in the accompanying drawings shall be illustrative and not used in a limiting sense. The spirit and scope of the appended claims should not be limited to the description of the preferred versions contained in this disclosure.

[0035] All features disclosed in the specification, including the claims, abstracts, and drawings, and all the steps in any method or process disclosed, may be combined in any combination, except combinations where at least some of such features and/or steps are mutually exclusive. Each feature disclosed in the specification, including the claims, abstract, and drawings, can be replaced by alternative features serving the same, equivalent or similar purpose, unless expressly stated otherwise. Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, each feature disclosed is one example only of a generic series of equivalent or similar features.

[0036] Any element in a claim that does not explicitly state means for performing a specified function or step for performing a specified function should not be interpreted as a means or step clause as specified in 35 U.S.C. 112.

[0037] While the integrated tourniquet system generally described herein has been disclosed in connection with a number of embodiments shown and described in detail, various modifications should be readily apparent to those of skill in the art.