A PERMEABLE UNDERGARMENT, A DETACHABLE POUCH AND AN UNDERGARMENT SYSTEM THEREOF
20200222250 ยท 2020-07-16
Inventors
Cpc classification
A41B9/04
HUMAN NECESSITIES
A61F13/505
HUMAN NECESSITIES
A61F13/66
HUMAN NECESSITIES
A61F13/84
HUMAN NECESSITIES
International classification
A61F13/49
HUMAN NECESSITIES
Abstract
A permeable undergarment comprising, a top portion and a bottom portion wherein the top portion of the undergarment is provided by a waistband, and the bottom portion of the undergarment is provided with the permeable layer. The permeable layer comprises a mesh of wicking fibres to wick the body fluids discharged from a user and transfers the body fluids through the permeable layer. A detachable pouch having a base layer and a plurality of side walls is also provided. The detachable pouch is defined such that, the base layer and the plurality of side walls together form a housing region. The housing region may house at least one absorption pad. The detachable pouch may be detachably attached or joined to the undergarment such that, the body fluids discharged from the user flows through the permeable layer and into the detachable pouch for absorption by the at least one absorption pad.
Claims
1. A reusable permeable undergarment comprising: a first section forming a front side of the undergarment, extending from a top portion to a bottom portion; a second section provided opposite to the first section and forming a rear side of the undergarment, extending from the top portion to the bottom portion, wherein the first section and the second section are joined to a waistband at the top portion of the undergarment; a first leg opening and a second leg opening defined in-between the first section and the second section, and on adjacent sides of a crotch region; and a permeable layer provided at the crotch region, wherein the permeable layer connects the first section and the second section of the undergarment at the bottom portion, and allows flow of body fluids from a user through the permeable layer and out of the undergarment, wherein the undergarment has provisions on an outer surface at the crotch region, at the region where the permeable layer is attached, for attaching a detachable pouch so that the body fluids discharged from the user flow through the permeable layer, out of said undergarment, and can be collected when an attached pouch is positioned in the crotch region.
2. The undergarment as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first section of the undergarment at the bottom portion is connected to a first joining edge of the permeable layer.
3. The undergarment as claimed in claim 2, wherein the second section of the undergarment at the bottom portion is connected to a second joining edge of the permeable layer.
4. The undergarment as claimed in claim 1, wherein the permeable layer comprises a mesh of wicking fibres to wick the body fluids off the user and transfers the body fluids through the permeable layer.
5. (canceled)
6. The undergarment as claimed in claim 3, wherein the first joining edge, the second joining edge, a first side edge and a second side edge of the permeable layer are equipped with gripping layers, to grip the permeable layer on skin of the user.
7. (canceled)
8. The undergarment as claimed in claim 1, wherein the permeable layer is detachable from the first section and the second section of the undergarment.
9. A detachable pouch for a reusable permeable undergarment comprising: a base layer; a plurality of side walls extending from the base layer, wherein each side edge of the plurality of side walls are connected to one another, thereby defining the detachable pouch; a housing region defined on the base layer, at an inner portion of the plurality of side walls, wherein the housing region is configured to house at least one absorption pad; and a plurality of fasteners equipped on each of a top edge of the plurality of side walls, the plurality of fasteners being configured to fasten the detachable pouch onto provisions provided an outer surface at a crotch region of the reusable permeable undergarment, at a region where a permeable layer of the reusable permeable undergarment is attached; wherein the detachable pouch is configured to collect and absorb body fluids discharged from a user through the permeable layer of the reusable permeable undergarment.
10. The detachable pouch as claimed in claim 7, wherein each of the top edges of the plurality of side walls is configured to attach to each edge of the permeable layer on the outer surface of the undergarment for collecting the body fluids discharged from the user.
11. (canceled)
12. The detachable pouch as claimed in claim 7, wherein the base layer is configured as the at least one absorption pad to absorb the body fluids discharged from the user.
13. The detachable pouch as claimed in claim 7, wherein the at least one absorption pad is placed within the housing region through an opening defined at the top portion of the detachable pouch.
14. The detachable pouch as claimed in claim 7, wherein the at least one absorption pad is placed within the housing region through the opening defined at any of a side portion of the detachable pouch.
15. The detachable pouch as claimed in claim 7, further comprising a top flap and a bottom flap provided at one of the side portion, operable between an open condition and a closed condition, for inserting and removing the at least one absorption pad.
16. The detachable pouch as claimed in claim 7, wherein the plurality of side walls extend upwardly from the base layer up to a predetermined length to prevent leakage of the body fluids discharged by the user from the housing region.
17. The detachable pouch as claimed in claim 7, wherein the plurality of fasteners are joined on the top edges of the plurality of side walls to securely attach the detachable pouch for collecting the body fluids discharged by the user.
18. (canceled)
19. An undergarment system comprising a reusable permeable undergarment and a detachable pouch, the reusable permeable undergarment comprising: a first section forming a front side of the undergarment, extending from a top portion to a bottom portion; a second section provided opposite to the first section and forming a rear side of the undergarment, extending from the top portion to the bottom portion, wherein the first section and the second section are joined to a waistband at the top portion of the undergarment; a first leg opening and a second leg opening defined in-between the first section and the second section, and on adjacent sides of a crotch region; and the permeable layer provided at the crotch region, wherein the permeable layer connects the first section and the second section of the undergarment at the bottom portion, and allow flow of body fluids from the user through the permeable layer and out of the undergarment, wherein the undergarment has provisions on an outer surface at the crotch region, at the region where the permeable layer is attached, for attaching the detachable pouch so that the body fluids discharged from the user flow through the permeable layer, out of said undergarment and can be collected when an attached pouch is positioned in the crotch region; the detachable pouch comprising: a base layer; a plurality of side walls extending from the base layer, wherein each of a side edges of the plurality of side walls are connected to one another, thereby defining the detachable pouch; a housing region defined on the base layer, at an inner portion of the plurality of side walls, wherein the housing region is configured to house at least one absorption pad; and a plurality of fasteners equipped on each of a top edge of the plurality of side walls, the plurality of fasteners being configured to fasten the detachable pouch onto the outer surface at the crotch region of the permeable layer of the undergarment via the provisions to collect and absorb the body fluids discharged from the user.
20. The system as claimed in claim 15, wherein the first section of the undergarment at the bottom portion is connected to a first joining edge of the permeable layer.
21. (canceled)
22. The system as claimed in claim 15, wherein the permeable layer comprises a mesh of wicking fibres to wick the body fluids off the user and transfers the body fluids through the permeable layer.
23. (canceled)
24. (canceled)
25. (canceled)
26. (canceled)
27. The system as claimed in claim 15, wherein each of the top edges of the plurality of side walls is configured to attach to each edge of the permeable layer on the outer surface of the undergarment for collecting the body fluids from the user.
28. The system as claimed in claim 15, wherein the at least one absorption pad is configured to absorb the body fluids from the user received in the detachable pouch.
29. The system as claimed in claim 15, wherein the base layer is configured as the at least one absorption pad to absorb the body fluids discharged from the user.
30. (canceled)
31. (canceled)
32. (canceled)
33. (canceled)
34. (canceled)
35. (canceled)
Description
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS
[0027] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this disclosure, illustrate exemplary embodiments and, together with the description, serve to explain the disclosed principles. In the figures, reference numbers are used to identify parts/aspects and the figures in which they first appear. The same numbers are used throughout the figures to reference like features and components. Some embodiments of system and/or product in accordance with embodiments of the present subject matter are now described, by way of example only, and with reference to the accompanying figures, in which:
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[0035] It should be appreciated by those skilled in the art that any diagrams herein represent conceptual views of illustrative product and system embodying the principles of the present subject matter.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0036] In the present document, the word exemplary is used herein to mean serving as an example, instance, or illustration. Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject matter described herein as exemplary is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.
[0037] While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiment thereof has been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described in detail below. It should be understood, however that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternative falling within the scope of the disclosure.
[0038] The terms comprises, comprising, includes or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a setup, device or method that includes a list of components or steps does not include only those components or steps but may include other components or steps not expressly listed or inherent to such setup or device or method. In other words, one or more elements in a system or apparatus proceeded by comprises . . . a does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the system or method.
[0039] Disclosed herein is a permeable undergarment having a permeable layer. The undergarment is constructed such that a first section and a second section of the undergarment forms a front side and rear side of the undergarment respectively. The undergarment further comprises, a top portion and a bottom portion wherein the top portion of the undergarment is provided by a waistband, and the bottom portion of the undergarment is provided with the permeable layer. The permeable layer comprises a mesh of wicking fibres to wick the body fluids discharged from a user and transfers the body fluids through the permeable layer. A detachable pouch having a base layer and a plurality of side walls is also provided. The detachable pouch is defined such that, the base layer and the plurality of side walls together form a housing region. The housing region may house at least one absorption pad. The detachable pouch is then fixed to the undergarment. The detachable pouch may be detachably attached or joined to the undergarment such that, the body fluids discharged from the user flows through the permeable layer and into the detachable pouch for absorption by the at least one absorption pad.
[0040] Therefore, using such an undergarment which has the permeable layer aids in easy passage or flow of the body fluids discharged from the user. Additionally, the detachable pouch which is fixed to the undergarment absorbs these body fluids. The user can dispose the detachable pouch and reuse the undergarment based on requirement Moreover, the permeable layer provided in the undergarment can also be configured to be detached and disposed off or configured to be fixed to the undergarment and capable of being reused.
[0041] In the following detailed description of the embodiments of the disclosure, reference is made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustrating specific embodiments in which the disclosure may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the disclosure, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. The following description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.
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[0043] Further, the first section (1) and the second section (2) of the undergarment (100) at the bottom portion (BP) is connected together by a permeable layer (6). The permeable layer (6) is located at a crotch region (CR) of the undergarment (100), wherein the permeable layer (6) connects the first section (1) and the second section (2). This connection of the first section (1) and the second section (2) defines a first leg opening (4) and a second leg opening (5) on adjacent sides of the crotch region (CR). In an embodiment, the first leg opening (4) and the second leg opening (5), defined in-between the first section (1) and the second section (2) is configured to snuggly fit onto the leg portion, preferably thigh portion of the user. In a preferred embodiment, the first leg opening (4) and the second leg opening (5) may be provided with elasticized leg bands such that, the undergarment (100) is securely fit onto the body of the user. In some embodiments, the size of the leg openings may vary depending upon the dimensional sizes of the first section (1) and the second section (2). Additionally, the dimensional sizes of the crotch region (CR) may also affect the size of the leg openings. However, the dimensional fit and securement of the undergarment (100) may depend upon the type of undergarment (100) and the size of the undergarment (100) to accommodate users ranging from infants to adults.
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[0045] In some embodiments, the first joining edge (7), the second joining edge (8), the first side edge (10) and the second side edge (11) is equipped with gripping layers (12). The gripping layers (12) are provided on inner edges of the undergarment (100) that is in contact with skin of the user. These gripping layers (12) allows the edges of the permeable layer (6) to be in contact with the skin of the user so that, the permeable layer (6) is always present at the catchment area to wick or absorb the body fluids discharged from the user. In an embodiment, the gripping layers (12) are at least one of grip tapes, slick wraps, anti-slip wraps, silicone coated tapes, adhesive bonding tapes or any other layers/wraps that serves the purpose of gripping the edges of the permeable layer (6) to the skin of the user.
[0046] Further, the permeable layer (6) comprises the wicking fibres (9) that are provided within the entire boundary of the permeable layer (6). The wicking fibres (9) extend from one boundary edge of the permeable layer (6) to the other boundary edge. The wicking fibres (9) are so provided to wick or absorb any of the body fluids discharged by the user. In an embodiment, the pattern or design of the wicking fibres (9) is constructed such that, the body fluids can easily flow out of the permeable layer (6). In a preferred embodiment, tip portions of the wicking fibres (9) are coated with fluid repellent solution. The fluid repellent solution coated on to the tip portions, prevents stagnation of the body fluids discharged from the user. Additionally, the fluid repellent solution also provides breathability to the skin, at the catchment region. This not only prevents discomfort and feeling of wettability, but also prevents any type of skin irritation or formation of skin rash at sensitive parts of the skin of the user. In an embodiment, the fluid repellent solution is at least one of but not limited to silicone coating, hydrophilic softeners, plasma coating or any other fluid repellent solution or surface modification treatment coatings that serves the purpose.
[0047] Further, the permeable layer (6) comprising the wicking fibres (9) that can be reusable by simply cleaning or washing of the soiled areas. In some embodiments, the permeable layer (6) can be completely detachable and the permeable layer (6) can also be reusable or disposed. Additionally, a fresh and clean permeable layer (6) can also be attached to the undergarment (100) for usage. In an embodiment, the wicking fibres (9) may be replaced with plurality of voids or holes [not shown in figures] that allow passage of body fluids discharged from the user. The plurality of voids or holes may be so provided in the permeable layer (6) such that, the entire catchment area can be covered for effective absorption of the body fluids from the user. In some embodiments, the permeable layer (6), including the edges of the permeable layer (6) and the wicking fibres (9) may be treated with an anti-fouling solution, an anti-microbial solution, an odour treatment solution and the like.
[0048] Further, the crotch region (CR) of the undergarment (100), at the region where the permeable layer (6) is attached may be provided with provisions for attaching or joining a detachable pouch (101). In an embodiment, the body fluids discharged from the user flows through the permeable layer (6) and collects in the detachable pouch (101). The first joining edge (7), the second joining edge (8), the first side edge (10) and the second side edge (11) on its outer surface, i.e. the outer surface of the undergarment (100), may be provided with provisions such as, but not limited to, Velcro strips, detachable adhesive tapes, silicone sticky tapes, plurality of snap-fitting buttons or any other attaching or joining means that serves the purpose of attaching or joining the detachable pouch to the undergarment (100). In an embodiment, the detachable pouch (101) of the present disclosure is reusable and washable.
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[0050] Further, in some embodiments, the base layer (13) of the detachable pouch (101) may be configured to be the at least one absorption pad (15). The base layer (13) may be designed such that the at least one absorption pad (15) may be integrated with the detachable pouch (101) to absorb the body fluids discharged from the user, without having to place the at least one absorption pad (15) separately. In an embodiment, the base layer (13) may be manufactured of a material that can absorb body fluids such as but not limiting to a fabric material, a reusable non-woven fabric material, or any other material that may be used for absorbing fluids.
[0051] In an embodiment, the plurality of side walls (14) of the detachable pouch (101) are configured such that, the body fluids collected within the housing region (HR) stays within the housing region (HR) and prevents leakage of the body fluids from the housing region (HR). Since the plurality of walls (14) are in a raised configuration from the base layer (13), the body fluids stays within the housing region (HR). In an embodiment, the plurality of side walls (14) may be manufactured from at least one of, but not limiting to textile material, knitted fabric material, woven fabrics, reusable fabric material, non-woven fabrics which may have an affinity for absorbing fluid and also prevent leaks. In some embodiments, the plurality of side walls (14) and the detachable pouch (101) may also be treated with leak proof coatings with an added advantage of washing and reusing. Further, referring to
[0052] Further, in some embodiments, the detachable pouch (101), including the base layer (13) and the plurality of side walls (14) may be treated with an anti-fouling solution, an anti-microbial solution, an odour treatment solution and the like.
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[0055] Advantages of the embodiment of the present disclosure are illustrated herein.
[0056] In some embodiments, the present disclosure provides for a permeable undergarment (100) that can be used to configure a detachable pouch (101) in order to collect body fluids discharged from the user. The permeable layer (6) comprising the wicking fibres (9) wicks the body fluids and transfers the body fluids into the detachable pouch (101) for collection and absorption.
[0057] In some embodiments, the detachable pouch (101) can be simply detached and a fresh detachable pouch (101) can be readily attached to the undergarment (100).
[0058] In some embodiments, the permeable layer (6) with the wicking fibres (9) can be detached after usage, and a fresh permeable layer (6) can be readily attached to the undergarment (100).
[0059] In some embodiments, the user may opt to use the undergarment (100) as a normal everyday undergarment (100) without attaching the detachable pouch (101) thereby, providing flexibility in using protective or absorptive undergarments (100).
[0060] In some embodiments, the detachable pouch (101) that is attached on to the undergarment (100) prevents leakage of the body fluids collected therein nor does the detachable pouch (101) add any bulk to the crotch region (CR) of the undergarment (100).
[0061] In some embodiments, the user may opt to not use the at least one absorption pad (15) if the base layer (13) of the detachable pouch is configured as the absorption pad.
[0062] In some embodiments, the permeable undergarment (100) provides a combination of high functionality of disposable materials with higher normality of fabric for distinguished usage between normal undergarment and the permeable undergarment.
[0063] Finally, the language used in the specification has been principally selected for readability and instructional purposes, and it may not have been selected to delineate or circumscribe the inventive subject matter. It is therefore intended that the scope of the invention be limited not by this detailed description, but rather by any claims that issue on an application based here on. Accordingly, the embodiments of the present invention are intended to be illustrative, but not limiting, of the scope of the invention, which is set forth in the following claims.
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TABLE-US-00001 Particulars Referral Number Permeable Undergarment 100 Detachable pouch 101 Undergarment system A First section 1 Second section 2 Waistband 3 A first leg opening 4 A second leg opening 5 A permeable layer 6 First joining edge 7 Second joining edge 8 Mesh of wicking fibres 9 A first side edge 10 A second side edge 11 Gripping layers 12 Base layer 13 Plurality of side walls 14 At least one absorption pad 15 Plurality of fasteners 16 Opening 17 Top flap 18 Bottom flap 19 Top portion TP Bottom portion BP Front side FS Rear side RS Crotch region CR Side portion SP Housing region HR