UNDERGARMENTS WITH MULTI-LAYER BARRIERS TO LESSEN EMF/EMR/EHS EMITTING FEATURES AND MOISTURE MANAGEMENT PROPERTIES
20180271176 ยท 2018-09-27
Inventors
Cpc classification
B32B2262/12
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B2307/20
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B5/26
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
A41B9/04
HUMAN NECESSITIES
B32B3/26
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B2307/212
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B3/08
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B7/12
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B5/22
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B2262/065
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B2262/062
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B5/028
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
B32B5/02
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
A61F13/8405
HUMAN NECESSITIES
B32B2307/7145
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
A41B9/02
HUMAN NECESSITIES
International classification
B32B5/26
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
A41B9/04
HUMAN NECESSITIES
A61F13/84
HUMAN NECESSITIES
A41B9/02
HUMAN NECESSITIES
B32B5/02
PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
Abstract
Undergarments are worn beneath other clothing articles and have direct contact to human skin and vital body organs. The rationale behind the development of this invention is to minimize electromagnetic fields/frequency (EMF); electromagnetic radiation (EMR); and electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS) while managing moisture production within the same. Multiple textile barrier linings will serve as blocking measures to minimize the hazardous effects linked to various EMR/EMF emitting exposure as well as introduce moisture and absorption properties. In addition, this invention will address the problems with existing products and EMF/EMR protectors that are described as heavy, uncomfortable, and expensive to process. Furthermore, this invention will serve a three-tier purpose in aiding the consumer in the first layer of protection for their genital and upper body torso, while providing a barrier from radiated EMF/EMR energy, as well as offer a composition to eliminate the production of moisture and bacteria through additional blocking features.
Claims
1. An undergarment with multi-layer barriers providing attenuation that will range from 20 dB up to 50 dB consisting of any of the following (Swiss ShieldNaturell or Wear and/or Soft & Safe) composite materials or similar shielding textile composites and a moisture management element that includes microfiber synthetic fibers finer than 1.3 denier or decitex/thread and/or with Polygieneantimicrobial blocking applications to protect the upper or lower torso of the body cavity. More notably, the proclamation of the above (6) facts will be incorporated and supported within this claim.
2. It is claimed that Swiss Shield, EMF/EMR/EHS is certified by Okeo-Tex-100 (i.e. meeting the standards of being gentle enough for baby underwear) and the following composite materials Naturell and Wear will be used in some of the embodiments of this invention.
3. It is claimed that Soft & Safe will be used in the composition for production in embodiments where consumers require additional protection from prolonged or over exposure, thus decreasing the susceptibility and high sensitivity from adverse health effects due to persistent EMF/EMR exposure.
4. It is further claimed that consumers will have textile shielding selection options in particular for safety risk, type of exposure, as well as length or over exposure, and will be informed of the specification of the attenuating effects of each embodiment of this invention.
5. It is claimed that all EMF/EMR/EHS blocking and/or shielding fabrics will be safe based on textile certification for the human skin and the manufacturing of the embodiments described for this invention
6. It is claimed that some composite fibers for EMF/EMR/EHS may be altered with safe eco-friendly organic, biodegradable and cotton blend dyes for cosmetic appeal that will reduce ecological harm.
7. It is claimed that embodiments will included composite fabrics that will help to channel moisture away from the surface of the skin and thus provide management and/or control of the antibacterial properties as well as may provide odor blocking elements that include either microfiber, Polygiene, or other antimicrobial features.
8. It is claimed that the undergarment will have liner frames comprising at least one layer of a EMF/EMR/EHS shielding barrier materials along with moisture blocking properties of claim 1; each material configured to conform with at least part of the portion of the garment overlaying the torso area, one surface of said layer facing toward an inside portion of at least a part of said garment, and one surface of said layer facing toward at least a part of the torso area of claim 1; at least part of the said liner comprising EMF EMF/EMR/EHS barrier materials along with moisture blocking properties of claim 1; at least part of the said liner will protect at least part of the torso area emitting EMF/EMR/EHS barrier materials along with moisture blocking properties of claim 1; at least part of the said liner may be composed of disposable properties for the lower torso area emitting EMF/EMR/EHS barrier materials along with moisture blocking properties of claim 1.
9. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a (female) (male) or (unisex) tank undergarment.
10. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a (unisex) or (gender specific) shirt that may be short, long, and/or thermal to function as an undergarment.
11. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a (female) or (unisex) panty undergarment to cover the lower torso.
12. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a (male) or (unisex) brief undergarment to cover the lower torso.
13. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a (female) under bridge and siding panel base for a bra forming undergarment that may consist of breast cupping, molded, contour form, nipple shield to serve in the brassier or bralette region.
14. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a (female) (unisex) or infant body covering or slip to function as an undergarment.
15. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a (male) or (female) disposable and/or absorption underwear.
16. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a infant and toddler disposable and/or absorption diaper, conformity to gender specific embodiments and/or developed as a unisex pattern will be optional.
17. The attenuating and moisture management articles in claim 1, comprising of a toddler disposable and/or absorption training pant, conformity to gender specific embodiments and/or developed as a unisex pattern will be optional.
Description
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
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[0046] The following description includes many unambiguous details. The inclusion of such details are for the purpose of illustration only and should not be understood to limit the invention. Similarly, certain features which are well known in the art are not described in detail in order to avoid complication of the subject matter of the present invention. Additionally, it will be understood that features in one embodiment may be combined with features in other embodiments of the invention. Certain features may be interchanged with similar devices or features not mentioned yet which perform the same of similar functions. It is therefore intended that such modifications and variations are included within the totality of the present invention.
[0047] It should further be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Furthermore, it should be understood that the terminology and phrases employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. For example, as used herein, properties, elements, and features as well as, blocked, blocking, barrier, management, and control, may be used interchangeably throughout the description of the embodiments for the invention. Thus, it is important, therefore that the invention be regarded as including equivalent constructions to those described herein, insofar as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.
[0048] In some embodiments, the present invention may encompass a dual and/or multiple layer barrier garment to block EMF/EMR/EHS emitting features, while also serving as a moisture protecting barrier, Additionally, the undergarment/intimate apparel will act as the first layer of clothing that touches the genital or upper body torso. Specifically, the present invention comprises multi-layers of undergarment applications, for example, tank tops, sports shapewear, bras, brassieres, bralettes, sports bras, strapless, pull over/slip on, nursing, corset, camisoles, breast shielding pads, classic briefs, high-cut briefs, control briefs, hipsters, bikinis, boyshorts, female boxers, tanga, briefs, and body slip, bodysuits wear, tanks, undershirts, t-shirts, long underwear, tube tops, for females, boxers, briefs, boxer briefs, trunks, jockstraps, bikinis, tank tops, undershirts, t-shirts, and long underwear, for males, as well as unisex thermal undershirt and regular undershirt apparel, adult disposal products for both genders, as well as infant onsies, diapers, and toddler training pants.
[0049] The embodiments in this invention will comprise varying composites of the fabrics that yield a EMF/EMR/EHS blocking element safe for direct human skin contact, as well as one or more of the microfiber or antimicrobial moisture reducing properties. This invention may involve a consortium with any of the following elements to further the consistency and quality of the property: cotton, nylon, hybrid yarn, copper, silver shielding, and bamboo fibers that are similar in nature and will not be considered mutually exclusive to the merits of this invention. Micromodal, antimicrobial, and/or mesh fabric with Polygiene controlling elements will be used as moisture blocking properties for the embodiments in this invention. Any of the embodiments may also be tailored with appealing cosmetic effects such as satin, lace, nylon, spandex, adhesives, elastic encasing lycra, cotton, and other eco-friendly matters as found conductive to the production. The embodiments will be breathable, environmentally safe, comfortable, and provide blended elements of the invention to block emitting radiation from the body, while also yielding some moisture barrier protection from bacteria, human sweat and body odor. Additional fabrics to assist in the final production of the embodiments such as hooks, clasp, snaps, buttons, bands, trims, and enclosures could include nickel free, nylon coated, and silicone plastic, cooper nickel mesh, swan, eco-friendly adhesives, non-toxic cotton, organically grown cotton, spandex, and polymide. Intimate apparel will have fashionable and aesthetical features, including lace, satin, lycra, mesh, to add to the cosmetic appeal of the product.
[0050] Undergarments will act as insulators in a three-fold method by initially protecting the genital, breast cavity, and upper torso areas, and serve as a moisture guard, as well as a protective barrier from emitting electromagnetic and radiofrequency environmental and technological radiation. In addition, some undergarments will be more suitable to the consumer that are at greater exposure risk as a result of over/prolonged exposure and need EMF/EMR/EHS attenuation at a higher level that are still deemed safe for the human skin may be developed specifically for work-related exposure. Thus, EMF/EMR/EHS composite fabrics will be developed based on their attenuation properties and interchangeable use of one or more of the microfiber or antimicrobial moisture reducing properties will be included.
[0051] Infant diapers, toddler pants, and adult disposable pants will be consist of a top sheet (outer surface) with EMF/EMR/EHS barriers, and a back sheet (outer surface) with EMF/EMR/EHS barriers to include a bridge and wall element and therein between an moisture management inner layer that will include the crotch region. The structure of the infant, toddler, and adult disposable embodiments will include having a top sheet, a back sheet, which is connected in a superposed relation, and a moisture management layer that connects the crotch, with bridge and wall elements to act as interconnecting regions. Secondary moisture management blocking element may be used to control for leakage, spoils, incontinence, and accidents, which will be placed in the crotch area. Furthermore, side seams may be in different/varying views with adhesive, sewed, sonic scaled, autogeneous, or cohesive bonds, ultrasonic or pressure welds. Embodiments for the present disclosure may include stretch tabs, leg bands, side flaps, elastic, elastane, barrier, gasketing cuffs, or fasteners as varying ways secure the embodiment and reduce leakage in the disposable absorbent embodiment.
[0052] The material may be a woven or non-woven including film material, a non-woven may include natural, cotton, and synthetic fibers, the embodiment may be necked, meltdown, spunbond that includes laminate, carded layers, hydroentangled or otherwise developed. The disposables may also have fibers such as polyolefins/polypropylene, polyamides, polyester and/or polyethylene as well as biocomponent and then composed into nonwoven sheets. Hydrophobic material and surfaces may include cellulose, sodium polyacrylate, silicone polymers or fluorinated polymers. Several materials may be comprised to develop layers of laminated together. Top and back sheets may include high loft nonwoven, apertured film and apertured nonwoven. Disposable embodiments may include storage cores of cellulosic airfelt material, microfiber glues, and absorbent gelling materials. The various embodiments of the diaper, toddler pant, and adult disposable wear may be manufactured in different components to the methods disclosed herein according to the present disclosure.
[0053] The goal of this invention is to act as a barrier for emitting electromagnetic and radio frequency properties as well as keep the intimate body regions dry and cool with antimicrobial blocking fabric elements. Inner linings will include front and back panel sides and under lining sections of the product with the essential aspects of EMF/EMR/EHS blocked emitting applications and moisture barriers. Protective barriers will be encased in the front, back, and side panels, as well as within the crotch area within the embodiments of this invention.
The claims to support this patent will show novelty and non-obviousness based on the following (6) facts:
1). The novelty for the claims in this patent will not be faltered, because several of the aversive risk factors from the growth of wireless and cellular devices were unknown and the contributory environmental and public health issues are just now becoming paramount. 2). In addition, the community, schools, parents, advocacy groups and panels have made the health and environment issues relevant in the past five years with the ongoing reports from consumers, medical and health care providers, and ecological investigators. 3). Furthermore, the claims in this patent will reduce the daily exposure for consumers, as well as benefit the health care sector and the environment by offering products that lessen the EMF/EMR exposure. Ultimately, this will lower the insurmountable health care costs as well as offer products that are eco-friendly with low risk to the existing pollutions and toxins in the ecological system. 4). In addition, the revolution of smart textiles have become increasingly popular based on their distinct technological advances and functionality. This patent is specifically tailored to address and protect the wearer from environmental hazards from pulsating radiofrequency waves with the use of these smart textile compositions. 5). Furthermore, consumers are attracted to aesthetical designed undergarments that have eco-friendly and moisture-resistant properties. Prior art lacked any aesthetical appeal, was developed for only static effects, failed to consider the potential human skin irritation based on high power density textiles, or was designed based on silver fabric particles that would later draw biohazard and ecological concerns. 6). Lastly, the commercial success of this patent will display the market's interest in having undergarments that can offer the EMF/EMR/EHS benefits as described, and further support its non-obviousness.
[0054] The present invention has been illustrated and described, it would be apparent to those skilled in the art that various other changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. It is therefore intended to cover the appended claims all such changes and modifications that are within the scope of this invention.