Hydration apparatus

Abstract

A hydration apparatus attachable to an individual for maintaining the individual's fluid balance. The hydration apparatus includes a body portion, an intake conduit, a fluid pump, a discharge conduit, and a distribution outlet. The body portion is disposable about a portion of the individual's body. The body portion has a bladder supported thereon. The bladder is adapted to receive a fluid. A first end of the intake conduit is connected to and in fluid communication with the fluid in the bladder. The fluid pump is connectable to a second end of the intake conduit so that the fluid pump is in fluid communication with the bladder. A first end of the discharge conduit is connectable to and is in fluid communication with the fluid pump. The distribution outlet is connectable to and in fluid communication with a second end of the discharge conduit.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. 119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60 / 784,327, filed Mar. 21, 2006, the contents of which are hereby expressly incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates generally to an apparatus for cooling and hydrating an individual's body, and more particularly, not by way of limitation, to an improved hydration apparatus to supply water to an individual in order to restore or maintain fluid balance.[0004]2. Brief Description of the Prior Art[0005]In hot weather and / or during strong physical activity, the body dehydrates rapidly. Most of the heat generated from extreme physical activity or high weather temperature tries to escape through the top of the head. With a head enclosure such as a hat, bicycle helmet, motorcycle helmet or military helmet, the heat is trapped with little ability f...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

"The present invention is an improved hydration apparatus for individuals that can cool and hydrate their body. It is designed to selectively maintain fluid balance and provide cooling through a variety of methods such as dousing the individual with water or a cooling fluid. The apparatus can be attached to the individual using a harness or a fixed surface. It is made from a material that can withstand strenuous activity and extreme temperatures. The apparatus includes an intake conduit, a fluid pump, a discharge conduit, a distribution outlet, and a power assembly. The size of the apparatus can vary for different individuals and activities. The technical effects of this invention include improved cooling and hydration for individuals in hot weather or physical activity, as well as a more convenient and efficient way to maintain fluid balance."

Problems solved by technology

With a head enclosure such as a hat, bicycle helmet, motorcycle helmet or military helmet, the heat is trapped with little ability for the high temperature and super-heated body and head heated sweat to escape.

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