Apparatus and system for warming instruments

Abstract

The invention generally involves an apparatus and system for heating or warming instruments. The system includes an electrically heated carrying case for transporting instruments, and an electrically heated vessel for containing a fluid to be used in conjunction with the instruments. The carrying case and the vessel each include: a heating element, one or more sensors (i.e. to maintain a desired temperature) and a circuitry in communication with a user interface for controlling the device's operation. This system facilitates the warming or heating of instruments to a desirable temperature to avoid any undesirable interruptions that may be caused by the discomfort of experiencing a temperature differential upon touching the instrument against the body.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates generally to an apparatus and system for heating or warming instruments, and more specifically, to a transportable apparatus that includes one or more heating components configured to receive and warm instruments typically designed to make contact with the human body. For example, such instruments may include medical or therapeutic instruments, and instruments for use in sexual activities.COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARK NOTICE[0002]A portion of the disclosure of this patent application may contain material that is subject to copyright protection. The owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or the patent disclosure, as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office patent file or records, but otherwise reserves all copyrights whatsoever.[0003]Certain marks referenced herein may be common law or registered trademarks of third parties affiliated or unaffiliated with the applicant or...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention aims to provide an apparatus that can transport instruments to different locations while keeping them warm. Another objective is to securely transport instruments in a medium that has a source of warmth before using them.

Problems solved by technology

One of the problems typical of any instrument that comes in touch or designed to make contact with the human body, is the discomfort experienced from the temperature differential between the instrument and the user's body.

This is a problem for users undergoing medical or therapeutic procedures, or engaging in sexual activities, for example.

That is, unless these instruments are heated or warmed prior to their use, the user will experience a discomforting sensation, which typically causes an undesirable interruption prior to or during the activity—for example, involuntary muscle contractions or tensed muscles.

With regards to sexual activities, prior interruptions or initial discomfort due to the cold sensation of an instrument or object against the body can cause undesirable distractions and diminish the quality of the experience.

The prior art does not provide an adequate means to properly warm such instruments prior to their use, especially with regards to the latter of the examples mentioned above—instruments or products often referred to as intimacy enhancers.

Because the surface area of some instruments may vary in shape, so as to conform to a particular body part or in order to register with a desired orifice, adequately warming each instrument's surface area is challenging.

Another problem arises when transportation of these instruments is required.

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