Absorbent Sleeve Pouch for Discreet Post-Urination Discharge
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Solution Overview
Problem
Post-urination discharge in men, particularly those with prostate and bladder-sensitivity conditions, leads to unsightly marks on clothing, and existing solutions are inadequate for discreet and convenient management.
Innovation Solution
A sleeve-like pouch made of absorbent material with a liquid-proof outer barrier, designed to be slipped onto the male appendage, featuring an absorbent layer to collect and retain discharge, and packaged for discreet carrying and easy disposal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a traditional incontinence product is used, then discharge is absorbed, but the product is bulky and difficult to carry discreetly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the physical state and configuration of the absorbent material by folding it into a compact pouch form. The absorbent pad is transformed from a flat, extended structure into a three-dimensional pouch that can be easily carried in a pocket or wallet, dramatically reducing its volume while maintaining the same absorbent capacity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements nesting by placing the absorbent pad inside a pouch structure formed from the same material. The absorbent layer is nested within the pouch cavity, allowing the entire assembly to be compacted into a small, portable form factor that fits discreetly in personal items.
2Reliability
If a traditional incontinence product is used, then discharge is contained, but the product requires noticeable disposal procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the containment function and disposal function into a single integrated pouch structure. The same pouch that contains the discharge also serves as the disposal container, eliminating the need for separate removal steps and allowing the user to simply discard the entire pouch after use.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs a disposable pouch design where the entire absorbent assembly is intended for single use and then discarded. This eliminates complex disposal procedures by allowing the user to simply throw away the contaminated pouch after it has served its purpose, greatly enhancing ease of operation.
3Volume of moving object
If a compact pouch design is used, then portability is improved, but the pouch must be small and may compromise absorbent capacity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions the absorbent material from a two-dimensional flat pad into a three-dimensional pouch structure. By folding and layering the material in three dimensions, the design maximizes the absorbent capacity within a compact volume, allowing sufficient absorbent material to be packed into a pocket-sized form factor.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses a composite structure where the absorbent pad is integrated with a pouch material formed from the same absorbent substance. This composite design ensures that the pouch walls themselves contribute to the overall absorbent capacity, maximizing the quantity of functional material within the limited volume.
4Quantity of substance
If the pouch is made from absorbent material, then discharge is absorbed, but the material may become saturated and leak
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates an overflow channel structure that acts as a pre-prepared escape route for excess fluid. Before the absorbent material becomes completely saturated, any additional discharge is directed through the overflow channel, preventing sudden leakage and providing a controlled path for excess fluid ejection.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Effectively manages post-urination discharge by preventing leakage onto clothing, providing convenience and discretion through its design for easy use and disposal.
Implementation Method 1
an absorbent layer disposed between the top layer and bottom layer
Implementation Method 2
absorbent, non-woven material configured to be slipped onto the male appendage
Data Source
AI summary
A product for mitigating the ill-effects of post-coital discharge, post-medical-procedure discharge, and post-urination discharge in men. A sleeve-like pouch includes an inside and an outside, with a top layer disposed on the inside of the sleeve-like pouch, and a bottom layer disposed on the outside of the sleeve-like pouch. An absorbent layer is disposed between the top layer and bottom layer. The sleeve-like pouch is configured to be slid onto and securely surround a male appendage.