Tunable stiffness menstrual device
US11234857B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 2021 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/4404
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A menstrual device with a reservoir portion and a rim portion where the rim element is comprised of stiffer higher durometer resilient material while the reservoir portion is made from a softer lower durometer material. Additionally, other portions of the menstrual device may have differing durometer materials. The menstrual device may be configured with a compression relief element to help improve the overall folding of the device for use.
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