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Wetness detection device

US7864060B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Inventors

Dean Smith · Spanaway, US
Edward R. Adams · Union City, US

Key dates

Filing date	Aug 25, 2008
Grant date	Jan 4, 2011
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jun 27, 2029

Classification

Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
CPC primaryY10T24/44376
WIPO fieldControl
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The teachings herein are directed to devices for detecting and signaling the presence of urine or another electrically conducive liquid in an undergarment, fabric, or other thin material. Preferred devices include a clip configured to safely and releasably secure a liquid detecting sensor to a fabric or undergarment, wherein said sensor is operably coupled to a detection device that emits a notification signal when liquid is present in the fabric.

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