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Assemblies for managing incontinence

US8914923B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 4, 2012
Grant dateDec 23, 2014
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 4, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47C31/105
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Bedding assemblies useful in the management of incontinence are provided herein. Preferred bedding assemblies include a top wicking layer, an electrical circuit configured to detect the presence of moisture, an absorbent layer, and a waterproof layer. Assemblies are configured to signal to a receiving device which in turn can communicate an alarm signal or be operably coupled with a notification device. Assemblies can include mattress overlays, mattress covers, and mattresses.

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